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Sr. Manager, Aerostructures Design, X-BAT (R5633)

Shield AISeattle, WashingtonX-BAT Engineering - Aerostructures
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Salary
$190K - $280K USD
Job type
Full Time Employee
Posted
11 Jun 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Shield AI is hiring a Sr. Manager, Aerostructures Design, X-BAT for a full-time position located in Seattle, Washington. This leadership role directs engineering operations for advanced autonomous aircraft systems to support national security missions.

Role Overview

The Sr. Manager, Aerostructures Design, X-BAT is a technical leadership position responsible for building and scaling high-performing engineering organizations at Defense. This professional guides cross-functional teams to solve difficult aerospace engineering challenges and accelerate the transition from initial concepts to flight-ready systems. The position operates within the X-BAT Engineering and Aerostructures department in Seattle, contributing directly to next-generation autonomous airpower technology.

Key Responsibilities

Build, scale, and lead high-performing engineering teams focused on aerostructures design.
Direct cross-functional teaming and collaborative execution to develop runway-independent, AI-piloted aircraft.
Solve complex design problems for autonomous systems deployed in contested, GPS-denied environments.
Drive rapid progress from early engineering concepts to operational flight-ready hardware.

Skills and Tools

Aerospace engineering
Aerostructures design
Engineering team leadership and scaling
Cross-functional technical collaboration

Salary and Benefits

Annual Salary Range: $190,000 to $280,000 USD
Employment Type: Full Time Employee

About the Company

Defense, through Shield AI, is a venture-backed defense-tech enterprise dedicated to protecting service members and civilians utilizing intelligent systems. The organization develops the Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, alongside Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality tools. With numerous facilities situated across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region, the company provides technology that actively supports operations globally.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official company careers page to submit an application for this position.

Questions candidates ask

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Sr. Manager, Aerostructures Design, X-BAT (R5633).

Where is this job located?

The role is located in Seattle, Washington.

What is the salary range for this role?

The annual salary ranges from $190,000 to $280,000 USD.

Is this a remote position?

No, this is not a remote position.

How can I apply for this job?

Candidates should apply directly on the official company careers page.

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The application is on the official Shield AI careers page.

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