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Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test (R5475)

Shield AISeattle, WashingtonX-BAT Engineering - Mechanical
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Salary
$160K - $240K USD
Job type
Full Time Employee
Posted
3 Aug 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

Shield AI is hiring a full-time Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test in Seattle, Washington to help design next-generation aircraft. This role suits an experienced engineer who enjoys a dynamic lab setting and contributing to hardware design that impacts the safety of service members and civilians.

Key Responsibilities

Support the development, testing, and validation of advanced mechanical systems within the engineering department.
Quantify product performance and experience through custom measurement tools and specialized analysis to inform hardware design.
Conduct hands-on testing operations utilizing hydraulic systems and various sensor technologies.
Utilize programming languages for test automation procedures and thorough data analysis.

Requirements

Strong hands-on experience working with hydraulic systems.
Demonstrated proficiency with various sensor technologies including force, pressure, strain, and displacement sensors.
Proficiency in Python for conducting test automation and data analysis.
Expert-level proficiency in computer-aided design tools, specifically NX.

Skills and Tools

Python
Hydraulic Systems
Sensor Technologies (Force, Pressure, Strain, Displacement)
NX CAD
Mechanical Test Automation and Data Analysis

Salary and Benefits

Annual Salary Range: $160,000 to $240,000 USD

About the Company

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-technology company focused on protecting service members and civilians through intelligent systems. The organization develops innovative products such as Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. Operating globally with facilities across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region, Shield AI supports active missions worldwide.

How to Apply

Candidates interested in this position should apply directly on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

Where is this job located?

This full-time position is located in Seattle, Washington.

What is the salary range for the Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test role?

The annual salary ranges from $160,000 to $240,000 USD.

What technical design tools are required?

Candidates must demonstrate expert-level proficiency in CAD tools such as NX.

What programming language is needed for this position?

Proficiency in Python is required for test automation and data analysis.

What specific hardware and sensor experience is necessary?

Applicants need strong hands-on experience with hydraulic systems and sensor technologies like force, pressure, strain, and displacement.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Shield AI careers page.

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