Mechanical Design Engineer II responsible for developing, analyzing, and validating mechanical components and assemblies for high-performance networking hardware.
Compensation
United States of America: Annual Salary USD 84,200 - 170,300 in California
Responsibilities
Develop 3D mechanical designs, detailed engineering drawings, and specifications for high-performance networking hardware and mechanical assemblies.
Perform structural analysis, engineering calculations, tolerance analysis, and simulations to evaluate mechanical performance, structural integrity, and design margins.
Select and integrate mechanical components, connectors, and hardware based on product requirements and engineering specifications.
Plan and conduct hands-on testing to validate mechanical designs, evaluate product performance, and identify potential design weaknesses.
Analyze test results, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and recommend design improvements to enhance product reliability, durability, and service life.
We are seeking a highly motivated engineer to support the design, development, integration, and fielding of a next-generation autonomous aircraft system.
Compensation
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Responsibilities
Lead the design and development of structural components and assemblies for Shield AI’s next-gen UAV platform, with a focus on primary and secondary aircraft structures.
Own the structural design lifecycle including concept generation, CAD modeling, detail design, and drawing release, ensuring high quality and traceability.
Use FEA tools to perform and guide linear and nonlinear structural analysis, stress analysis, and margin assessment under operational loads and edge cases.
Work closely with aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, payload, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless system integration across airframe and subsystem interfaces.
Support and lead efforts in material selection, focusing on composites, aluminum alloys, and advanced manufacturing approaches suited to mission and environment.
Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline
Nice to have: M.S. degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
Nice to have: Strong NX CAD skills
Nice to have: Experience supporting or leading Group 3–5 UAV, DoD aircraft, or high-performance aerospace vehicle programs
The Senior Tool Design Engineer brings 7+ years of experience developing production tooling for complex aerospace systems, owning tooling throughout its lifecycle from concept to prove-out ensuring safe, repeatable, first-time-right assembly.
Compensation
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Responsibilities
Translate GD&T, key characteristics, and CTQs into tooling requirements (datums, locators, clamps, tolerances, ergonomics, ESD/FOD controls).
Design assembly jigs, drill/bond fixtures, composites molds & trim fixtures, go/no-go gauges, lifting/handling carts, and protective tooling using CATIA/NX/SolidWorks.
Conduct FEA and hand calculations to confirm stiffness, clamp loads, safety factors, and ergonomics.
Generate complete Tool Design Packages including 3D models, 2D drawings with GD&T, BOM, torque/fastener specs, materials/finishes, lifting points, and safety labeling.
Lead design reviews with ME, Quality, Safety, and Launch teams; perform human-factors evaluations.
Shield AI is seeking a Sr. Structural Analyst to support the analysis and testing of advanced UAVs, focusing on the structural integrity of lightweight, high-performance aircraft.
Compensation
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Responsibilities
Assist in building and refining finite element models (FEM) to evaluate the structural performance of UAV components.
Perform static, modal, fatigue, and vibration analyses to assess stress, deformation, and durability.
Conduct hand calculations to validate FEA results, ensuring accuracy and structural reliability.
Work with design engineers to optimize airframe structures, balancing weight, strength, and manufacturability.
Support the development of test plans for structural validation, including quasi-static, vibration, and shock testing.
Lead the design and development of high-performance structural components for next-generation autonomous aircraft, overseeing cross-functional collaboration and team leadership.
Compensation
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Responsibilities
Lead design and development of structural components from concept through production release
Ensure structural integrity, manufacturability, and system integration
Manage team as project or IPT style team lead
Design and release structural components in development or production environments
Operate in fast-paced, high-ownership engineering environments
Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline
Nice to have: M.S. degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
Nice to have: UAV, DoD, or aerospace full vehicle programs
Nice to have: aerospace standards (MIL-STD, ASME Y14.5, FAA)
Nice to have: fabricating and testing large scale aerospace structures
Lead the design, analysis, development, and testing of the Launch & Recovery Vehicle (LRV) for next-gen UAS, combining hands-on mechanical design with rigorous engineering analysis.
Compensation
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Responsibilities
Lead mechanical design and engineering analysis of the LRV, including primary structures, mechanisms, aircraft interfaces, transport restraints, and launch and recovery hardware.
Develop concepts, detailed CAD models, engineering drawings, and specifications for manufacturing and assembly.
Define load cases and boundary conditions for launch, recovery, transport, handling, and deployed operations in collaboration with aircraft and systems engineering teams.
Perform hand calculations and finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate stress, deflection, stability, joint integrity, and structural margins.
Conduct structural, thermal, dynamic, and fatigue analyses to assess LRV performance, durability, and reliability in field environments.
Design and develop structural components and assemblies for Shield AI’s next‑generation UAV platform, supporting both primary and secondary aircraft structures.
Compensation
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Responsibilities
Design and develop structural components and assemblies for Shield AI’s next‑generation UAV platform
Execute all stages of the design lifecycle including conceptual development, initial CAD modeling, detailed design, and drawing release
Perform hand calculations for stress or strain with limited basic FEA analysis
Collaborate closely with aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, payload, and manufacturing teams to support system integration across airframe interfaces
Support structural validation efforts including coupon testing, subcomponent testing, and system‑level verification
Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline
Nice to have: M.S. degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
Nice to have: Experience supporting UAV, DoD, or aerospace vehicle programs
Nice to have: Familiarity with aerospace standards (MIL-STD, ASME Y14.5, FAA)
Nice to have: Experience supporting hardware through test, failure analysis, and design iteration
Skills
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