Metallic Structures jobs

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, with guidance from senior engineers as needed.
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: UAV programs
Nice to have: DoD programs
Nice to have: aerospace vehicle programs

Skills

aircraft structural design

Staff Aerostructures Design Engineer

f7d8749a-72d6-407c-bf98-292ea630c73a · Posted Oct 12, 2026

Open

Seattle, Washington, United States
Full-time · Senior
8+ years

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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

Staff Aerostructures Design Engineer

f7d8749a-72d6-407c-bf98-292ea630c73a · Posted Oct 12, 2026

Open

Seattle, Washington, United States
Full-time · Senior
8+ years

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Design and develop high-performance structural components for Shield AI’s next-generation autonomous aircraft.

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 degree in Mechanical Engineering
Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering
Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering
Nice to have: M.S. degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Skills

CAD tools NX CATIA

Aerostructures Design Engineer II (R5156)

f7d8749a-72d6-407c-bf98-292ea630c73a · Posted Oct 12, 2026

Open

Seattle, Washington, United States
On-site
Full-time · Associate
2+ years

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Design and develop high-performance structural components for next-generation autonomous aircraft (UAVs) from concept through production release.

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
Support structural validation efforts including coupon testing, subcomponent testing, and system-level verification

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering
Nice to have: M.S. degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
Nice to have: UAV experience
Nice to have: DoD or aerospace vehicle programs

Skills

aircraft structural design CAD modeling

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