Lead the verification and validation of autonomy, mission‑oriented, avionics software for Shield AI’s next‑gen aircraft systems, designing scalable, automated test infrastructure and enabling rapid, safe deployment of software to flight operations.
Compensation
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Responsibilities
Build a world class software and system test infrastructure for rapid software deployments
Own end‑to‑end system test strategy for software‑in‑the‑loop, hardware‑in‑the‑loop, and vehicle‑in‑the‑loop environments—scaling them for continuous integration and rapid release cycles
Design and implement mission‑critical system test cases validating autonomous behaviors, requirements compliance, and operational edge cases across nominal, safety‑critical, and degraded conditions
Coordinate and execute flight test and software release campaigns, working cross‑functionally with autonomy, embedded systems, flight ops, and safety engineering teams
Requirements
BS or MS in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field
Nice to have: testing unmanned aircraft systems
Nice to have: knowledge of DO‑178C, MIL‑STD‑882, STANAG
Nice to have: simulation tools such as Gazebo, Isaac, ROS/ROS2
Nice to have: continuous integration systems such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, Buildkite
Lead mission systems engineering for advanced unmanned aircraft, shaping technical direction and ensuring robust, integrated, certifiable system designs.
Compensation
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Responsibilities
Lead system architecture and requirements development and integration for payloads, avionics, and weapons integration
Serve as a technical subject matter expert for mission systems engineering across the aircraft program
Drive trade studies and system‑of‑systems analysis to balance performance, cost, and schedule
Oversee integration and test campaigns, from bench‑level hardware‑in‑the‑loop to flight test
Ensure compliance with MIL‑HDBK‑516C, DO‑178C, DO‑254, and related standards
Requirements
B.S. in Aerospace Engineering
B.S. in Electrical Engineering
B.S. in Systems Engineering
Nice to have: Master’s or PhD in Aerospace, Systems, or Electrical Engineering
Lead the technical execution of system architecture for Shield AI’s next‑gen UAS Launch & Recovery Vehicle, integrating avionics, hydraulics, electrical power distribution, navigation, and mechanical interfaces.
Locations (4)
San Diego, California, United States
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Dallas, Texas, United States
Seattle, Washington, United States
Compensation
San Diego, CA/Washington, D.C./Dallas, TX pay range: $170,000 - $260,000
Seattle, WA pay range: $210,000 - $310,000
Responsibilities
Design and refine LRV architecture
Define and document LRV modes, states, transitions, and fault responses
Lead integration of multi-mission systems and equipment onto Kodiak aircraft, coordinating with engineering, certification, program management, and DERs.
Compensation
The compensation range is $105,000 to $130,000 base salary plus an annual target bonus.
Responsibilities
Serve as the technical focal for aircraft integration programs, coordinating with engineering, certification, program management, and DERs
Develop and manage system requirements, interfaces, and integration constraints for mission equipment installations
Lead certification activities including compliance planning, test execution, analysis, system safety assessments, and approval documentation for STCs and aircraft modifications
Oversee conformity, ground and flight-testing activities, and support DER/FAA involvement as required
Develop system architectures, interface control documents (ICDs), wiring diagrams, and integration specifications
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related engineering discipline
Nice to have: experience working directly with DERs and/or FAA ACOs/MIDOs
Nice to have: experience supporting STC programs or major/minor alteration approvals
Nice to have: prior experience with ground and flight testing of avionics and electrical systems
Nice to have: familiarity with system safety concepts and processes including FHA, SSA, and FMEA
Provide on-site maintenance capabilities for avionics equipment, coordinate with customers and internal teams, and manage program milestones.
Compensation
The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD.
Responsibilities
Provide on-site maintenance capabilities, including component triage and testing; determine faulty conditions; and repair, replace, and upgrade as needed.
Interface with customers (both internal and external) and have a broad understanding of systems.
Execute program milestones according to the established schedule and ensure the critical path and key dependencies are effectively managed to achieve a successful outcome.
Review detailed execution plans and schedules with the project management and Service Engineering team lead to ensure adequacy, completeness, and alignment with the overall program-level plan.
Advise the customer on the physical installation of multiple types of avionics equipment on ground, airborne, and shipboard platforms.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
