Staff Engineer, Survivability (R5885)

Shield AI
Seattle
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 170,000 - 260,000 annuallyFunction: Data Analytics & Business IntelligenceExperience: 7+ yearsEducation: mastersSkills: ["Collaboration","Communication"]

Design and optimize low observable (LO) features for next-generation autonomous aircraft, translating survivability needs into radar/thermal/visual/acoustic observability constraints. You’ll run electromagnetic signature modeling and simulations (HFSS, CST Studio Suite, Xpatch, SENTRi), help plan and execute signature testing (RCS ranges, validation campaigns), and partner with teams across propulsion, avionics, structures, AI, and materials to mature RAM/LO coatings for field durability.

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Shield AI
Shield AI
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Staff Engineer, Survivability (R5885)

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Job Summary

Design and optimize low observable (LO) features for next-generation autonomous aircraft, translating survivability needs into radar/thermal/visual/acoustic observability constraints. You’ll run electromagnetic signature modeling and simulations (HFSS, CST Studio Suite, Xpatch, SENTRi), help plan and execute signature testing (RCS ranges, validation campaigns), and partner with teams across propulsion, avionics, structures, AI, and materials to mature RAM/LO coatings for field durability.
Location: Seattle
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Data Analytics & Business Intelligence
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Design and optimize low observable (LO) features across the airframe, focusing on shaping, edge treatments, radar-absorbing materials, and subsystem integration.
  • •Conduct electromagnetic signature modeling and simulation using industry-standard tools such as HFSS, CST Studio Suite, Xpatch, and SENTRi.
  • •Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (propulsion, avionics, structures, and AI) to bake survivability into system architecture.
  • •Lead or support signature testing efforts, including indoor and outdoor RCS range tests, validation campaigns, and supplier-level hardware evaluations.
  • •Translate mission threats and requirements into survivability features addressing RCS, thermal, visual, and acoustic observability constraints.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 170,000 - 260,000 annually
Equity and Bonus:Equity

Key Requirements

  • •B.S. or M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline.
  • •7+ years of hands-on experience in low observable (LO) or survivability engineering, preferably on tactical aircraft, UAVs, or stealth systems.
  • •Proficiency with EM simulation tools such as HFSS, CST, Xpatch, or SENTRi.
  • •Strong understanding of RCS shaping principles, edge treatments, cavity suppression, and materials integration.
  • •U.S. Citizenship and active Secret clearance required (TS/SCI preferred).
Experience:7+ years
Education:Master's
Skills:CollaborationCommunication
Tech Stack:HFSSCST Studio SuiteXpatchSENTRi

Eligibility

Nationality:US National
Security Clearance:SecretTS/SCI

Company Brief

Shield AI
Develops AI-powered autonomy and software for military aircraft and drones to enable autonomous ISR and combat missions, integrating perception, navigation, and mission planning for defense customers.
Industry: Defense Technology
Company Size: Large (251 to 1,000 employees)
Growth: Scaleup
Funding: Series E+
Headquarters: San Diego, United States
Founded: 2015
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