Senior Staff Engineer, Structures - Launch Recovery Vehicle

Shield AI
Seattle
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 160,000 - 240,000 annuallyFunction: Solutions Engineering & Sales EngineeringExperience: 10+ yearsSkills: ["CAD","Finite Element Analysis","FEA","Structural analysis","Mechanical design","Aerospace"]

Lead mechanical design and analysis for a novel launch and recovery system for a next‑gen UAS. Own CAD modeling, structural and thermal analysis, and integration with aircraft systems, while coordinating with manufacturing, suppliers, and flight operations to deliver field-deployable, rugged launcher solutions that meet aerospace standards.

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Shield AI
Shield AI
5 months ago

Senior Staff Engineer, Structures - Launch Recovery Vehicle

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Job Summary

Lead mechanical design and analysis for a novel launch and recovery system for a next‑gen UAS. Own CAD modeling, structural and thermal analysis, and integration with aircraft systems, while coordinating with manufacturing, suppliers, and flight operations to deliver field-deployable, rugged launcher solutions that meet aerospace standards.
Location: Seattle
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Solutions Engineering & Sales Engineering
Seniority: Sr. Manager level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Design and develop mechanical systems for a Launch and Recovery System, including power units, transport structures, launch & recovery functions, and maintenance tools.
  • •Create detailed CAD models, drawings, and specifications for manufacturing and assembly.
  • •Conduct structural, thermal, and fatigue analysis to ensure durability and reliability of launcher systems in field environments.
  • •Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate launcher with aircraft systems and mission operations.
  • •Perform trade studies and system optimization to enhance portability, ruggedness, and maintainability of support systems.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 160,000 - 240,000 annually
Equity and Bonus:Equity

Key Requirements

  • •10+ years of experience in mechanical design for aerospace, ground support equipment, or heavy industrial systems
  • •Expertise in CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, or similar) for 3D modeling, drawing creation, and system layout
  • •Strong background in structural analysis, material selection, and manufacturing processes for ruggedized systems
  • •Experience designing deployable, transportable, and field-ready aerospace support equipment
  • •Knowledge of MIL-STD design requirements for aerospace systems
Experience:10+ yearsAerospaceGround support equipmentMilitary aircraft
Skills:CADFinite Element AnalysisFEAStructural analysisMechanical designAerospace
Certifications:Secret clearanceTop Secret clearance
Tech Stack:SolidWorksCATIANXFEAMil-std

Eligibility

Security Clearance:SecretTop Secret

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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