Senior Electrical Engineer, Test Equipment Design

Shield AI
Seattle
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 115,527 - 173,291 annuallyFunction: Hardware, Embedded & Systems EngineeringExperience: 3+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Technical mentoring","Team-first mindset","Problem-solving","Ownership","Cross-functional collaboration"]

Own the design, validation, and deployment of advanced test systems for X-BAT components and subsystems. Architect PCBs and test interfaces across power electronics, RF, and communications, and build automated test sequences in Python for reliable, repeatable outcomes. Design custom test fixtures (relays, PLCs, PCBAs, harnessing) and lead cross-functional design reviews focused on design-for-testability, while hands-on testing with HASS/ESS/HALT in simulated harsh environments.

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Senior Electrical Engineer, Test Equipment Design

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Job Summary

Own the design, validation, and deployment of advanced test systems for X-BAT components and subsystems. Architect PCBs and test interfaces across power electronics, RF, and communications, and build automated test sequences in Python for reliable, repeatable outcomes. Design custom test fixtures (relays, PLCs, PCBAs, harnessing) and lead cross-functional design reviews focused on design-for-testability, while hands-on testing with HASS/ESS/HALT in simulated harsh environments.
Location: Seattle
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Hardware, Embedded & Systems Engineering
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Lead the design, validation, and deployment of advanced test systems for X-BAT critical components and subsystems.
  • •Architect PCBs and test interfaces for power electronics, RF, and communication systems.
  • •Develop automated test sequences in Python to ensure scalability, efficiency, and repeatability.
  • •Design and integrate custom test fixtures, including relays, PLCs, PCBAs, and harnessing.
  • •Drive cross-functional design reviews for design-for-testability improvements and mentor junior engineers while performing HASS/ESS/HALT testing.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 115,527 - 173,291 annually
Equity and Bonus:Equity

Key Requirements

  • •B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field.
  • •3+ years of industry experience in hardware design and test engineering (or equivalent experience with advanced degrees).
  • •Deep expertise in electrical design, mechanical, and software engineering principles as applied to hardware test systems.
  • •Ability to design, implement, and validate multidisciplinary hardware systems in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
  • •Track record of ownership driving projects from concept to execution.
Experience:3+ yearsHardware designHardware test engineeringAerospaceDefenseHigh-reliability
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:Technical mentoringTeam-first mindsetProblem-solvingOwnershipCross-functional collaboration
Tech Stack:PythonAltiumKiCADEagleSolidWorksNXCATIAPCBsPLCsHASSESSHALT

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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