About the role
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn , X , Instagram , and YouTube . Job Description: At Shield AI, we are revolutionizing defense technology to protect service members and civilians with intelligent, autonomous systems. Our Hardware Test Engineering team plays a critical role in ensuring the V-BAT remains the most reliable, mission-ready UAV in the industry. We design cutting-edge test solutions—custom-built electrical and mechanical systems that push our hardware to its limits in real-world and extreme environments. As an Electrical Engineer on our Hardware Test team, you’ll have the opportunity to design and automate test systems that validate everything from power electronics to RF communications. You'll work hands-on with PCB design, Python scripting, and advanced environmental testing (HASS, ESS, HALT) to ensure the highest standards of reliability. If you're passionate about building rock-solid hardware and thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment, this role is for you. \n
What you'll do: Design and own test systems for critical UAV components and subsystems, from concept to validation. Work across multiple EE disciplines, including power electronics, RF, communications, and system integration. Develop PCBs to interface between test stands and the device-under-test (DUT). Build custom test fixtures integrating relays, PLCs, PCBAs, and harnessing for automated and high-fidelity testing. Automate test sequences using Python, ensuring repeatability, efficiency, and scalability. Collaborate in cross-functional design reviews, advocating for testability improvements that streamline hardware validation. Adapt and innovate in a fast-moving, high-stakes environment, where your work directly impacts mission success. Other duties as assigned. Required