Skills
About the Role
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In this Mechanical Engineer II role, you’ll help advance aerospace hardware that supports autonomy software and mission-critical aircraft platforms.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and improve mechanical systems for aerospace applications
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to translate requirements into buildable solutions
- Support prototyping, testing, and iterative design improvements
- Contribute to documentation and engineering artifacts that enable reliable production and deployment
Requirements
- Experience working on mechanical engineering projects in a technical environment
- Comfort collaborating across disciplines (e.g., systems, electrical, software, and manufacturing)
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, mission-driven setting
Benefits
- Work on real-world defense technology with global impact
- Opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
- Growth potential within a fast-moving engineering organization