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Shield AI

Senior Engineer, Structural Analysis (R6027)

Seattle, Washington · On-site · Senior

Discipline
Civil
Industry
Defense
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X-BAT Division

Senior Engineer, Structural Analysis at Shield AI analyzes and tests advanced UAV airframes, applying FEA to composite and metallic structures; collaborates across Mechanical Systems, Propulsion, and Mechanisms to ensure weight, performance, and safety in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

5+ years

Required

  • finite element analysis (FEA)
  • composites
  • metallic materials
  • structural analysis
  • airframe structures
  • testing
  • design optimization

Preferred

  • mechanical testing
  • aerospace structures
  • weight optimization
  • safety requirements
  • durability

Benefits

  • medical
  • 401k
  • PTO

Employer description

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and 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:
Shield AI is seeking a Sr. Structural Analyst to support the analysis and testing of advanced UAVs. In this role, you will work closely with Mechanical Systems, Propulsion, Mechanisms, and other engineering disciplines to ensure the structural integrity of our lightweight, high-performance aircraft. You will contribute to the design, analysis, testing, and optimization of airframe structures and components, ensuring they meet performance, weight, and safety requirements.
This role is ideal for engineers with 5+ years of experience looking to gain expertise in finite element analysis (FEA), composite and metallic materials, and mechanical testing in a fast-paced, high-tech aerospace environment.

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