Shield AI
Engineer II, Structural Analysis (R5166)
Seattle, WA · On-site · Mid
- Discipline
- Aerospace
- Industry
- Defense
Spec sheet
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X-BAT Division
Engineer II, Structural Analysis for UAV airframes. Supports structural analysis, testing, and optimization of airframe structures with focus on FEA, composites, and loads in a fast-paced aerospace environment.
Day shift · 2+ years
Required
- finite element analysis (FEA)
- composite materials
- mechanical testing
- aircraft loads analysis
- structural analysis
- airframe structures
- weight
- safety requirements
Preferred
- experience with lightweight aircraft structures
- experience with aerospace materials
- experience with aviation standards
- team collaboration skills
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 an Engineer II, Structural Analysis to support the structural analysis and testing of advanced UAVs. In this role, you will work closely with Mechanical, Systems, Propulsion, and Aerospace Engineers 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 2+ years of experience looking to gain expertise in finite element analysis (FEA), composite materials, mechanical testing, and aircraft loads analysis in a fast-paced, high-tech aerospace environment.
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