Shield AI
Senior Staff Engineer, Software - Autonomous Aircraft Integration (R4983)
Washington, DC · On-site · Senior
- Discipline
- Software
- Industry
- Defense
Spec sheet
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Hivemind Solutions Division
Senior Staff Engineer, Software - Autonomous Aircraft Integration applies software-to-hardware integration for unmanned aircraft, bridging R&D and field deployment. Hands-on flight-tested autonomy systems require systems-level troubleshooting and rapid problem-solving in lab and real-world test environments.
Day shift
Required
- autonomy software
- unmanned aircraft systems
- hardware-software integration
- systems engineering
- flight integration
- lab and field testing
- troubleshooting mission-critical issues
Preferred
- DoD or defense systems experience
- flight-worthy integration
- Hivemind or autonomy software experience
- C++/Python
- embedded systems
- robotics/mission planning
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.
This position is ideal for an individual who thrives on solving complex integration challenges that span hardware, software, and systems engineering. A successful candidate will be skilled at deploying autonomy solutions onto unmanned platforms, preparing systems for flight, and troubleshooting mission-critical issues in both lab and field environments. The role is highly dynamic, requiring hands-on experience, strong systems thinking, and the ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, real-world test conditions.
Shield AI is committed to developing cutting-edge autonomy for unmanned aircraft operating across all Department of Defense (DoD) domains, including air, sea, and land. Our Flight Integration Engineers are essential to bridging the gap between R&D and deployment, ensuring that autonomous systems function reliably and effectively when and where they are needed most.
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