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Shield AI

Staff Engineer, Software Test (R4784)

Seattle, WA · On-site · Staff

Discipline
Software
Industry
Defense
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X-BAT Division

Staff Test Engineer focused on test strategies for XBat flight-critical software, emphasizing V&V across hardware, software, and system components to ensure mission readiness; requires 7+ years in engineering with DO-178C/DO-254/MIL HDBK 516c familiarity and HIL/test automation experience.

7+ years · degree in engineering or a related field

Required

  • test plans and procedures
  • verification and validation (V&V)
  • hardware-in-the-loop (HIL)
  • flight test support
  • automated testing
  • aerospace or defense systems
  • DO-178C
  • DO-254

Preferred

  • experience with aerospace/defense standards
  • leadership skills
  • strong analytical/communication skills

Benefits

  • unspecified

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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:
We are seeking an experienced Staff Test Engineer to support the development, integration, and validation of XBat flight critical software systems. This role is responsible for designing and executing test strategies across hardware, software, and system-level components to ensure performance, reliability, and mission readiness.

Key responsibilities include developing test plans and procedures, executing verification and validation (V&V) efforts, analyzing test data, and collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams. The ideal candidate has strong experience with aerospace or defense systems, familiarity with regulatory standards (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254, MIL HDBK 516c), and a proven ability to troubleshoot complex system issues.

Qualifications include a degree in engineering or a related field, 7+ years of relevant experience, and strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills. Experience with automated testing, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and flight test support is highly desirable.

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