Autonomy Systems Test Engineer I

Shield; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI in San Diego is seeking an early‑career System Test Engineer I to support integration, verification, and validation of Hivemind Mission Autonomy across unmanned aircraft systems. You will work with test, systems, software, and hardware teams to plan, execute, document, and improve system‑level test activities in simulation, lab, and flight environments.

This hands‑on role covers test planning, execution, data collection, issue investigations, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Foundational experience with engineering test, integration, troubleshooting, or verification activities through coursework, internships, research, or professional experience.
• Familiarity with Linux, Windows, command-line tools, and scripting or programming languages such as Python, Bash, C++, or similar tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support test planning and execution for integration of Hivemind Mission Autonomy onto unmanned platforms.
• Assist senior engineers with defining test objectives, acceptance criteria, verification methods, and test schedules.
• Develop, execute, and maintain system-level test procedures, test cases, and configurations.
• Support setup and troubleshooting of SIL, HIL, simulation, and test environments.
• Assist with installation and verification of test hardware, software, networks, and sensors.
• Collect and organize test data, logs, and telemetry to evaluate system behavior.
• Analyze test results, document defects, and support root-cause investigations.

Skills

Python

C++

Linux

Windows

Scripting

Test & Verification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Job description

Shield AI in San Diego is seeking an early‑career System Test Engineer I to support integration, verification, and validation of Hivemind Mission Autonomy across unmanned aircraft systems. You will work with test, systems, software, and hardware teams to plan, execute, document, and improve system‑level test activities in simulation, lab, and flight environments.

This hands‑on role covers test planning, execution, data collection, issue investigations, and documentation.