Director of Mechanical Systems - Autonomous Aircraft

Telemetry Today LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI in Seattle is seeking a Director of X-BAT Mechanical Systems to lead engineering managers and senior technical leaders responsible for mechanical systems and mechanical test on X-BAT, while overseeing Mechanical Engineering and Air Vehicle Systems across Group 5 aircraft programs.

The leader will define technical strategy, build organizational capability, and drive execution from architecture and design through integration and flight readiness.

Job description

Shield AI in Seattle is seeking a Director of X-BAT Mechanical Systems to lead engineering managers and senior technical leaders responsible for mechanical systems and mechanical test on X-BAT, while overseeing Mechanical Engineering and Air Vehicle Systems across Group 5 aircraft programs.

The leader will define technical strategy, build organizational capability, and drive execution from architecture and design through integration and flight readiness.