Electrical Engineer (Power Electronics)

Shield AI; Washington; On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Medical Coverage

Paid Parental Leave

Stock Benefits

401K Services and Match

Flexible Work Hours

Onsite Gym (DC)

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking an entry-level Power Electronics Engineer to help bring X-BAT’s next-generation power systems to first flight. You will own a meaningful project tied to our power architecture critical path, receiving direct mentorship from senior power and electrical engineers.

You will contribute to the full hardware lifecycle, from concept to flight test, designing and analyzing low- and high-voltage systems, and working with cross-functional teams to ensure robust integration and

Qualifications

• Strong fundamentals in circuits, electronics and power systems.
• Hands-on experience with power electronics such as converters, motor drivers, batteries or high-power systems.
• Ability to obtain a S//SAR security clearance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own a power electronics design impacting system performance and flight milestones.
• Contribute to full hardware lifecycle: concept, modeling, schematic capture, simulation, prototyping, bring-up, verification, and flight test support.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Embedded, Software, Production, and Aircraft teams for robust system integration.
• Drive disciplined engineering practices including documentation, risk reduction and closure of analysis-to-test feedback.

Skills

Power electronics fundamentals

Circuit design

Lab equipment usage

Electrical design tools

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

KiCad

Job description

• We are looking for an entry-level Power Electronics Engineer who is excited to help bring X-BAT’s next-generation power systems to first flight
• In this role, you will own a meaningful project directly tied to our power architecture critical path, while receiving direct mentorship from senior power and electrical engineers
• Own a power electronics design that directly impacts X-BAT system performance and major flight test milestones, supported by a senior engineer who provides technical guidance and review
• Contribute to the full hardware lifecycle including concept development, modeling, worst-case analysis, schematic capture, simulation, prototyping, bring-up, verification, integration, and flight test support
• Design and analyze low-voltage and high-voltage power systems including DC-DC converters, inverters, motor controllers, battery systems, power distribution, and protection circuits
• Design systems across power ranges from <1 kW low-power loads to >10 kW high-power applications while balancing efficiency, thermal constraints, EMI/EMC performance, and reliability
• Partner with ECAD engineers on PCB layout for power density, thermal performance, EMI mitigation, and manufacturability
• Execute hands-on board bring-up, debug, root-cause analysis, and validation using oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, and other test equipment
• Support environmental, stress, and qualification testing (HALT, vibration, temperature cycling) for aerospace-grade reliability
• Collaborate closely with Mechanical, Embedded, Software, Production, and Aircraft teams to ensure robust system integration and clear interface ownership
• Drive disciplined engineering practices including documentation, risk reduction, and closing the loop between analysis and test results

Benefits

• Excellent Medical Coverage
• Mental Health Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Hours
• Onsite Gym (DC)
• Gym Discount (San Diego)
• Free Parking
• Competitive Compensation
• Stock Benefits
• 401K Services and Match

We value first-principles thinking, hands-on engineering, and extreme ownershipStrong technical fundamentals in circuits, electronics, and power systemsHands-on experience (coursework, labs, clubs, or internships) with power electronics such as converters, motor drivers, batteries, or high-power systemsB.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalentParticipation in an engineering team/club or hands‑on project experienceExperience using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, e-loads, and multimetersFamiliarity with electrical design tools (Altium, KiCad, etc.)Ability to obtain a S//SAR level security clearance desired