Electrical Engineer, Test Equipment Design

Shield AI; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 81,456 - 122,184; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Benefits

Bonus

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and automate test systems for UAV components, working across power electronics, RF, and system integration. You will develop PCB interfaces, build fixtures, and automate tests with Python, contributing to reliable, mission-ready hardware in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on PCB work, environmental testing awareness, and collaboration across hardware disciplines, with opportunities for growth and impact in defense-tech

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience, or expected to graduate in 2026.
• Solid foundation in electrical, mechanical, and software engineering principles.
• Experience in multidisciplinary hardware projects via internships, clubs, or research.
• Ownership, innovation, and results in complex technical environments.
• Team-first mindset with adaptability and problem-solving focus.
• Strong collaboration and integrity in fast-paced settings.

Responsibilities

• Design and own test systems for UAV components from concept to validation.
• Collaborate across EE disciplines including power electronics, RF, and system integration.
• Develop PCBs to interface test stands and the device-under-test (DUT).
• Build custom test fixtures integrating relays, PLCs, PCBAs, and harnessing.
• Automate test sequences using Python for repeatability, efficiency, and scalability.
• Participate in cross-functional design reviews, advocating for testability improvements.
• Adapt and innovate in a fast-moving environment where work impacts mission success.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Python scripting

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Expected graduation 2026

Tools

Altium

KiCAD

Eagle

SolidWorks

NX

CATIA

Job 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-BATaircraft, 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.

At Shield AI, we are revolutionizing defense technology to protect service members and civilians with intelligent, autonomous systems. Our Hardware Test Engineering team plays a critical role in ensuring the V-BAT remains the most reliable, mission-ready UAV in the industry. We design cutting-edge test solutions—custom-built electrical and mechanical systems that push our hardware to its limits in real-world and extreme environments.

As an Electrical Engineer on our Hardware Test team, you’ll have the opportunity to design and automate test systems that validate everything from power electronics to RF communications. You'll work hands-on with PCB design, Python scripting, and advanced environmental testing (HASS, ESS, HALT) to ensure the highest standards of reliability. If you're passionate about building rock-solid hardware and thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment, this role is for you.

What you’ll do:

• Design and own test systems for critical UAV components and subsystems, from concept to validation.
• Work across multiple EE disciplines, including power electronics, RF, communications, and system integration.
• Develop PCBs to interface between test stands and the device-under-test (DUT).
• Build custom test fixtures integrating relays, PLCs, PCBAs, and harnessing for automated and high-fidelity testing.
• Automate test sequences using Python, ensuring repeatability, efficiency, and scalability.
• Collaborate in cross-functional design reviews, advocating for testability improvements that streamline hardware validation.
• Adapt and innovate in a fast-moving, high-stakes environment, where your work directly impacts mission success.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required qualifications:

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience OR you are an undergraduate, graduate or PhD student expected to graduate in 2026.
• Strong foundation in electrical, mechanical, and software engineering principles.
• Experience in multidisciplinary hardware projects—whether through internships, jobs, clubs, personal projects, or research.
• A track record of ownership, innovation, and delivering results in complex technical environments.
• A team-first mindset, holding yourself and others to high standards, while being adaptable and solution-oriented.
• A track record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.

Preferred qualifications:

• Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages for automation.
• Experience with PCB design tools (Altium, KiCAD, Eagle, etc.).
• Familiarity with CAD tools (SolidWorks, NX, CATIA) for mechanical fixture design.
• Ability to problem-solve under pressure and pivot quickly in a dynamic, fast-paced engineering environment.

$81,456 - $122,184 a year

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Full-time regular employee offer package:

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed toequal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.