Electrical Engineer: Test Systems & Automation for UAVs

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 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