Electrical Engineering Co-Op: Build Autonomous Flight Hardware

Shield AI; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Mentorship by Shield AI engineers

Paid company holidays

Networking events

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a co-op candidate to join our team in building autonomous aircraft. You will own a project aligned with your start date, duration, and location, mentored by a senior engineer, and contribute directly to our aircraft development program.

The role emphasizes hands-on hardware work, collaboration with cross-functional engineers, and a culture of ownership and kindness in a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Completed at least the 2nd year of a relevant degree (Electrical Engineering).
• Strong technical fundamentals across hardware topics.
• Experience being part of an engineering team or club.
• Demonstrated ownership of project outcomes and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Own a project tailored to start date, duration, and location of the Co‑op.
• Contribute to our novel aircraft development program and its critical path.
• Be mentored by a senior engineer for technical input and professional growth.

Skills

Strong technical fundamentals

Team collaboration

Ownership of outcomes

Engineering club/team experience

Education

2nd year of Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

KiCad

Oscilloscope

Job description

Shield AI is seeking a co-op candidate to join our team in building autonomous aircraft. You will own a project aligned with your start date, duration, and location, mentored by a senior engineer, and contribute directly to our aircraft development program.

The role emphasizes hands-on hardware work, collaboration with cross-functional engineers, and a culture of ownership and kindness in a mission-driven environment.