Electrical Test Engineer — UAV Systems & Automation

Shield AI; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 97,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI seeks an Electrical Engineer for the Hardware Test team to design and automate high‑reliability test systems for UAV power electronics, RF and interconnects. You’ll work hands‑on with PCB design and Python scripting, developing fixtures and automated sequences to push hardware to its limits in demanding environments.

The role emphasizes ownership, cross-functional teamwork, and a fast-paced atmosphere where reliability directly supports mission success.

Qualifications

• - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience.
• - Strong foundation in electrical, mechanical, and software engineering principles.
• - Experience with multidisciplinary hardware projects (internships, clubs, research, or jobs).
• - Demonstrated ownership, innovation, and ability to deliver results in complex environments.
• - Team-first mindset with adaptability and problem-solving.
• - Ability to obtain a S//SAR level security clearance is desired.

Responsibilities

• Design and own test systems for critical UAV electrical system test from concept to validation.
• Collaborate across power electronics, RF, communications, and system integration.
• Develop PCBs to interface test stands with the device-under-test (DUT).
• Build fixtures integrating PCBAs, test equipment, and harnesses for automated testing.
• Automate test sequences using Python for repeatability and scalability.
• Participate in design reviews to improve testability and hardware validation.
• Adapt and innovate in a fast-moving environment impacting mission success.

Skills

Electrical engineering fundamentals

Multidisciplinary hardware projects

Ownership and accountability

Team collaboration

Security clearance eligible

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Python scripting

Altium

KiCAD

Eagle

CAD tools (SolidWorks/NX/CATIA)

Job description

Shield AI seeks an Electrical Engineer for the Hardware Test team to design and automate high‑reliability test systems for UAV power electronics, RF and interconnects. You’ll work hands‑on with PCB design and Python scripting, developing fixtures and automated sequences to push hardware to its limits in demanding environments.

The role emphasizes ownership, cross-functional teamwork, and a fast-paced atmosphere where reliability directly supports mission success.