Loads and Dynamics Analyst (R5841 - TX/DC)

Shield; Dallas (TX); Vor Ort; USD 120.000 - 170.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Bonus

Benefits

Equity

Zusammenfassung

Shield AI in the United States is seeking a Staff Loads Engineer to lead the generation and analysis of structural and aerodynamic load cases for the next-gen air vehicle.

You will work cross-functionally with structural design, aero, GNC, and test teams to ensure load paths are accurate and validated through test or simulation.

The role is full-time with compensation within range, plus bonus, benefits, and equity.

Qualifikationen

• Knowledge of aeroelastic theory and loads derivation required.
• Experience with flight vehicle dynamics and structural sizing.
• Ability to collaborate across structural design, aero, GNC, and test teams.

Aufgaben

• Lead the generation and analysis of structural and aerodynamic load cases for next-gen air vehicles.
• Ensure load paths are accurate, traceable, and validated via test or simulation.
• Support aeroelastic sizing, airworthiness, and flight performance workflows.

Kenntnisse

Aeroelastic theory

Loads derivation

Flight dynamics

Cross-functional collaboration

Test & simulation

Jobbeschreibung

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-BAT aircraft, 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.

Job Description:

As a Staff Loads Engineer, you will lead the generation and analysis of structural and aerodynamic load cases that define the mechanical environment for the next-gen air vehicle. You'll play a key role in shaping how loads flow through the aircraft structure-supporting structural sizing, airworthiness, aeroelastic stability, and flight performance.

This is a highly cross-functional role requiring deep technical knowledge of aeroelastic theory, loads derivation, and flight vehicle behavior. You'll collaborate closely with structural design, aero, GNC, and test engineering teams to ensure load paths are accurate, traceable, and validated through test or simulation.

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 to equal 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.