Propulsion Performance Engineer — Calibration & Flight Tests

Shield; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI in Dallas is seeking a Propulsion Performance Engineer to own engine calibration and performance for the V-BAT platform's reciprocating engines. You will drive test plans, ECU tuning, and performance analysis from bench to flight, ensuring torque, power, speed, and fuel efficiency meet demanding envelopes.

The role requires hands-on work with engine hardware, fuel injection and engine control systems, plus engine test stands.

Qualifications

• Deep hands-on experience with reciprocating engines (four-stroke or two-stroke).
• Experience driving engine calibration decisions with minimal oversight.
• Knowledge of engine test stands and fuel injection controls.

Responsibilities

• Own engine calibration strategy for V-BAT platform.
• Drive test plans, ECU tuning, and performance analysis from bench to flight.
• Analyze torque, power, speed and fuel efficiency across full operating envelope.

Skills

Engine calibration

ECU tuning

Test planning

Flight testing

Hands-on hardware

Job description

Shield AI in Dallas is seeking a Propulsion Performance Engineer to own engine calibration and performance for the V-BAT platform's reciprocating engines. You will drive test plans, ECU tuning, and performance analysis from bench to flight, ensuring torque, power, speed, and fuel efficiency meet demanding envelopes.

The role requires hands-on work with engine hardware, fuel injection and engine control systems, plus engine test stands.