Senior Mechanical Engineer, Aerospace Test & Fixtures

Shield AI; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

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Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the Hardware Test organization supporting the X-BAT platform. You will design, develop, and deploy mechanical test infrastructure used to validate aircraft subsystems, avionics, propulsion components, payloads, power systems, and mission hardware throughout the product lifecycle.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to accelerate hardware development, improve reliability, and increase confidence in system performance within a

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years designing mechanical systems, test equipment, aerospace hardware, or electromechanical systems.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo, or similar.
• Experience creating engineering drawings and releasing designs for fabrication and assembly.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design fundamentals, materials, manufacturing processes, GD&T, and tolerance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical test fixtures, test stands, environmental test hardware, and integration tooling to support verification and validation activities.
• Create detailed CAD models, engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
• Support qualification, reliability, environmental, vibration, thermal, and endurance testing of X-BAT hardware.
• Design systems that interface with aircraft structures, avionics, batteries, propulsion systems, payloads, and electromechanical assemblies.
• Perform engineering analyses, including structural, thermal, and fatigue assessments, to ensure safe and reliable operation of test equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test requirements and develop effective test solutions.
• Support root‑cause investigations and failure analysis efforts by developing troubleshooting fixtures and diagnostic hardware.
• Work with machine shops, vendors, and manufacturing partners to fabricate and assemble test equipment.
• Assist with laboratory setup, equipment integration, and maintenance of test infrastructure.
• Contribute to design reviews and advocate for design improvements that simplify testing and increase hardware reliability.
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on safety, test efficiency, repeatability, and scalability.]
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Skills

Hands-on problem solving

Independent worker

Analytical skills

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX

SolidWorks

CATIA

Creo

Job description

Shield AI is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the Hardware Test organization supporting the X-BAT platform. You will design, develop, and deploy mechanical test infrastructure used to validate aircraft subsystems, avionics, propulsion components, payloads, power systems, and mission hardware throughout the product lifecycle.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to accelerate hardware development, improve reliability, and increase confidence in system performance within a