Senior Mechanical Engineer — Sustaining & Root-Cause Expert

Shield

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Shield AI in Dallas, TX, is seeking a Senior or Staff Mechanical Engineer to lead the resolution of mechanical issues affecting V-BAT production, testing, and fielded aircraft. The role emphasizes sustaining engineering and hands-on problem solving.

You will troubleshoot hardware, drive cross-functional investigations, update designs and drawings, and document solutions through release and implementation, collaborating with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to deliver permanent corrective

Qualifications

  • Senior/Staff mechanical engineer to resolve mechanical issues in V-BAT production, testing, and fielded aircraft.
  • Prioritize root-cause investigations and permanent corrective actions.
  • Focus on sustaining engineering rather than new-product design.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional investigations and document solutions.
  • Update designs and drawings and ensure proper release.
  • Provide support for hardware problems and fielded aircraft.

Skills

Mechanical Eng
Root Cause Analysis
Cross-Functional Lead
Sustaining Engineering

Job description

Shield AI in Dallas, TX, is seeking a Senior or Staff Mechanical Engineer to lead the resolution of mechanical issues affecting V-BAT production, testing, and fielded aircraft. The role emphasizes sustaining engineering and hands-on problem solving.

You will troubleshoot hardware, drive cross-functional investigations, update designs and drawings, and document solutions through release and implementation, collaborating with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to deliver permanent corrective

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