Senior Mechanisms Engineer for Autonomous UAVs | Equity

Shieldai; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the mechanical design and development of autonomous UAV products. You will design complex electro-mechanical mechanisms, perform analyses, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype and release products.

You will own the full design process, from concept to drawing release, with emphasis on performance, schedule, and reliability in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering.
• 5+ years in mechanical or mechanism design.
• Strong CAD skills (NX preferred).
• Kinematic analysis and optimization.
• Structural analysis utilizing hand calculations and finite element methods.
• F E A analysis: Modal, non-linear and linear, buckling, fatigue.
• GD&T and tolerance stack-ups for mechanical systems.
• Materials selection inclusive of alloys, heat treatments, allowables, and finishes.

Responsibilities

• Design complex electro-mechanical mechanisms for autonomous aircraft.
• Own the full design process: concept, CAD, tolerance analysis, material selection, and drawing release.
• Perform structural and kinematic calculations and preliminary FEA.
• Prototype, test, and iterate mechanism designs for functionality and reliability.
• Collaborate with electrical, avionics, flight controls, and propulsion teams.
• Support pre-production builds, prototype integration, and ground/flight testing.

Skills

5+ years experience

CAD design

KD&T & tolerance

FMEA/DOE

F EA analysis

Education

B.S. Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NX CAD

Job description

Shield AI is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the mechanical design and development of autonomous UAV products. You will design complex electro-mechanical mechanisms, perform analyses, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype and release products.

You will own the full design process, from concept to drawing release, with emphasis on performance, schedule, and reliability in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.