Staff Electromechanical Avionics Engineer

Shield AI; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits

Equity

Job summary

Shield AI in Seattle seeks a Staff Electromechanical Engineer to design and integrate avionics packaging and drive concepts into production.

You will lead cross-functional collaboration with electrical and systems teams, perform structural and thermal analyses, and ensure EMI/EMC and DO-160/DO-254 compliance. This role emphasizes fast-paced development, flight-test readiness, and manufacturing support, with opportunities for impact across defense-grade platforms.

Qualifications

• B.S. and/or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in mechanical and electrical equipment design for aerospace, including harness integration and mechanical component design.
• Expertise in CAD software such as NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar tools for 3D modeling, drawing creation, and system layout.
• Experience collaborating with electrical engineers to define PCB constraints, develop circuit cards, and manage mechanical interfaces.
• Familiarity with the PCB layout process and advanced manufacturing methods.
• Familiarity with eCAD software such as Altium, Cadence, or Allegro and harness design software such as Capital or Zuken.
• Experience with finite element analysis, thermal analysis, and fatigue or lifecycle testing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile development environment with evolving priorities.
• Ability to obtain an S//SAR-level security clearance is desired.

Responsibilities

• Design complex electromechanical solutions for avionics packaging, electrical interconnects, thermal management, and aircraft integration
• Perform structural, preliminary thermal, and modal analyses for avionics to ensure survivability in harsh environments
• Ensure avionics meet performance, safety, environmental, and EMI/EMC compliance standards, including DO-160, DO-254, DO-178C, MIL-STD-810, and MIL-STD-461
• Own your design work from concept and design reviews through system validation, failure analysis, and flight-test readiness

Skills

Aerospace design

Mech-electrical interface

Security clearance eligible

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NX

SolidWorks

CATIA

Altium

Cadence

Allegro

Capital

Zuken

Job description

Shield AI in Seattle seeks a Staff Electromechanical Engineer to design and integrate avionics packaging and drive concepts into production.

You will lead cross-functional collaboration with electrical and systems teams, perform structural and thermal analyses, and ensure EMI/EMC and DO-160/DO-254 compliance. This role emphasizes fast-paced development, flight-test readiness, and manufacturing support, with opportunities for impact across defense-grade platforms.