Thermal & Power Electronics Engineer I — UAV Avionics

Shield AI; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits

Equity

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a passionate and innovative Thermal Engineer to develop state-of-the-art aircraft. You will manage thermal analysis for unmanned aerial vehicle avionics, contribute to design requirements, and communicate technical findings. The position requires a B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, strong knowledge of heat transfer and fluid mechanics, and experience with thermal analysis tools. Join a mission-driven team that values innovation and technical excellence and enjoy a competitive salary with bonus and benefits.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of heat transfer (conduction, convection, radiation) and fluid mechanics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of leading technical discussions.
• Proven ability to learn and adapt quickly to new tools and technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Own thermal analysis and design efforts for unmanned aerial vehicle avionics.
• Develop and validate models for heat transfer and fluid flow.
• Drive test planning, instrumentation, and data analysis.

Skills

Heat transfer knowledge

Fluid mechanics knowledge

Strong communication skills

First-principles reasoning

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

ANSYS Icepak

FloEFD

STAR-CCM+

NX

SolidWorks

Job description

Shield AI is seeking a passionate and innovative Thermal Engineer to develop state-of-the-art aircraft. You will manage thermal analysis for unmanned aerial vehicle avionics, contribute to design requirements, and communicate technical findings. The position requires a B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, strong knowledge of heat transfer and fluid mechanics, and experience with thermal analysis tools. Join a mission-driven team that values innovation and technical excellence and enjoy a competitive salary with bonus and benefits.