Shield AI · 3 hours ago
Flight Test Engineer, VBAT Hivemind (R4009)
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$115K/yr - $180K/yr
5+ years expShield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. The Staff Flight Test Engineer will lead the integration and verification efforts for unmanned aerial vehicles, focusing on flightworthiness and mission capability while conducting ground and flight testing in a dynamic environment.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security
Responsibilities
Lead the planning, execution, and analysis of ground and flight tests for V-Bat unmanned system
Conduct flight tests, rigorously assessing system capabilities and performance
Engage hands-on during flight test operations, ensuring precise execution and data collection
Drive hardware and software modifications based on thorough analysis and feedback obtained from testing outcomes
Lead flight readiness reviews, pre-flight briefs, debriefs, etc. in a test conductor capacity
Document test procedures, results, and lessons learned to contribute to the continuous improvement of flight test processes
Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to ensure the safety of flight test operations
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
B.S. degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline, such as Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering. Technology-related degree plan also acceptable, e.g., Electrical Engineering, Aeronautics or Information Technology. Degrees with Manufacturing Testing competency will be considered
5+ years of experience in test engineering practices and principals, including developing test plans, test procedures, and test reporting
Experience with cross-functional support with Systems Engineering and design engineering functions
You are organized and methodical
You are a strong communicator, both written and verbally
You have a demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others
Preferred
Proficiency in MATLAB
Experience building or prototyping small aircraft or RC components
Previous UAV operations and/or maintenance
Previous environmental test experience, familiarity with MIL-810
Benefits
Bonus
Benefits
Equity
Temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Company
Shield AI
Shield AI is a deep-tech company that focuses on developing AI-powered systems to enhance the safety of service members and civilians.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.31BKey Investors
Hercules CapitalUS Innovative Technology FundSnowpoint Ventures
2025-03-06Series F· $240M
2023-12-29Debt Financing· $200M
2023-10-31Series F· $300M
Leadership Team
Gary Steele
Chief Executive Officer
Brandon Tseng
Co-Founder
Recent News
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2026-01-11
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