Shield AI · 10 hours ago
Staff Engineer, Power System Battery Pack Designer (R4479)
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $220K/yr
5+ years expShield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. The Staff Engineer will be responsible for all aspects of battery systems for X-BAT, including architecture, design, qualification, integration, and deployment to production, while also building a team of engineers and ensuring system performance and reliability.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security
Responsibilities
Define and execute the vision of the battery system for X-BAT, the Launch and Recovery Vehicle, and all ground equipment
Deploy high voltage batteries (270V and higher) to support a power system on the order of 100kW
Design, develop, and integrate state-of-the-art high-power systems tailored for optimal performance and reliability in harsh environments (high altitude, radiation, etc.)
Execute make/buy trades that align with a long term development roadmap
Help hire and build the Power System team
Build a world class power electronics lab that serves all battery needs
Ensure system performance and reliability is met through rigorous verification
Debug complex problems related to the electrical design, environmental, manufacturing, etc
Provide mentorship, design review, and program execution leadership
Work in a fast-paced environment
Qualification
Required
You have a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Battery design experience on large aircraft, or an equivalent power system (rocket, satellite, submarine, etc.)
5+ years relevant experience
Have delivered battery power systems to market
Proficient with electrical engineering development tools, simulation, and test equipment
Strong technical fundamentals and analysis
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
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.31BKey Investors
Hanwha Aerospace,L3Harris TechnologiesHercules CapitalRiot Ventures,US Innovative Technology Fund
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
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