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Aerostructures Design Engineer II (R5156)

Shield AI· X-BAT Division – X-BAT Engineering - Aerostructures
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Seattle, WA$108k - $160kFull Time EmployeePosted 4mo ago

About the role

Aerostructures Design Engineer II to support development of structural components for Shield AI’s next-generation autonomous aircraft. Design, analyze, and release high-performance structural components, collaborate across aero systems, and drive design reviews and production readiness.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop structural components and assemblies for Shield AI’s next-generation UAV platform, supporting both primary and secondary aircraft structures.
  • Execute all stages of the design lifecycle including conceptual development, initial CAD modeling, detailed design, and drawing release.
  • Perform hand calculations for stress or strain with limited basic FEA analysis, with guidance from senior engineers as needed.
  • Collaborate closely with aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, payload, and manufacturing teams to support system integration across airframe interfaces.
  • Support structural validation efforts including coupon testing, subcomponent testing, and system-level verification.
  • Generate high-quality design documentation, drawings, interface definitions, and analysis reports in compliance with aerospace standards.
  • Partner with manufacturing and flight test teams to resolve build issues and support hardware through test and deployment.
  • Participate in design reviews and technical discussions, presenting work clearly and incorporating feedback effectively.
  • Continuously improve personal technical depth in structural layout, joints, fasteners, tolerancing, and structural optimization.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline.
  • 2+ years of experience in aircraft structural design or closely related aerospace structures.
  • Experience designing and releasing structural components in development or production environments.
  • Working knowledge of composite and metallic structures, including fasteners, bonded joints, and load paths.
  • Proficiency in CAD tools (NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, or similar).
  • Understanding of GD&T, tolerance stackups, and DFMA principles.
  • Strong written and verbal technical communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate in fast-paced, high-ownership engineering environments
  • Ability to get a S//SAR level security clearance desired

Skills

Required:Structural design of aircraft componentsCAD modeling and releaseHand calculations / basic FEAComposite and metallic structuresGD&T / tolerance stackups / DFMACross-functional collaboration

Benefits

  • Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  • Temporary employee offer package includes temporary benefits after 60 days of employment
  • Salary compensation influenced by skill set, experience, licenses/certifications, and location
  • Equal opportunity employer with accommodations available for disabilities
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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