Electrical Engineer, Test Equipment Design
Shield AI· V-BAT Division – V-BAT Engineering - Hardware Test
Dallas, TX$81.5k - $122.2kFull Time EmployeePosted 2mo ago
About the role
Shield AI is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and automate test systems for UAV hardware, including power electronics and RF, with hands-on PCB work, Python scripting, and advanced environmental testing to ensure reliability of the V-BAT platform.
Responsibilities
- Design and own test systems for critical UAV components and subsystems, from concept to validation.
- Work across multiple EE disciplines, including power electronics, RF, communications, and system integration.
- Develop PCBs to interface between test stands and the device-under-test (DUT).
- Build custom test fixtures integrating relays, PLCs, PCBAs, and harnessing for automated and high-fidelity testing.
- Automate test sequences using Python, ensuring repeatability, efficiency, and scalability.
- Collaborate in cross-functional design reviews, advocating for testability improvements that streamline hardware validation.
- Adapt and innovate in a fast-moving, high-stakes environment, where your work directly impacts mission success.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience OR you are an undergraduate, graduate or PhD student expected to graduate in 2026.
- Strong foundation in electrical, mechanical, and software engineering principles.
- Experience in multidisciplinary hardware projects—whether through internships, jobs, clubs, personal projects, or research.
- A track record of ownership, innovation, and delivering results in complex technical environments.
- A team-first mindset, holding yourself and others to high standards, while being adaptable and solution-oriented.
- A track record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.
Skills
Required:PythonPCB designElectrical engineeringMultidisciplinary hardware project experience
Benefits
- Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
- Temporary employee offer package (benefits after 60 days)
- Salary compensation influenced by skills, experience, licenses/certifications, location
- Offers contingent on cleared background and possible reference check
- Military fellows and part-time employees not eligible for benefits
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
About Shield AI
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