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Engineer I, Mechanical Hardware Test

Shield AI· X-BAT Division – X-BAT Engineering - Avionics
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Seattle, WA$98k - $140kFull Time EmployeePosted 4d ago

About the role

Entry-level Mechanical Engineer I focused on design, development, and testing of flight hardware and mechanical test systems for Shield AI’s next-generation autonomous aircraft.

Responsibilities

  • Support the design, analysis, fabrication, and assembly of mechanical and structural systems.
  • Create and revise CAD models, engineering drawings, and manufacturing specifications.
  • Assist in designing structural and electromechanical test stands and fixtures for aeronautical components.
  • Participate in prototyping, testing, troubleshooting, and design validation.
  • Perform structural, thermal, and fatigue assessments with guidance from experienced engineers.
  • Develop test procedures, document results, and communicate findings.
  • Participate in design reviews and contribute ideas that improve reliability, manufacturability, and testability.
  • Support coordination with manufacturing teams and suppliers during fabrication and assembly.
  • Apply engineering fundamentals to hands-on technical problems in laboratory, shop, and field environments.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related STEM field.
  • 0–2 years of relevant experience; internships, co-ops, research, and substantial academic projects may count toward this requirement.
  • Foundational knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, physics, and mathematics.
  • Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, or similar.
  • Familiarity with engineering drawings, material selection, structural analysis, and common manufacturing processes.
  • Hands-on experience building, testing, or troubleshooting mechanical systems.
  • Ability to organize technical work, document results, and communicate effectively.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced development environment with evolving priorities.
  • Record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself to high standards, and being kind to others.

Skills

Required:B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (or related STEM)CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, or similar)Engineering drawings and manufacturing processesHands-on hardware experienceCommunication and documentation

Benefits

  • Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  • Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
  • Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits.
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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