Engineering Manager, Air Vehicle Mechanical Systems

Job opportunity

Expected salary range

usd229,202

Job status

Permanent

Location

Shield AI
Dallas, TX, United States

Workplace

On site

Job Description

Join Shield AI as an Engineering Manager, Air Vehicle Mechanical Systems

Lead a talented team of mechanical engineers on cutting-edge VTOL military UAV platforms, including the innovative X-BAT jet-engine UAV. Manage design and integration of critical mechanisms like doors, landing gear, and propulsion actuation systems. At Shield AI, a mission-driven defense-tech leader, you'll shape high-quality engineering practices and cross-functional collaboration to advance autonomous aircraft technology.

Location: San Diego, CA or Dallas, TX | Full-Time, On-site

What You'll Do:

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of skilled engineers
  • Drive design and integration of flight- and mission-critical mechanical systems
  • Collaborate across systems, structures, avionics, propulsion, and more
  • Own project delivery with transparency and quality standards

Qualifications:

  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • 10+ years aerospace mechanical systems experience
  • 2+ years team leadership
  • Strong fundamentals in kinematics, statics, materials, and manufacturing

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary ($152,802 - $229,202 annually) + Bonus + Equity + Benefits
  • Opportunity to work on groundbreaking defense technology
  • Inclusive, equal opportunity employer committed to diversity

Join us to protect service members and civilians worldwide with intelligent systems and revolutionize military UAV engineering!

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Shield AI

Shield AI

🚀 Lead a talented engineering team at Shield AI, a cutting-edge defense-tech company, as an Engineering Manager for the X-BAT VTOL UAV. Manage critical mechanical systems design, collaborate with diverse teams, and enjoy a competitive salary ($152K-$229K) plus benefits. Grow your career driving next-gen aerospace innovations while making a global impact. 🌍🔧

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