Shield AI
Electrical Test & Rapid Prototype Engineer (R3475)
Shield AI, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Electrical Test & Rapid Prototype Engineer (R3475)
Base pay range: $85,050.00/yr - $127,574.00/yr
Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Boston, Abu Dhabi (UAE), Kyiv (Ukraine), and Melbourne (Australia), Shield AI’s technology actively supports U.S. and allied operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X and Instagram.
Job Description At Shield AI, we are revolutionizing defense technology to protect service members and civilians with intelligent, autonomous systems. Our Hardware Test Engineering team plays a critical role in ensuring the V-BAT remains the most reliable, mission-ready UAV in the industry. We design cutting-edge test solutions—custom-built electrical and mechanical systems that push our hardware to its limits in real-world and extreme environments.
What you’ll do
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.
Required qualifications
B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience OR you are an undergraduate, graduate or PhD student expected to graduate in 2025.
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.
Preferred qualifications
Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages for automation.
Experience with PCB design tools (Altium, KiCAD, Eagle, etc.).
Familiarity with CAD tools (SolidWorks, NX, CATIA) for mechanical fixture design.
Ability to problem-solve under pressure and pivot quickly in a dynamic, fast-paced engineering environment.
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. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
Equal Opportunity Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
Senioritiy level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Software Development
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Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Boston, Abu Dhabi (UAE), Kyiv (Ukraine), and Melbourne (Australia), Shield AI’s technology actively supports U.S. and allied operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X and Instagram.
Job Description At Shield AI, we are revolutionizing defense technology to protect service members and civilians with intelligent, autonomous systems. Our Hardware Test Engineering team plays a critical role in ensuring the V-BAT remains the most reliable, mission-ready UAV in the industry. We design cutting-edge test solutions—custom-built electrical and mechanical systems that push our hardware to its limits in real-world and extreme environments.
What you’ll do
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.
Required qualifications
B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience OR you are an undergraduate, graduate or PhD student expected to graduate in 2025.
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.
Preferred qualifications
Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages for automation.
Experience with PCB design tools (Altium, KiCAD, Eagle, etc.).
Familiarity with CAD tools (SolidWorks, NX, CATIA) for mechanical fixture design.
Ability to problem-solve under pressure and pivot quickly in a dynamic, fast-paced engineering environment.
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. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
Equal Opportunity Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
Senioritiy level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Software Development
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Shield AI by 2x
Get notified about new Prototype Engineer jobs in Dallas, TX.
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