Energy Jobline ZR
Staff Engineer, Aircraft Configuration Design (R4028) in Mundelein
Energy Jobline ZR, Mundelein, Illinois, United States, 60060
Founded in 2015, 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 and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.
Job Description:
Shield AI is seeking an Aircraft Configuration Design Engineer to support the development of next‑autonomous UAVs. In this role, you will assist in the design, optimization, and integration of aircraft configurations, ensuring that vehicle aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, and mission systems are harmonized for performance, manufacturability, and operational effectiveness. This position is ideal for a mechanical or aerospace engineer with a passion for cutting‑edge aircraft design, multi‑disciplinary systems integration, and iterative prototyping in a fast‑paced defense technology environment. What you’ll do: Assist in the conceptual and preliminary design of Shield AI’s UAV platforms, ensuring optimal aerodynamic and structural configurations. Support aircraft sizing, weight estimation, and trade studies to evaluate different airframe configurations. Work with multi‑disciplinary engineering teams (mechanical, electrical, propulsion, avionics) to ensure seamless system integration. Develop and refine 3D CAD models of aircraft structures, subsystems, and flight‑critical components. Perform basic aerodynamic and structural analysis using computational tools to assess feasibility and performance impacts. Participate in design reviews, system trade studies, and prototype development efforts. Support rapid prototyping and wind tunnel testing of scaled models to validate design concepts. Assist in requirements development, documentation, and verification planning for aircraft subsystems. Ensure designs comply with manufacturing feasibility, mission requirements, and aerospace industry standards. Work closely with manufacturing and production teams to transition designs from concept to prototype and full‑scale production. Required qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering (or related field). 5 years of experience in aircraft design, configuration layout, or airframe integration. Proficiency in CAD modeling (NX, SolidWorks, or similar) for airframe and structural design. Basic understanding of aircraft aerodynamics, structures, and propulsion system integration. Ability to perform basic FEA, CFD, or weight & balance assessments. Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in cross‑functional teams. Excellent communication and technical documentation skills. Active Secret clearance Preferred qualifications: Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering (or related field). Experience with unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) design or aircraft conceptual design. Familiarity with aircraft performance modeling, stability & control, and flight dynamics. Hands‑on experience with rapid prototyping, wind tunnel testing, or flight hardware development. Knowledge of manufacturing techniques, composite materials, and aerospace structural design principles. Experience working in a fast‑paced, high‑tech startup or defense environment. Active TS clearance or ability to gain a TS clearance. 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 ancestry, religious, gender, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or Veteran status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Full‑time regular employee offer package: 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.
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Shield AI is seeking an Aircraft Configuration Design Engineer to support the development of next‑autonomous UAVs. In this role, you will assist in the design, optimization, and integration of aircraft configurations, ensuring that vehicle aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, and mission systems are harmonized for performance, manufacturability, and operational effectiveness. This position is ideal for a mechanical or aerospace engineer with a passion for cutting‑edge aircraft design, multi‑disciplinary systems integration, and iterative prototyping in a fast‑paced defense technology environment. What you’ll do: Assist in the conceptual and preliminary design of Shield AI’s UAV platforms, ensuring optimal aerodynamic and structural configurations. Support aircraft sizing, weight estimation, and trade studies to evaluate different airframe configurations. Work with multi‑disciplinary engineering teams (mechanical, electrical, propulsion, avionics) to ensure seamless system integration. Develop and refine 3D CAD models of aircraft structures, subsystems, and flight‑critical components. Perform basic aerodynamic and structural analysis using computational tools to assess feasibility and performance impacts. Participate in design reviews, system trade studies, and prototype development efforts. Support rapid prototyping and wind tunnel testing of scaled models to validate design concepts. Assist in requirements development, documentation, and verification planning for aircraft subsystems. Ensure designs comply with manufacturing feasibility, mission requirements, and aerospace industry standards. Work closely with manufacturing and production teams to transition designs from concept to prototype and full‑scale production. Required qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering (or related field). 5 years of experience in aircraft design, configuration layout, or airframe integration. Proficiency in CAD modeling (NX, SolidWorks, or similar) for airframe and structural design. Basic understanding of aircraft aerodynamics, structures, and propulsion system integration. Ability to perform basic FEA, CFD, or weight & balance assessments. Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in cross‑functional teams. Excellent communication and technical documentation skills. Active Secret clearance Preferred qualifications: Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering (or related field). Experience with unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) design or aircraft conceptual design. Familiarity with aircraft performance modeling, stability & control, and flight dynamics. Hands‑on experience with rapid prototyping, wind tunnel testing, or flight hardware development. Knowledge of manufacturing techniques, composite materials, and aerospace structural design principles. Experience working in a fast‑paced, high‑tech startup or defense environment. Active TS clearance or ability to gain a TS clearance. 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 ancestry, religious, gender, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or Veteran status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Full‑time regular employee offer package: 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.
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