Shield AI
deep-tech
SeniorStaffEngineer,AerostructuresDesign
“Senior Staff Engineer, Aerostructures Design at Shield AI. Skills: Aircraft structural design, FEA analysis, CAD modeling, Composite structures. Lead structural component design. Own structural design lifecycle”
What You'll Achieve.
Production-ready hardware; High quality and traceability; Seamless system integration; Mission-readiness; Engineering velocity; Design quality
Industry & Context.
Margin assessment; Design optimization; Failure analysis; Design iteration
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline, 10+ years of experience in aircraft structural design, Deep understanding of composite and metallic structures, Expertise in CAD tools (NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks), Expertise in FEA tools (ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN, or similar), Experience conducting or overseeing stress analysis, fatigue analysis, and design optimization, working knowledge of DFMA, GD&T, tolerance stackups, and structural layout principles, Clear, concise technical communication skills, experience leading cross-functional engineering efforts, A track record of technical excellence, high ownership, and a mission-driven mindset
Nice to Have
M. S. degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, NX CAD skills, Experience supporting or leading Group 3–5 UAV, DoD aircraft, or high-performance aerospace vehicle programs, Knowledge of aerospace standards (MIL-STD, ASME Y14. 5, FAA FARS), Knowledge of certification pathways, Prior experience in flight vehicle integration, Prior experience in manufacturing liaison, Prior experience in production support, Familiarity with model-based engineering, Familiarity with digital twin development, Familiarity with configuration management tools, Demonstrated experience in failure analysis, Demonstrated experience in design iteration, Demonstrated experience in test correlation, Previous work in startup environments, Previous work in R&D environments, Previous work in high-growth defense environments
What You'll Do.
Lead structural component design
Own structural design lifecycle
Guide structural analysis
Support material selection
Oversee structural validation testing
Guide design documentation development
Mentor junior engineers
Collaborate with manufacturing teams
Identify process improvements
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work across disciplines; Work closely with aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, payload, and manufacturing teams; Collaborate with manufacturing and flight test teams; Lead cross-functional engineering efforts
Communication Scope
Clear, concise technical communication skills
Process & Methodology
Own the design and development, Oversee the design and execution
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