Senior Manager, Avionics Mechanical Engineering (R4416)

Shield AI|19 Dec 2025

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Job Description

Shield AI is seeking a Senior Manager of Mechanical Engineering to build and lead the team responsible for all mechanical design, thermal, and harnessing in the X-BAT aircraft and ground vehicle. You will establish the technical vision, hire top tier engineers, and partner with all other engineer team leads to execute cross-functionally. Extreme ownership is expected where your team will carry designs from concept through manufacturing. Team leads and managers at Shield are expected to have strong technical fundamentals and a history of experience being hands on.

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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. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

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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.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Senior Manager, Avionics Mechanical Engineering (R4416) position at Shield AI remote?

The Senior Manager, Avionics Mechanical Engineering (R4416) role at Shield AI is an on-site or hybrid position.

What type of employment is the Senior Manager, Avionics Mechanical Engineering (R4416) role?

Shield AI is hiring for a full-time Senior Manager, Avionics Mechanical Engineering (R4416) position.

How do I apply for the Senior Manager, Avionics Mechanical Engineering (R4416) position at Shield AI?

You can apply for the Senior Manager, Avionics Mechanical Engineering (R4416) role directly through Shield AI's official application link provided on this page.