Shield Staff Electromechanical Engineer at Shield focused on designing and integrating avionics systems from concept to production. Ensure compliance with aerospace standards and collaborate with electrical engineers on PCB and harness design.
Responsibilities
Design complex electromechanical solutions for avionics packaging, electrical interconnects, thermal management, and aircraft integration
Perform structural, preliminary thermal, and modal analyses for avionics to ensure survivability in harsh environments
Ensure avionics meet performance, safety, environmental, and EMI/EMC compliance standards, including DO-160, DO-254, DO-178C, MIL-STD-810, and MIL-STD-461
Own your design work from concept and design reviews through system validation, failure analysis, and flight-test readiness
Qualification
Expertise in CAD software such as NXExperience with finite element analysisAbility to work in a fast-pacedTemporary employee offer package
Required
B.S. and/or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
8+ years of experience in mechanical and electrical equipment design for aerospace, including harness integration and mechanical component design
Expertise in CAD software such as NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar tools for 3D modeling, drawing creation, and system layout
Experience collaborating with electrical engineers to define PCB constraints, develop circuit cards, and manage all mechanical interfaces
Familiarity with the PCB layout process and advanced manufacturing methods
Familiarity with eCAD software such as Altium, Cadence, or Allegro and harness design software such as Capital or Zuken
Experience with finite element analysis, thermal analysis, and fatigue or lifecycle testing
Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile development environment with evolving priorities
Ability to obtain an S//SAR-level security clearance is desired
Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package:
Preferred
Ability to obtain an S//SAR-level security clearance
