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Shield AIPosted Sep 9, 2026
Principal Engineer, Electrical (R5909)
San Diego, Californiafull timeOn Sitesenior$210k–$310kH1B: no
Shield AI Principal Engineer, Electrical at Shield AI focuses on designing, integrating, and troubleshooting electronic systems critical to autonomous aircraft. This role requires expertise in power, embedded, and control systems to rapidly move projects from concept to flight.
Responsibilities
- Shield AI is pioneering AI pilots for aircraft that protect service members and civilians - pushing the boundaries of autonomous flight. V-BAT is designed for deployment in the most demanding, high-stakes environments.
- We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our team, focused on the design, integration and troubleshooting of electronics systems critical to our aircraft. This role is perfect for an engineer with a solid foundation in power, embedded and control systems who is eager to grow, own challenging projects, and see their work move rapidly from concept to flight. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving complex problems, and want to help build the future of autonomous aviation, we want to hear from you.
Company
Shield AI
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