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Requirements
• B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field • 8+ years of relevant aerospace/defense experience, with at least 5 years in mission systems integration • Demonstrated experience with aircraft payloads, avionics, and/or weapons integration • Demonstrated experience with line-of-sight and beyond line-of-sight aircraft communications systems and components • Working knowledge of Government modular open system approach (MOSA) standards to include open mission systems (OMS), Government Reference Architectures (GRA) or modular avionics standards. • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver complex systems to fielded capability • Strong knowledge of systems engineering processes and product development lifecycle • Familiarity with DO-178C/DO-254 certification requirements for software and hardware • Excellent communication skills and ability to brief technical findings to executives and customers • Active Secret clearance and have the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance • Master’s or PhD in Aerospace, Systems, or Electrical Engineering • Hands-on experience with flight test operations and mission system validation • Direct experience integrating advanced sensors, autonomy, AI-enabled payloads, or guided weapons • Background in model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and SysML tools • Strong knowledge of current aircraft mission systems vendors and capabilities • Active DoD Top Secret clearance • Full-time regular employee offer package: • Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Responsibilities
• To design and develop mission processing systems for spacecraft operations within the Aircraft Division Engineering team at Shield AI in Dallas, Texas; Washington, DC; San Diego, California; Boston, MA. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate system components into a cohesive architecture that meets project requirements. • Analyze and optimize mission processing algorithms for efficiency and reliability under various operational scenarios. • Participate in the testing phase of new systems or updates by simulating realistic spacecraft operations, troubleshooting issues as they arise, and documenting test results comprehensively. • Provide technical leadership to junior engineers on mission processing projects within your team, offering guidance and mentorship when necessary. • Stay informed about the latest advancements in aerospace technology relevant to spacecraft operations and incorporate these insights into project development where applicable. • Communicate regularly with stakeholders (e.g., engineers from other divisions, management) regarding mission processing needs, progress updates, or potential challenges that may impact the scope of work.
Benefits
• 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. • 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.
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