Senior Engineer, Mechanical Design - V-BAT (R4467)

Shield AI
Dallas, TexasPosted 24 February 2026

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Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.  Job Description: Shield AI is pioneering the development of AI-powered autonomous aircraft for national defense, pushing the boundaries of aerospace innovation. The V-BAT is an unparalleled Group 3 unmanned system designed for deployment in complex, contested environments. We are seeking a Senior Engineer, Mechanical Design to support the design, development, and testing of systems that expand and scale V-BAT’s operational capabilities. This role contributes to the creation of robust, field-deployable systems that enable aircraft operations, maintenance, and sustainment in military environments. You will apply strong mechanical design fundamentals to develop reliable, manufacturable hardware while collaborating closely with engineering, manufacturing, and flight operations teams.