Staff Propulsion Engineer
Shield AI
Dallas, TX, USA
Posted on Sunday, May 21, 2023
Introduction to Shield AI
Shield AI’s mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Shield AI is a fast growing, venture-backed defense-technology company built around a team of proven executives, distinguished warfighters, and world-class AI engineers. Since 2018, Shield AI’s products and people have supported operations around the world with the US Department of Defense and our allies.
Job Description:
Propulsion engineering is one of the foundational technologies that determines the overall performance and reliability of the VBAT platform. We seek a subject matter expert to guide the development and test of our VBAT propulsion system technologies.
What you'll do:
- Lead multiple propulsion development and analysis projects related to aircraft engines, engine components, and fuel systems.
- Lead verification and validation test plans for fuel system, propulsion performance characterization, reliability and durability, aerodynamic performance, thermal management, and acoustic performance.
- Collaborate with external engine development suppliers for air system components such as turbochargers and superchargers, fuel system and control system to support the development and testing of various propulsion technologies (2S, 4S and alternative engine architecture)
- Produce technical reports to capture and communicate the findings of the propulsion system testing.
- Perform system, subsystem, and component trade studies.
- Review, execute the development and release of detailed design documents including CAD models, 2D drawings, assembly instructions, acceptance test plans and other design artifacts.
- Act as point of contact for test activities and collaborate with design, systems engineering and external testing/propulsion manufacturing partners.
- Use data and analysis to set acceptance criteria for production and engineering propulsion hardware testing.
Required qualifications:
- B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent
- 7-10 years of relevant experience in propulsion design
- Mastery of fundamentals for internal combustion engines
- Expert in hardware testing with demonstrated experience inleading and managing multiple projects.
- Demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others
Preferred qualifications:
- Masters or PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Propulsion/Combustion focus)
Total compensation: Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity (if applicable)
Actual 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. Information on the benefits offered is here. All offers are contingent on a cleared background check.
Location guidelines-
Onsite = 5 days/week
Hybrid = Several days in the office
Remote = Remote but able to come to the office as requested for business needs
If you're interested in being part of our team, apply now!
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.
To conform to U.S. Government regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
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