Engineer II, Mechanical (R5310)

Shield AI

Dallas, Texas$90,000 - $135,000Full-timePosted 23 days ago

Get more Software Engineering openings

A short daily email when similar roles appear in Dallas. No account needed.

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedInXInstagram, and YouTube. 

Job Description:

Help bring advanced aerospace systems to life through hands-on mechanical design and real-world problem solving. In this role, you’ll contribute to the development and integration of complex hardware from concept through production, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, high-performance systems. In a fast-paced environment, you’ll turn ideas into tangible solutions, support testing and field operations, and play a key role in building mission-ready technology

What you'll do:

  • Directly contribute to the design, analysis, and integration of mechanical systems and subsystems for V-BAT aircraft and ground support equipment, including payload integrations, avionics packaging, harnessing and connector selection, transport structures, and launch & recovery systems.
  • Own mechanical engineering deliverables across the product lifecycle—from early concept and prototyping through test, production, and field support—with a bias toward execution and delivery.
  • Partner closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Program Management, and Flight Operations to ensure designs are buildable, testable, and reliable in real-world environments.
  • Provide hands-on technical support during ground and flight testing, demos, and field operations; rapidly troubleshoot and implement design fixes under tight timelines.
  • Required qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field from an accredited institution. 
  • 2-3 years of hands-on mechanical design experience in aerospace, ground support equipment, or related ruggedized hardware systems.
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, NX, CATIA, or similar) with demonstrated ability to create detailed drawings, assemblies, and GD&T-compliant documentation
  • Strong foundation in structural design, material selection, and manufacturing processes.
  • Experience performing engineering calculations (stress, thermal, tolerance stack-up, fatigue, FEA as applicable) to validate design integrity
  • Cross-functional collaboration experience with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management. 
  • Preferred qualifications:

  • Root cause analysis and structured problem-solving capability to resolve mechanical failures. 
  • Familiarity with industry standards (ASME, ISO, ASTM, or industry-specific regulatory requirements). 
  • Familiarity with MIL-STD requirements and environmental qualification testing.
  • Familiarity to power distribution, hydraulics, or aerospace support systems.
  • Experience working with external suppliers or contract manufacturers.
  • #LI-MS1
    #LB

    Full-time regular employee offer package:
    Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
     
    Temporary employee offer package:
    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. 

    The average job posting receives 250 applications.

    Stand out by tailoring your resume to this specific role. Our AI resume builder highlights the skills and experience that matter most to this employer.

    Frequently asked questions

    Who is hiring for Engineer II, Mechanical (R5310) at Shield AI?+
    Shield AI is actively hiring for this Engineer II, Mechanical (R5310) role. Click "Apply Now" to submit your application directly on Shield AI's careers page — Careeronaut doesn't charge employers or candidates for referrals.
    When was this Engineer II, Mechanical (R5310) role posted?+
    This listing was first posted on 2026-07-13. We pull the latest copy from the source feed daily, and any role that's taken down gets removed from Careeronaut within seven days so you don't waste time on stale listings.
    How should I apply to this Engineer II, Mechanical (R5310) role?+
    Start by tailoring your resume to the posting — most applicants send generic CVs and the first filter recruiters use is keyword relevance. Careeronaut's AI does this automatically: paste the job description, get a matched resume in under a minute, and download as PDF or DOCX.
    Where can I find more Software Engineering jobs in Dallas?+
    Browse all open software engineering roles in Dallas on the listing pages linked below. You can filter by salary, remote-friendly, and posting date.