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We are partnering with a leading aerospace engineering organisation delivering advanced optical systems for spaceborne, airborne, and ground-based applications. This team supports the full lifecycle of high-performance optical payloads, from concept development through integration, environmental qualification, and flight readiness. They are now seeking a Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer with a strong optical foundation who enjoys working at the intersection of precision mechanics and high-performance imaging systems. The Opportunity This role is ideal for an engineer who understands optical performance first and mechanical design second. You will work on complex optical instruments supporting imaging across UV, VIS, SWIR, MWIR, and LWIR bands, as well as LiDAR and laser communication systems. You will collaborate closely with optical engineers to translate optical prescriptions into robust, flight-ready hardware that maintains alignment, stability, and performance in demanding aerospace environments. Key Responsibilities • Lead opto-mechanical design of precision optical assemblies and instruments, • Work directly from optical prescriptions to develop mounts, barrels, benches, and structural architectures, • Perform tolerance analysis and contribute to optical error budgets, • Support alignment, integration, and test of optical payloads, • Evaluate optical performance impacts from thermal, structural, and dynamic loads, • Contribute to environmental qualification including vibration, shock, and thermal vacuum testing, • Collaborate cross-functionally with optical, thermal, electrical, and systems engineers, • Support technical proposals and concept development efforts What We’re Looking For • BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Optics, Physics, Aerospace, or similar, • 8+ years of experience supporting optical system development, • Strong understanding of optical fundamentals, imaging performance, and alignment principles, • Experience working with multi-spectral systems, LiDAR, or laser-based payloads preferred, • Background in precision structures, kinematic mounting, and stability design, • Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, • Familiarity with FEA tools such as Ansys or NASTRAN, • Experience supporting optical integration and performance verification, • US Person status required Preferred • Zemax experience, • MATLAB or Python for optical data analysis, • Experience working on space-qualified hardware This is an opportunity to work on mission-critical optical systems where performance, stability, and precision truly matter. If you enjoy solving complex optical challenges and seeing hardware go from design to flight, this role offers real technical depth and ownership.

Our work We are a well capitalized stealth VC-backed startup building a new type of spatial AI capable of universally solving autonomy. We innovate at the foundational layer of AI by training our own AI models. Our team Our team is composed of AI pioneers and leaders from Google X, Google Brain, and Unity. Several of us are repeat founders, with deep commercialization insights across multiple enterprise segments. We enjoy long, deep ideations around entirely unexplored AI use cases in autonomy (cars, drones, robots). Technical skills • Experience flying custom built quadcopter, running ArduPilot., • Experience, finding the right components and building custom QuadCopters, FPV drones or similar RC vehicles, • Experience piloting drone manually without GPS-assisted modes like altitude-hold and stabilize mode., • Experience debugging ArduPilot and/or PX4 issues on the field, • Part 107 Holder, • Familiar with ardupilot's EKF-3 Estimation code., • Knowledge of vision-based navigation systems, • Comfortable with Python, C++ and linux. Who you are • Learn it all: you have an innate curiosity for all things intellectual, and it’s something you can’t turn off. You obsess over finer details others miss., • High intensity: you thrive in a high-stakes environment, and are driven by an innate obsession, not by others., • Fast learner: you gravitate toward learning new things, and often find yourself learning more quickly than everyone around you., • Driven by discomfort: you enjoy leaving your comfort zone and challenging yourself, • Creative: track record of solving hard problems with solutions worthy of academic papers, • Educator: you take pride in your ability to communicate complex topics clearly and have excellent speaking and writing skills., • Zero ego: you don’t just take feedback, but truly see it as a gift. You don’t wait until feedback is given, but solicit it with every opportunity., • Founder mentality: you roll up your sleeves to help solve the most pressing problem on a given day, even if it has nothing to do with this job post. Location • Based out of San Francisco Bay Area, • Must be willing to travel Day in the life Expect to stretch your imagination daily as we are building a new AI capable of making robots ubiquitous. Expect to learn new skills every day, regardless of the level you’re currently at. We are a small team that supports each other. You will work closely with our AI experts but also product engineers.

Description Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Are you ready for your next career challenge? Leidos Defense provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. Leidos Defense Space Business Area is seeking a Senior Optical Engineer to support the Emerging Space Systems Division in developing optical payload systems for the Space Force, including missions such as Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR), Space Control, and Space-Based Sensing. Leidos programs are funded by multiple U.S. government sponsors as well as internal research and development (IR&D) efforts. The optical engineer will also contribute to responses for government-issued proposals related to optical imaging systems operating in the visible and infrared spectrum. Upon contract award, responsibilities include system conceptualization, optical design, performance analysis, payload construction, testing, and integration. The candidate should be able to conceptualize optical designs and oversee their mechanical implementation into qualified flight instruments, with demonstrated proficiency in mechanical modeling for proposal and concept development. The candidate should understand radiometric requirements, optical performance specifications, and payload hardware development to design optical systems using Zemax. A strong understanding of aberration theory and its impact on system performance is required. The candidate should also be proficient in optical tolerancing, athermalization analysis, and lens manufacturing methods and drawing standards. Experience in stray light control, Structural Thermal Optical Performance (STOP) analysis, and laboratory testing and evaluation is required. Additionally, knowledge of infrared lens design and reflective optical system design is essential. Basic Qualifications * Bachelor of Science degree with 12+ years of prior relevant experience or Master of Science with 10+ years of prior relevant experience. May possess a Doctorate in a relevant technical domain. * Infrared and Visible lens design using Zemax experience required. * Knowledge of how electro-optical systems are designed, specified, developed, manufactured, and tested including Focal Plane Arrays, bandpass filter performance, AR coating, and Lyot stop implementation. * Experience in prototype and production development, including testing and demonstrations. * Knowledge and experience in laboratory alignment, testing, and evaluation. * Working knowledge of MS Office applications, MatLab, and Solidworks. * Effective communication, coordination, and customer engagement skills. * Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and team environment. * Minimum of an active SECRET security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance. Preferred Qualifications * Stray light performance analysis using FRED * Bandpass and AR coating development * Radiometric modeling * Manufacturing and assembly process knowledge If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. March 25, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. Pay Range $131,300.00 - $237,350.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit ___. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at ___. Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at ___. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the ___. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Description The Leidos Space Division, whose primary products are IR Payloads that are hosted on satellites in earth orbit, is in need of a Mission Operations Engineer - Intern to join our San Diego-based team in the summer of 2026. This unique opportunity will allow you to participate in a space program, supporting flight operations and software designed for use during operational missions. Selected applicants will find challenging work that prepares them for their careers in the space domain. This internship will broaden the intern's knowledge with industry standard tools and real-time operating systems, and provide a mechanism to understand system design, integration, and test. Primary Responsibilities: The Mission Operations Engineer - Intern will work in a small team environment, developing tools to help automate payload operations including checkout of telemetry / data. Further, this intern will build and test operational scripts for controlling the on-orbit payload during operational missions. Additional Responsibilities: * Support design, regression, and verification testing of ground system application software. * Provide / author technical documentation, participate in design, code, and software peer reviews. Basic Qualifications * Pursuing a degree in the field of Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Physics that is currently enrolled in an accredited college or university. * Familiarity with space systems including fundamentals of orbital mechanics. * Minimum two years of experience programming in C++, Java, Matlab, and/or Python. * Familiarity with software version control tools (i.e., Git, GitLab, etc.) is a plus. * Able to debug software and troubleshoot software related issues. * Must be US Citizen. If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares. March 31, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit ___. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at ___. Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at ___. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the ___. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Date Posted: 2026-02-26 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-M02 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG M02 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. The Effector RF Design Antenna & Radome team at Raytheon is seeking a talented Engineer to join our team in Tucson, AZ. The candidate will be responsible for leading and shaping antenna, radome, and antenna measurement system technology within the Company. The selected candidate will also be expected to contribute to multi-disciplined teams, provide technical oversight, delegate tasks, and work with the Engineering organizations to establish technology roadmaps, enable modernization, and contribute to general innovation. In addition, the candidate will work with government personnel and programs to define and refine requirements for validating hardware compliance. This position is an onsite role, located in Tucson, AZ. What You Will Do: • Development and detailed design of antenna or radome hardware and requirements, • Work with interdisciplinary engineering teams including thermal, structural, mechanical, systems, etc., • Work with antenna manufacturing suppliers, • Analyze simulation and test data to verify performance to requirements Qualifications You Must Have: * Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience, to include any combination of the following: * Experience in Antenna element design and fabrication * Experience in Antenna simulation and modeling * Experience in Antenna measurements in near or far field systems • Experience leading antenna designs through concept trades/studies, preliminary design, final design, and qualification. Qualifications We Prefer: • Master of Science (MS) in Electrical Engineering, • Strong experience managing and presenting technical data to stakeholders and customers., • Strong experience designing and delivering conformal antenna designs, • Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written, • Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive technical execution plans, • Strong interpersonal skills working in a team environment with positive interaction, • Demonstrated ability to put forth and drive technical execution plans, • Experience presenting to Failure Review Board (FRB), Engineering Review Board (ERB), Change Control Board (CCB), Manufacturing Review Board (MRB), etc., • Knowledge of near-field-to-far-field processing algorithms, • Familiarity with complex threat environments and battlefields, • Experience designing seeker, datalink, flight termination, GPS and telemetry antenna systems, • Experience designing complex multi-layer radomes, • Background as a Cost Account Manager or Integrated Product Team Lead, • Proficiency with Python, MATLAB and/or other scientific programming languages, • Proficiency with high performance computing (HPC) environments and schedulers such as SLURM What We Offer Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Learn More & Apply Now! This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: ___ As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this ___ to read the Policy and Terms

Date Posted: 2026-02-18 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-M02 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG M02 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. The Effector RF Design team is seeking an experienced Senior Antenna and Supplier Engineer to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge antenna technology in support of our mission to deliver innovative defense solutions. As the Responsible Engineering Authority (REA) for antenna products, you will oversee and participate in the design, development, and performance tracking of antenna hardware. You will act as the primary liaison to suppliers and coordinate activities with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure technical excellence and timely delivery. Your work will involve defining, analyzing, and validating product requirements while contributing to the advancement of our antenna design capabilities. This position is an onsite role based in Tucson, AZ, and will require occasional travel to supplier facilities. What You Will Do: • Coordinate the development and detailed design of antenna hardware, requirements, and technical data packages., • Collaborate with suppliers for antenna design, manufacturing, and testing., • Analyze simulation and test data to verify antenna performance against requirements., • Work closely with interdisciplinary engineering teams, including thermal, structural, mechanical, and systems engineering groups., • Contribute to the creation of supplier Statement of Work (SOW) documents., • Partner with Raytheon’s supply chain team to execute antenna supplier purchase orders., • Travel to supplier facilities to conduct design and qualification reviews. Qualifications You Must Have: * Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience to include any combination of the following: * Experience guiding antenna designs through concept trades/studies, preliminary design, final design, and supplier qualification. * Experience with antenna simulation and modeling using tools such as HFSS, CST, or FEKO. * Experience conducting antenna measurements using near or far field measurement systems. * Experience providing oversight of antenna suppliers, including qualifications reviews. Qualifications We Prefer: * Master of Science (MS) in Electrical Engineering * Experience designing seeker, datalink, flight termination, GPS and telemetry antenna systems * Strong experience managing and presenting technical data to stakeholders and customers. * Strong experience designing, testing, and verifying performance of conformal antenna designs * Data processing and analysis of antenna gain data collections * Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written * Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive technical execution plans * Strong interpersonal skills working in a team environment with positive interaction * Demonstrated ability to put forth and drive technical execution plans * Experience presenting to Failure Review Board (FRB), Engineering Review Board (ERB), Change Control Board (CCB), Manufacturing Review Board (MRB), etc. * Proficiency with Python, MATLAB and/or other scientific programming languages * Proficiency with high performance computing (HPC) environments and schedulers such as SLURM What We Offer Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Learn More & Apply Now! This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: ___ As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this ___ to read the Policy and Terms

AI Engineer 1. Organization Overview (Concise & Neutral) A fast-growing oncology-focused organization is reinventing how clinical trials operate by integrating them tightly with real-world clinical practice. Cross-disciplinary teams across healthcare, engineering, AI, and regulatory domains work in a Human-in-the-Loop (HITL) model to deliver regulatory-grade outcomes that expand trial access and accelerate cancer drug development. What's Different • Clinical trials are embedded within clinical practice—not run in parallel., • Hybrid model blending expert abstraction, AI/NLP/LLMs, and EMR integrations., • Strong commitment to rigorous testing, validation, privacy, and ethical AI., • Mission-driven culture with high collaboration and urgency. Why Join Now • AI is essential to scaling the business—impact is immediate and visible., • Opportunity to build an end-to-end applied AI stack powering clinical teams., • Work across LLMs, CV, and multimodal use cases with strong platform engineering partners. 2. Role Overview — AI Engineer Purpose Design and deliver applied AI systems (LLMs/CV/multimodal) that automate clinical variable extraction and clinical note generation. Work includes repeatable validation, robust documentation, and HITL feedback loops. Strong emphasis on data engineering and backend rigor to ensure model usability and efficiency. Focus Areas • LLM development and LLM-Ops for text extraction and structuring; some CV/multimodal., • Rapid prototyping with high software-engineering hygiene., • Statistical validation plans, experiment design, and metrics ownership., • HITL workflow development to reduce manual QA and improve throughput., • Collaboration with Platform Engineering for production alignment., • Comprehensive documentation: datasets, experiments, model cards, QA audits., • Build AI models and pipelines across EMR/EHR, imaging, and clinical documents., • Translate ambiguous clinical requirements into measurable ML objectives., • Define metrics, design experiments, and estimate/model error., • Lead interim QA audit processes and evolve toward AI-assisted QA., • Partner with data/platform engineers on scalability, data flow, and observability., • Deliver validated AI components for abstraction and note generation., • Meaningfully reduce manual QA workload through HITL optimization., • Standardize testing and documentation frameworks., • Establish efficient PySpark/SQL/Postgres data-manipulation patterns that accelerate iteration. 3. Product & AI Context In-Flight Work • LLM-powered abstraction and clinical note generation with HITL., • Drive productivity gains for internal labeling/abstraction teams., • Data engineering is a major part of the role: PySpark, SQL/Postgres, query optimization, cloud data tooling. 4. Ideal Candidate Profile Background • MSc/PhD in CS, EE, Applied Math, Stats, Physics, or equivalent depth via experience., • 2–5+ years in AI/ML engineering or applied data science., • Expert-level Python + strong software engineering practices., • Deep learning experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow (LLMs and/or CV)., • Data engineering: PySpark, SQL, Postgres, data modeling, query tuning., • Cloud data platforms (Databricks, S3/Snowflake/Azure/GCP)., • Experiment design, statistical validation, and error analysis., • Additional languages: R, Java, C++., • MLOps fundamentals (versioning, lineage, CI/CD)., • Prior oncology or clinical trials exposure.

Requisition Number: 27637 Required Travel: 0 - 10% Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $54,620.80 Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain Level of Experience: Mid Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you. To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: Summary Join HII as we keep the world's most powerful navy afloat! The Surface Engineering Maintenance Assist Team (SEMAT) is looking for a Corrosion Assessor to provide corrosion control technical knowledge and assessment support to our customers for U.S. Navy operations in San Diego, CA. This position is responsible for supporting of recurring assessments of coating systems on ship's structure, ship's structure, and Passive Countermeasure System (PCMS) assessments. What You Will Do * Provide engineering technical support for the following tasks: * G1N5/G1N6/G1E8 inspections to include: Cruiser (CG) Class ships superstructures, FWD and AFT VLS Topside, Intake/Uptake; Destroyer (DDG) class ships bow structures (A5A1), stanchion, Flight Deck Crack, Rast Track Trough (T4U3); CVN class ships Corrosion/Structural; LCS class ships 2V Crack. * Verify tanks, voids, and spaces are gas free and tagged out for entry prior to entering tank/space for assessment. Conduct their own gas free and maintain their own gas free certifications through the performance period * Document all discrepancies by photographing with government authorized and company furnished equipment in accordance with command/ship photographic and security requirements. Upload photographs into Corrosion Control Information Management System (CCIMS) using the CCIMS upload utility. * Enter assessment results in Corrosion Assessment Data Entry System (CADET) and internal SWRMC Department tracking spreadsheets/matrices. * Document and evaluate coating discrepancies in accordance with Corrosion Control Assessment and Maintenance Manual (CCAMM) and structural discrepancies in accordance with NSTM Chapter 100. * Provide repair oversight and installation guidance of PCMS components/systems per maintenance requirements. * Assess PCMS components/systems in accordance with 18M-R, S-1, A-1 and A-2 PCMS inspections. * Conduct training and hands on demonstration on PCMS components/systems to ship's force. * Attend Level 2 PCMS certification Conferences (2 conferences per year) per Level 2 re-certification requirement * Provide repair oversight and installation guidance of Motion Measurement System (MMS) and Permanent Motion Measurement System (PMMS) per NAVSEA/Ship's requests. What You Must Have * High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 4 years of related experience. Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty. * Must be able to obtain and maintain CAC ID base access and DoD Secret Security Clearance. * Must have at least 4 years of shipboard corrosion prevention experience. * Must be able to complete training and certifications within on-hundred eighty (180) calendar days of providing direct support: * S-CAT - Shipboard Corrosion Assessment Training by National Association of Corrosion Engineer (NACE) * Basic UT Measurement Certification per NSTM 100, 100-2.5 * Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Level I WorldSpec Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Training (A Division of Hellier NDT) * Level 1 Corrosion Certification per CCAMM, Section 2, 2.2.1 and NSTM 100, 100-2.5 * Level 2 Structural Certification per SWRMC Code 242 Personnel Qualification Standard (PQS) * SYCP - Ship Yard Competent Person Training * NACE Level 1 Coating Training * NACE Cathodic Protection (CP1) Training * NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI) Coating Training * Fall Protection Hands-On and Practical Demonstrations Training * Surface Ship Structural Calculation & Ship Structure Design Training (Edward Davis, NSWCCD Code 654) * PCMS Level 1 Maintainer and Level 2 Supervisor Certification per NAVSEA RMC CERT 05P1-17 Bonus Points For * S-CAT - Shipboard Corrosion Assessment Training by NACE. * UT Level I WorldSpec NDT Training (A Division of Hellier NDT). * NACE Level 1 Coating Training. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. May ride ships at sea for extended periods. May require wearing a respirator. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States. HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application. Why HII We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.

Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION:The Software Integration & Operations (SIO) group turns frontier autonomy into mission-ready aircraft. We own the commit-to-flight pipeline—deterministic aircraft and mission simulation, HIL/VIL integration, CI/CD, automated flight qualification testing, and release engineering. Our goal is simple: make AI fly—safely, repeatably, and fast. As a Modeling & Simulation Engineer, you will be responsible for improving and adding to our sensor and communications model suite so that our operator training and internal engineering pipelines have a seamless translation from sim to real results. What You'll Do • Develop and enhance radar sensor models for use in simulation and evaluation of aeronautical vehicles., • Translate theoretical models into efficient, reliable C++ implementations with a focus on numerical accuracy and performance., • Validate models against real-world data and authoritative references, including field test data and calibration procedures., • Collaborate with simulation and training application teams to ensure models integrate cleanly into operator-facing tools., • Design automated validation and regression testing strategies for mathematical models to ensure fidelity across releases., • Prototype and evaluate new modeling techniques (reduced-order models, uncertainty quantification, machine learning–based surrogates) to push the state of the art., • Document assumptions, equations, and validation results so that both engineers and operators can trust model outputs. Required Qualifications, • BS or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Applied Math, Physics, or related field with 3+ years of aerospace modeling experience., • C++ foundation with experience implementing numerical methods., • Demonstrated experience with aerospace models such as: Radar sensors, Radio communications systems, • Experience validating simulations against real-world or experimental data., • 1+ years of experience working on pilot/operator training systems., • Experience with Eigen or SciPy for model prototyping and validation., • Familiarity with state estimation sensor models (GPS, IMU, Gyro, etc) for simulation environments., • Demonstrated experience with payload sensor models including: Laser senros, IR and optical cameras, • Knowledge of uncertainty quantification and statistical analysis methods., • Experience with parallelization or GPU acceleration for compute-heavy models., • Strong problem-solving mindset with a collaborative and detail-oriented approach., • Familiarity with Python for test automation and data analysis pipelines.

Job Description About CAMP Systems: At CAMP Systems, we are the trusted leader in aircraft compliance and health management, proudly serving the global business aviation industry. With over 20,000 aircraft and 33,000 engines supported on our cutting-edge platforms, and partnerships with more than 1,300 maintenance facilities and parts suppliers worldwide, we’re shaping the future of aviation technology. Since our founding in 1968, we’ve grown to a dynamic team of 1,600+ employees across 14 locations globally—all united by a passion for innovation and excellence. Our Mission & Vision: We connect the aviation industry through smart technology to make flight safer and more efficient, driving the future of aviation with intelligence and exceptional customer experiences. Our Values & Excellence Mindset: We are customer obsessed, trust-driven, owners of our work, stronger together, constantly curious, and boldly innovative. What You Will Experience In This Role: As a Security Engineer you will report to the Sr. Manager of Cybersecurity. This role emphasizes protecting IT infrastructure from cyber threats and ensuring operational efficiency, upkeep and reliable operation of infrastructure. This role requires a broad understanding of security principles, threat mitigation, and compliance best practices. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys a broad security role, covering network security, application security, incident response, and compliance requirements. The following are Security Engineer daily duties: • Monitor security alerts and assist in incident identification, containment and remediation., • Collaborate with engineers on network and infrastructure security improvement projects across the CAMP enterprise., • Configure and support security tools like end point protection (Crowdstrike), WAF, SIEM, endpoint protection, and patching vulnerability scanners., • Assist in security audits, compliance execution, evidence gathering., • Perform security assessments, vulnerability scanning, and risk analysis., • Help implement security best practices across corporate IT. Responsibilities: • Must have good verbal and written communication skills, • Experience with Crowdstrike end point protection and configuration, • Experience with managing and understanding of network architecture including firewalls, routers, switches and WAF software, • Take ownership and follow through with projects and tasks until completion, • Manage relationships and expectations with multiple stakeholders and multiple teams, primarily the Security & GRC and Infrastructure teams, • Monitor systems for security breaches, analyze potential threats, and swiftly respond to incidents. Assist others (both the immediate team and cross-functional teams) in researching/troubleshooting issues and incidents, • Monitor SIEM and security event logs, create tickets, and ensure issues are seen to completion, • Ensure and audit systems are fully patched and secure across the enterprise., • User and Group Management, Access Control and Security Hardening experience, • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related discipline. Equivalent work experience acceptable, • 2+ Years’ Experience in System and Security Administration, • Experience with managing CrowdStrike, • Experience with configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting Okta MFA/SSO, • Experience configuring, monitoring, and researching issues through a SIEM (Sumo Logic), • Comfortable with virtualized & cloud environments (Nutanix Acropolis, Hyper-V, AWS, Azure), • Knowledge of both Windows Server and Linux Operating Systems, • Experience with Tenable.io and Automox software is a plus, • Basic scripting skills (Python, Bash, Power Shell) and HTML is a plus., • Security specific certification (CompTIA Security+, SSCP, CISSP) is a plus. CISSP preferred Why Work at CAMP? Join a culture where your ideas matter, your impact is real, and your growth is supported. Be part of a team reimagining the future of aviation. CAMP is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer – vets/disabled CAMP is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status EEO. Salary Range: $110k - $120k

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:As a Senior Staff Systems Engineer on Shield AI’s next gen UAS program, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and integrating cutting-edge autonomous aircraft systems for national defense. You will lead the technical execution of system architecture, ensuring seamless integration of avionics, autonomy, propulsion, sensor payloads, and mission-critical systems. This position requires a deep understanding of aerospace systems engineering, autonomy, and complex system integration. You will work cross-functionally with teams in hardware, software, autonomy, flight operations, and manufacturing to develop a scalable, mission-ready platform capable of operating in contested environments. Your expertise will be critical in defining system requirements and architectures through model-based systems engineering, conducting trade studies, ensuring compliance with military and aviation standards, and supporting the aircraft through flight testing and operational deployment.What You'll Do: • Perform System Architecture & Design: Develop and refine the system architecture for the next gen UAS, ensuring seamless integration of avionics, autonomy, propulsion, sensor payloads, and mission systems., • Define and document system-level behavior, including modes, states, transitions, and fault responses, • Support safety analyses (FHA, FMEA, FTA) by defining behavior under fault conditions, • Define and Manage System Requirements: Establish top-level requirements, decompose them into subsystems, and maintain traceability across the development lifecycle., • Autonomy & AI Integration: Work closely with autonomy and software teams to integrate AI-driven flight control, decision-making, and mission execution capabilities., • Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE): Utilize SysML, DOORS, or other MBSE tools to create digital system models, conduct trade studies, and optimize system performance., • Risk Management & Trade Studies: Conduct trade studies to evaluate design alternatives, assess technical risks, and ensure the best engineering solutions for mission effectiveness., • Stakeholder & Customer Engagement: Work closely with DoD stakeholders, industry partners, and government agencies to align system capabilities with operational requirements., • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with hardware, autonomy, software, propulsion, and flight operations teams to drive seamless system integration and rapid development cycles.Required Qualifications:, • 10+ years of experience in systems engineering for aerospace, defense, or autonomous aircraft systems., • Demonstrated experience defining system behavior logic and operational modes, • Deep expertise in system architecture, avionics integration, and autonomy-driven flight systems., • Proficiency in MBSE, DOORS, SysML, CAMEO, or similar system modeling tools for complex systems design and analysis., • Experience with Group 4 or Group 5 UAS, military aircraft, or autonomous airborne platforms., • Strong background in flight testing, system integration, and performance validation., • Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, MIL-STDs, FAA airworthiness certification, and airborne system safety standards., • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive complex projects to successful completion., • Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile development environment with shifting priorities., • Worked on developmental program from clean sheet to first flight Preferred Qualifications:, • Experience developing AI-driven autonomy for unmanned aircraft., • Expertise in ISR, EW, and advanced sensor integration for airborne platforms., • Familiarity with modular open system architectures (MOSA) and Government Reference Architectures (GRA) for defense applications., • Prior experience working with defense primes, DoD stakeholders, or government R&D programs. 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:Shield AI is seeking a Principal Fuel Systems Engineer to lead architecture, development, and validation of fuel systems for advanced AI-powered aircraft. In this role, you’ll own the full lifecycle of fuel system design—from concept through flight testing—while mentoring others and driving technical excellence across our growing air vehicle portfolio. You’ll tackle high-impact challenges: enabling efficient long-endurance flight, optimizing aircraft center of gravity, and developing robust, certifiable systems that perform flawlessly in extreme conditions. On-site or hybrid work is preferred; however, for highly qualified candidates, a remote arrangement may be considered with up to 25% travel.What you will do in this role: • Architect end-to-end fuel systems including storage, transfer, venting, and pressurization for next-gen autonomous aircraft., • Lead cross-functional integration between propulsion, structures, avionics, and thermal teams to ensure optimal system performance., • Conduct system-level modeling and analysis to predict flow behavior, vapor suppression, slosh dynamics, and thermal effects., • Define performance requirements and verification strategies for high-reliability components and assemblies., • Lead design reviews, technical trade studies, and risk assessments for critical systems., • Oversee supplier selection, qualification, and acceptance testing for pumps, valves, tanks, and sensors., • Support and guide ground and flight test campaigns; perform root-cause analysis for system anomalies., • Mentor engineers, establish best practices, and develop processes for system integration and testing., • Contribute to long-term technology roadmaps, including hybrid-electric and alternative fuel system architectures.Required qualifications:, • B.S. or M.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline., • 12–15+ years of experience in aircraft fuel systems, aerospace fluids, or propulsion integration., • Demonstrated expertise with fuel system design, analysis, and certification for manned or unmanned aircraft., • Deep understanding of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and CFD principles., • Proficiency with analysis and modeling tools (ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM, MATLAB/Simulink) and CAD software (NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks)., • Strong technical leadership and mentoring experience within multidisciplinary teams., • Familiarity with FAA and MIL-STD certification requirements and validation testing., • U.S. Citizenship required., • For remote candidates - ability to travel up to 25%.Preferred qualifications:, • Experience with UAV, fighter, or ISR platform development., • Proven success leading complex fuel system programs from concept through flight test., • Knowledge of advanced or low-observable fuel system technologies, vapor suppression, and hybrid-electric integration. 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description: This engineer for mission systems will serve as a senior technical leader responsible for the end-to-end engineering of mission systems on advanced next-generation unmanned aircraft, including RF and optical/infrared sensors (Radar, IRST, EO/IR, etc..), Electronic Warfare, and associated support systems. This individual will shape the technical direction of programs, ensuring that the aircraft delivers decisive mission capabilities through robust, integrated, and certifiable system designs. In this role, the engineer will drive mission system architectures, lead requirement development and allocation, and oversee system integration from concept through flight test and fielding. They will ensure that mission systems, avionics, and weapons are seamlessly integrated into the aircraft while meeting mission performance, safety, airworthiness, and compliance objectives. What you'll do: • Develop mission systems requirements and architectures to ensure overall system effectiveness, • Select mission system baselines through make vs buy trades and vendor engagements, • Develop the integration & test verification plan to include resources from bench-level hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) to flight test, • Define mission system software architectures including baseline processing and advanced algorithm development, • Drive trade studies and system-of-systems analysis to balance performance, cost, and schedule, • Serve as a technical subject matter expert for mission systems engineering across the aircraft program, • Ensure compliance with MIL-HDBK-516C, DO-178C, DO-254, and related standards, • Collaborate with program management to de-risk architectures and ensure technical maturity gates are met, • Interface with customers, partners, and suppliers to align system requirements and certificationsRequired qualifications:, • B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field, • 15+ years of relevant aerospace/defense experience, with at least 5 years in aircraft mission systems integration, • Demonstrated experience with designing or integrating aircraft mission systems (Radar, EO/IR, EW, etc…), • Working knowledge of Government modular open system approach (MOSA) standards to include open mission systems (OMS), Government Reference Architectures (GRA) or modular avionics standards., • Strong knowledge of current aircraft mission systems vendors and capabilities, • Proven ability to work in 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.Preferred qualifications:, • Master’s or PhD in Aerospace, Systems, or Electrical Engineering, • Hands-on experience with flight test operations and mission system validation, • Experience with designing or integrating multiple mission system sensor types (RF, optical, etc..), • Knowledge of international customer domestic mission systems, • Direct experience integrating advanced sensors with autonomy and weapons, • Experience with integrating mission systems onto unmanned aircraft systems, • Background in model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and SysML tools 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job Description Natilus is building the next generation of aviation through the development of blended-wing-body aircraft, delivering a step-change in overall efficiency. Our growing family of aircraft is designed to make air travel more sustainable while fundamentally improving the economics of commercial flight and the operational effectiveness of defense logistics. By combining advanced aerodynamics with innovative design, Natilus aircraft achieve exceptional fuel efficiency, increased payload capacity, and seamless compatibility with existing airport infrastructure. With hundreds of aircraft valued in the billions of dollars already on order, we are redefining how aircraft are designed, built, and operated, representing a meaningful evolution in modern aviation Work Summary: Natilus is seeking an Aerodynamics & Performance Engineer to join our team in San Diego, CA. In this role, you will conduct CFD analysis and support low- and high-speed wind tunnel testing. You will help lead aerodynamic optimization, vehicle design decisions, and performance prediction across the Natilus family of aircraft. Main Responsibilities: • Set up and perform component and vehicle level CFD analyses., • Author and release analysis reports., • Planning, support, and execution of wind tunnel tests., • Planning and support of aerodynamic design optimization studies., • Perform comparative analyses of predicted aerodynamics with experimental and/or flight test data., • Lead method and tool development and enhancement activities., • Manage large, complex project initiatives of substantial importance to the organization with minimal oversight or direction., • Strong understanding of Applied Aerodynamics theory is required., • A minimum of 7 years of directly related work experience, • Bachelor of Science in Aerospace or Mechanical engineering or equivalent work experience, • Experience performing aerodynamic analysis using CFD methods, • Proficiency with CFD tools (e.g., Fun3D, STAR-CCM+, ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM, or similar), • Experience with low-speed and/or high-speed wind tunnel testing, including test planning and data reduction, • Understanding of aerodynamic theory, including subsonic and transonic flows, • Experience with aerodynamic optimization and design trade studies, • Ability to support vehicle performance prediction and design decision-making, • Familiarity with aircraft or vehicle configuration development and integration, • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills, • Understanding of Part 23 requirements Core Behaviors: • Build trust through ownership, transparency, and follow-through, • Communicates clearly, directly, and respectfully across teams, • Lead by example and model expected behaviors, • Ability to give and receive direct, constructive feedback, • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with evolving priorities Travel Requirements: Occasional travel and on-site work at the local hangar may be required Benefits Health Care Plan (Medica, Dental, Vision) Retirement Plan – 401k Unlimited PTO Onsite Gym Access Natilus Inc. hires solely based on qualifications, merit and competence. Natilus Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Natilus Inc. does not hire on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Please note: Recruiters will never ask for sensitive personal or financial information during the application phase

Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION: The Software Integration & Operations (SIO) group turns frontier autonomy into mission-ready aircraft. We own the commit-to-flight pipeline—deterministic simulation at cluster scale, HIL/VIL integration, CI/CD, automated testing, and release engineering. Our goal is simple: make AI fly—safely, repeatably, and fast. As a Senior Modeling & Simulation Engineer, you will be dedicated to Shield AI’s next-generation aircraft program, advancing our infrastructure to enable a streamlined simulation test pipeline. You’ll design, build, and scale the models and infrastructure needed to use Shield’s simulation platform for qualified software validation efforts. Your simulation infrastructure will enable developers to test faster, system engineers to evaluate performance earlier, and release engineers to ship with confidence. What You'll Do • Build and scale simulation frameworks for integrated testing of autonomy, GNC, and embedded systems in C++., • Design deterministic, high-performance simulation tools capable of faster-than-real-time execution for development, testing, and release., • Implement scenario simulation tooling and formal test infrastructure., • Collaborate across autonomy, embedded, GNC, and test engineering to ensure the simulation mirrors real aircraft behavior and mission scenarios., • Profile, optimize, and validate C++ codebases for performance, determinism, and fidelity., • Perform verification & validation (V&V) analysis activities on model tools., • Contribute to architecture decisions that define the next generation of aircraft simulation tools within Shield AI., • Mentor engineers and guide best practices in C++, simulation architecture, and performance engineering. Required Qualifications, • BS or MS in Computer Science, Aerospace, Robotics, or related field., • 5+ years of experience in software development, with emphasis on modern C++ (C++17 or later) and performance optimization., • Proven experience developing or integrating simulation systems for robotics, aerospace, or autonomous systems., • Strong grasp of real-time and deterministic software design, including multi-threading, synchronization, and memory management., • Understanding of rigid-body dynamics, kinematics, and basic flight and sensor mechanics., • Familiarity with sensor and actuator modeling and integrating avionics or autonomy software within simulation., • Working knowledge of Python for data analysis, test automation, or simulation orchestration., • Ability to debug complex build and runtime environments (CMake, CPM, dependency management, logging, profiling tools)., • Strong collaboration and communication skills across software, hardware, and systems disciplines. #LI-SM1 We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description: This senior staff engineer for mission systems will serve as a senior technical leader responsible for the end-to-end engineering of mission systems on advanced next-gen unmanned aircraft, including payloads, communications, avionics, weapons, and associated support systems. This individual will shape the technical direction of programs, ensuring that the aircraft deliver decisive mission capabilities through robust, integrated, and certifiable system designs. In this role, the engineer will drive mission system architectures, lead requirement development and allocation, and oversee system integration from concept through flight test and fielding. They will ensure that payloads, avionics, and weapons are seamlessly integrated into the aircraft while meeting mission performance, safety, airworthiness, and compliance objectives.What You'll Do: • Lead system architecture and requirements development and integration for payloads, avionics, and weapons integration, • Serve as a technical subject matter expert for mission systems engineering across the aircraft program, • Drive trade studies and system-of-systems analysis to balance performance, cost, and schedule, • Oversee integration and test campaigns, from bench-level hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) to flight test, • Ensure compliance with MIL-HDBK-516C, DO-178C, DO-254, and related standards, • Collaborate with program management to de-risk architectures and ensure technical maturity gates are met, • Interface with customers, partners, and suppliers to align system requirements and certificationsRequired Qualifications:, • 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 clearancePreferred Qualifications:, • 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 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:We are looking for an experienced state estimation engineer to design, develop, and support the deployment of safety-critical navigation solutions for aerospace platforms. This role requires deep expertise in state estimation theory, extensive practical experience implementing ownship navigation systems in the aerospace domain, and strong software development skills for production-quality navigation code. The engineer will design and implement a unified navigation architecture that supports traditional GNSS/IMU fusion while being extensible to all-source navigation strategies incorporating diverse sensing modalities for GPS-degraded and denied environments.What you'll do:Navigation System Architecture & Design: • Establish navigation performance requirements and error budgets for safety-critical applications, • Support decomposition of navigation requirements into allocations for sensors, estimation algorithms, and software components, • Design detailed software architecture for state estimation implementations, including module interfaces and data flow Algorithm Development & Implementation:, • Design and implement Extended Kalman Filter algorithms for navigation applications, with broad understanding of state estimation theory and alternative filtering approaches, • Implement tightly-coupled and loosely-coupled GNSS/INS integration algorithms, • Integrate diverse sensing modalities (vision, RF, celestial etc.) into multi-sensor fusion framework for GPS-degraded environments, • Develop fault detection, isolation, and recovery (FDIR) strategies for navigation systems, • Implement integrity monitoring and protection level calculations for safety-critical operations Certification & Verification:, • Develop verification and validation test plans for navigation algorithms, • onduct performance analysis including Monte Carlo simulation, covariance analysis, and flight test data evaluation, • Document navigation system design, requirements allocation, and compliance evidence, • Support safety assessment activities including failure modes and effects analysis Technical Leadership:, • Provide technical guidance on navigation architecture and state estimation approaches, • Support trade studies evaluating navigation sensor suites and fusion strategies, • Mentor junior engineers on state estimation theory and implementation Required qualifications:, • Demonstrated experience implementing GNSS/INS integration solutions, • Experience with safety-critical system development and certification processes, • Deep understanding of state estimation theory, • Experience implementing multi-sensor fusion algorithms in production systems, • Strong background in inertial navigation, GNSS positioning, and sensor error modeling, • Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python/MATLAB for algorithm development and analysis, • Understanding of integrity monitoring, protection levels, and safety assessment methods, • Experience with requirements management and verification/validation processes for certifiable systems, • Understanding of GPS/GNSS signal structure, error sources, and performance characteristics, • Knowledge of IMU error models, calibration, and Allan variance analysis, • Familiarity with alternative navigation sensors (camera, RF ranging, celestial, etc.), • Understanding of navigation performance metrics (accuracy, integrity, continuity, availability)Preferred qualifications:, • PhD in relevant field with focus on state estimation or navigation, • Direct involvement in certified navigation system development from requirements through flight test, • Experience with specialized navigation approaches (vision-aided navigation, terrain-referenced navigation, celestial navigation, etc.), • Publications or patents in navigation or state estimation, • Experience with GPS/GNSS jamming and spoofing mitigation techniques 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description: As a Staff Loads Engineer, you will lead the generation and analysis of structural and aerodynamic load cases that define the mechanical environment for the next-gen air vehicle. You’ll play a key role in shaping how loads flow through the aircraft structure—supporting structural sizing, airworthiness, aeroelastic stability, and flight performance. This is a highly cross-functional role requiring deep technical knowledge of aeroelastic theory, loads derivation, and flight vehicle behavior. You’ll collaborate closely with structural design, aero, GNC, and test engineering teams to ensure load paths are accurate, traceable, and validated through test or simulation.What you'll do: • Own the development of aerodynamic and structural load envelopes for the full vehicle, from clean-sheet through flight test, • Lead maneuver, gust, landing, and ground loads analyses, including both quasi-static and dynamic cases, • Coordinate closely with GNC, aero, and structural teams to define load cases tied to mission profiles and flight control behaviors, • Develop and validate loads models using tools like NASTRAN, FEMAP, MATLAB, or custom Python/Simulink scripts, • Support the sizing and analysis of critical structural components through detailed load maps and V-n diagrams, • Conduct aeroelastic stability assessments, including divergence and control reversal checks, • Lead traceability of loads inputs/outputs across ICDs, FEA models, and design justification documents, • Interface with test engineering to support strain gauge placement, instrumentation plans, and correlation of in-flight data, • Author and present loads documentation for reviews, compliance, and technical buy-in, • Support the long-term refinement of loads methodologies and automation across the aerostructures teamRequired qualifications:, • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, • 8+ years experience performing loads and aeroelastic analysis for aircraft (manned or unmanned), • Proficiency with loads modeling tools such as FEMAP, NASTRAN, MATLAB, or other relevant simulation environments, • Strong understanding of aircraft flight envelopes, control surface effects, and structural load paths, • Demonstrated experience supporting both design and test phases with accurate load predictions, • Excellent documentation, cross-functional collaboration, and communication skillsPreferred qualifications:, • Experience on UAV, eVTOL, or tactical military platforms, • Familiarity with MIL-A-8860, FAR Part 23/25 loads regulations, or similar certification standards, • Knowledge of aeroelastic stability, load alleviation, and adaptive control, • Experience developing internal tools or automation for loads generation and reporting 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job Description Who we are: Fuse builds innovative communications, networking, and computing solutions that improve the sharing of information, video, text, and voice among operators distributed throughout the airborne, maritime, and ground environments. We are a technology firm creating in-house software, network and hardware solutions that support our noble cause of advancing warfighter capabilities with elegant, user-focused communications, networks, and software systems. About this role: Do you thrive in innovative, design-driven environments with a high level of both accountability and trust? Are you passionate about delivering elegant software and hardware solutions with the right amount of engineering rigor? Are you seeking a technical role where you can take initiative? If so – we want to hear from you! Fuse is looking for a Principal Systems Engineer to work on dynamic technical programs and help drive forward innovative approaches that expand and enhance existing systems and prototypes with a focus on software aspects and integration with hardware. This individual is likely to serve as the Chief Engineer (CHENG) on one of our upcoming programs. Apply your dynamic and detail-oriented mindset to our development cycle that combines software, network, and hardware components. This role will support the agile development of innovative communications, networking, and computing solutions for U.S. defense agencies that improve the sharing of information among warfighters distributed throughout airborne, maritime, and ground environments. Warfighter-focused design and development is at the heart of Fuse processes. Throughout Fuse development our experienced team applies the best practices of commercial design-think, coupled to the DoD systems engineering framework. The coupling of commercially proven design with rigorous systems engineering gives Fuse an ability to rapidly design, develop and field solutions well inside of typical military design cycles. With an Agile approach to development (for both software and hardware) Fuse rapidly innovates, putting creative concepts into action, and refining those concepts through hands on test, user evaluation, and iteration. Requirements What you’ll do: • Provide technical leadership to multidisciplinary teams in the architecture, design, development, fielding, and support of dynamic tactical communication systems, • Lead integration between hardware, software, and network systems, • Interface with customers, development team, and program managers to establish program requirements, system design and architecture, and deliverables to meet cost, schedule, and budgets, • Derive and manage systems and subsystem requirements and specifications from customer/program requirements, • Conduct research and analysis of technical documentation to define and document system architecture and connections, • Act as the decision authority between the System Architect and entire engineering team and be responsible for developing the overall technical solution for the system, • Expected to influence design, development, test and verification, • Leverage industry experts to find solutions to complex problems, • Create, review, and update technical documentation such as system diagrams, interface control documents, design description documents, • Conduct and support test planning and execution, including flight test and demonstration, • Analyze test data, develop test reports, technology briefs and presentations to internal and external stakeholders, • Participate in demonstration planning with customers and overarching experiment managers, • Some travel will be required for hardware installation and/or test support We are looking for: • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Scientific or related Technical Field from an accredited college with 12+ years of related experience, • Experience with engineering design and development, as well as testing and deployment of complex systems, • Experience leading IPTs, with a broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines and technologies (Mechanical, Software (full-stack, embedded, APIs, etc.), RF, Networking (virtual routing, IPv4, subnetting, etc.), and Cybersecurity)., • Ability to perform analyses and trade studies to aid in the selection of system components, • Experience creating detailed system level interconnect block diagrams utilizing supplier data sheets, • Experience creating/designing cabling and wire harnesses for prototyping and production level activities, • Demonstrated leadership skills (soft skills, strategic thinking, business acumen, supervisory experience, building teams, building customer relationships), • Proven execution of a full-scale program through excellent risk assessment, outstanding leadership, and strong decision making through analysis, • Strong planning and organizational skills, • Experience with customer/stakeholder communication, management, relationship building, and customer satisfaction, • Proficient analyzing customer needs, developing epics, user stories, and technical tasks to achieve various Agile objectives and iterative development schedules, • Deep analytical and problem-solving abilities. Reviews and judges the suitability of capability solutions and the planned approach, • Working knowledge of EVMS systems and project management tools in the context of AGILE process, • Active U.S. Secret Clearance Nice to have: • Experience in agile, professional software development environments utilizing revision control, test driven development and continuous integration, • Understanding of RF principles and link budget simulation, data analysis and data collection, • Knowledge of Navy Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) or other relevant systems, • Experience with network technology and protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, TCP/IP, DHCP), • Experience with controlled cryptographic items/devices, • Experience with military and/or commercial SATCOM system integration and design, • Experience with multiple tactical data links and mesh waveforms (Link-16, TTNT, Wave Relay, Silvus, etc.), • Experience with MIL-STDs and environmental testing, • Knowledge of open, standards-based architectures, interfaces, • Experience with requirement management software (Doors, JAMA, etc.), • Experience with Systems Modeling Language (SysML) and/or MagicDraw, Cameo Systems Modeler, • Experience with DoD Security Technical Implementation Guidelines Please respond with resume, and in addition to your resume - a Cover Letter will go a long way. More about Fuse: Founded in 2010, Fuse is a veteran-owned, rapidly growing small business. Our San Diego-based company has earned recognition as an emerging leader in airborne, maritime, and ground networking. Placing the warfighter at the center of every design process, Fuse delivers intuitive, agile, and resilient products that go beyond national security requirements—providing lasting utility and game-changing results. We take pride in our brilliant and talented team as well as our dynamic environment and collaborative, creative, environment. We build cutting-edge hardware and software products that solve complex national security challenges for our warfighters at the tactical edge. Salary Range: $165,000 - $220,000 Benefits • Medical, Dental, and Vision, • Employee coverage is fully funded; a portion of dependents' coverage is funded as well, • 11 paid Federal Holidays, • Paid Time Off (PTO), • Date of hire through second year: 10 days/year (accrued), • After two years: unlimited, • 40 hours of paid sick leave per year, • 401k with employer matching, • Annual bonuses, • Cell phone reimbursement: $100/month

Job Description Natilus is building the next generation of aviation through the development of blended-wing-body aircraft, delivering a step-change in overall efficiency. Our growing family of aircraft is designed to make air travel more sustainable while fundamentally improving the economics of commercial flight and the operational effectiveness of defense logistics. By combining advanced aerodynamics with innovative design, Natilus aircraft achieve exceptional fuel efficiency, increased payload capacity, and seamless compatibility with existing airport infrastructure. With hundreds of aircraft valued in the billions of dollars already on order, we are redefining how aircraft are designed, built, and operated, representing a meaningful evolution in modern aviation Work Summary: Natilus is seeking an Avionics and Electrical Engineer to join our team in San Diego, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and integrating aircraft avionics and electrical systems, including electrical architecture development, power distribution design, grounding network design, and system-level integration. Main Responsibilities: • Develop, design, and integrate aircraft level electrical and avionics systems, • Analyze and manage total aircraft electrical loads and distribution networks, • Design robust and redundant power distribution systems, • Perform system level trade studies and interface with suppliers to develop the aircraft avionics system, • Work across teams to manage the integration of the electrical and avionics systems, • A minimum of 7 years of directly related work experience, • Bachelor of Science in Aerospace or Mechanical engineering or equivalent work experience, • Fundamental knowledge of aircraft electrical subsystems & associated requirements, • Experience with electrical system architecture and analysis, • Strong understanding of aircraft grounding, • Experience with composite airframe electrical system development, • Proficiency in NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks, • Experience planning and executing various system tests, • Electrical harness design, build and installation, • Capable of working with teammates to determine electrical load & wiring requirements for aircraft components, • Experience establishing requirements, developing schematic drawings, creating a bill of materials and designing electrical power systems, • Executing and leading systems tests and checkouts, • Desire to work in a manufacturing environment working with techs and a multidisciplinary engineering team, • Understanding of Part 23 requirements Core Behaviors: • Build trust through ownership, transparency, and follow-through, • Communicates clearly, directly, and respectfully across teams, • Lead by example and model expected behaviors, • Ability to give and receive direct, constructive feedback, • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with evolving priorities Travel Requirements: Occasional travel and on-site work at the local hangar may be required Benefits Health Care Plan (Medica, Dental, Vision) Retirement Plan – 401k Unlimited PTO Onsite Gym Access Natilus Inc. hires solely based on qualifications, merit and competence. Natilus Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Natilus Inc. does not hire on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Please note: Recruiters will never ask for sensitive personal or financial information during the application phase

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description: This position will serve as a technical leader responsible for the end-to-end mission processing and data storage capability and the integration of mission critical subsystems on an advanced next-gen unmanned aircraft, including payloads, communications, avionics, weapons, and associated support systems. This individual will shape the technical direction of programs, ensuring that the aircraft deliver decisive mission capabilities through robust, integrated, and certifiable system designs. In this role, the engineer will drive mission system architectures, lead requirement development and allocation, and oversee system integration from concept through flight test and fielding. They will ensure that mission processing, avionics, payloads, avionics, and weapons are seamlessly integrated into the aircraft while meeting mission performance, safety, airworthiness, and compliance objectives.What You'll Do: • Lead system architecture and requirements development and integration for communications, payloads, avionics, and weapons integration, • Serve as a technical subject matter expert for mission processing and architectures across the aircraft program, • Write system specifications for acquiring hardware and software from vendors for mission processing and storage subsystems., • Drive trade studies and system-of-systems analysis to balance performance, cost, and schedule, • Oversee integration and test campaigns, from bench-level hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) to flight test, • Ensure compliance with MIL-HDBK-516C, DO-178C, DO-254, and related standards, • Collaborate with program management to de-risk architectures and ensure technical maturity gates are met, • Interface with customers, partners, and suppliers to align system requirements and certificationsRequired Qualifications:, • 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 clearancePreferred Qualifications:, • 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 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionSalary: Luna Health created Sleep-Only Automation automated insulin delivery that works while you sleep and disappears when you wake. We're a venture-backed medical device startup that makes the worlds smallest insulin patch pump, solving the biggest problem in all of diabetes - nighttime glucose control for Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes insulin users who manage their days well and have made a considered choice to stay on pens. They don't need saving. They need protection while they sleep. Our founders have lived this problem as people with diabetes and as parents of children with diabetes and built some of the most recognized products in the space. Now we are building the answer to a question the industry left unanswered: what do pen users need at night that no one has built yet. Sleep-Only Automation is it. Nights Protected. Days Yours. The Role We are hiring a Senior Quality Engineer to coordinate, document, and continuously improve Lunas Quality Management System (QMS) and to ensure commitments tied to regulatory and quality requirements are met. You will provide hands-on quality systems leadership across design controls, change control, CAPA, complaints, nonconformances, training, suppliers, and internal audits. This is an in-office role in San Diego and will report to the Vice President, RA/QA/CA. Responsibilities Quality system and continuous improvement • Coordinate and maintain the QMS processes and documentation to ensure they are complete, current, and usable by cross-functional teams., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen compliance, effectiveness, and scalability of the QMS., • Monitor company-wide quality objectives and ensure follow-through across functions. Design controls and product development support • Lead the design control program to ensure the design control process is complete, compliant, and well-documented., • Partner with R&D, clinical, and operations to ensure quality requirements are met in an efficient, compliant, and scalable manner., • Ensure appropriate risk management, traceability, and documentation practices are followed for design changes and design outputs., • Establish and maintain production traceability standards that are right-sized with planned scalability. Change control and cross-functional quality partnership • Represent Quality within the change control system. Review and approve changes as appropriate, ensuring impacts to risk, validation, labeling, suppliers, and regulatory commitments are evaluated., • Support and improve training processes, including identifying changes to curricula and standards that affect QMS requirements. CAPA, nonconformances, complaints, and supplier quality • Lead and/or support CAPA activities, including problem definition, root cause analysis, effectiveness checks, and documentation quality., • Support nonconforming material reports (NMR) and complaint handling processes, ensuring timely investigation and appropriate escalation., • Support supplier assessment activities, including qualification, monitoring, and issue resolution in collaboration with operations and procurement., • Define and support incoming inspection processes, calibration, and preventative maintenance activities. Audits and inspection readiness • Lead and manage the internal audit program, including audit planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up actions., • Support external audits and inspections by ensuring audit readiness and objective evidence availability. What you bring • Bachelors degree in a technical discipline or equivalent practical experience., • 45 years of experience in a quality role within a medical device manufacturing environment., • 3+ years of quality system auditing experience, including planning and executing audits., • Demonstrated expertise in documented quality systems and strong comprehension of QMS concepts and process-based quality., • Strong command of ISO quality systems and harmonized standards relevant to medical devices., • Strong interpersonal skills. Able to influence across functions and communicate clearly at all levels., • Practical, hands-on execution style. Comfortable doing the work and driving others to closure. Nice to have • Experience supporting design controls for software-enabled or connected medical devices., • Experience with supplier quality in early-stage, rapidly scaling manufacturing environments., • Experience supporting FDA inspections and responding to audit findings., • Experience within the diabetes clinical space, • MDR and CE marking What to expect The first step is to apply for this job on our website. Next, we will schedule a virtual interview with the hiring manager to introduce you to the company and the role. Finally, we will invite you on-site to discuss your experience and meet the team. We are in a hurry to find the right person, not in a hurry to hire, so we will take time getting to know you and making sure that you will be an excellent fit for the work that we are doing. Equal opportunity employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Physical demands The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. • Sit for extended periods of time at a keyboard and mouse, • Lift and move up to 25 lbs, • Work in a second-story office up a flight of stairs, • Hearing and speaking will be required regularly, • Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus To all staffing and recruiting agencies This posting is only for individuals seeking a job at Luna Health. Only authorized staffing and recruiting agencies may use this site or submit profiles, applications, or resumes on specific requisitions. Luna Health does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to Luna Health. Luna Health is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes or applications.

Job Description Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Aerospace Electrical Engineer with extensive expertise in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) to lead and innovate within our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in guidance systems, servo control, rugged design, design assurance, verification testing, and quality control, coupled with proven leadership and mentoring skills. This role demands hands-on technical proficiency and the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams in delivering high-performance electrical systems for aerospace applications. Key Responsibilities • System Design and Innovation: Lead the design and development of advanced electrical systems for UAVs, including guidance systems, servo control mechanisms, and power management solutions, ensuring alignment with mission-critical requirements., • Rugged Design: Oversee the development of durable electrical components and systems engineered to withstand harsh environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures, vibrations, and electromagnetic interference., • Guidance Systems: Direct the integration of sophisticated guidance and navigation systems, incorporating sensors, GPS, and inertial navigation units, to achieve precise and reliable UAV performance., • Servo Control: Spearhead the design and optimization of servo control systems for precise actuation and stabilization of UAV components, such as control surfaces, gimbals, and payloads., • Design Assurance: Establish and enforce design assurance processes to ensure compliance with aerospace standards (e.g., DO-160, DO-254, MIL-STD), driving reliability and safety in all designs., • Verification Testing: Develop and lead comprehensive verification and validation testing strategies, overseeing test execution to confirm system performance, durability, and compliance under simulated and operational conditions., • Quality Leadership: Collaborate with quality assurance teams to define and uphold rigorous quality standards, leading root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions to maintain product excellence., • Hands-On Expertise: Actively participate in prototyping, troubleshooting, and system integration, leveraging hands-on skills to resolve complex technical challenges and validate designs., • Team Leadership and Mentorship: Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical growth and collaboration while leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and objectives., • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree strongly preferred., • Experience:, • Minimum of 8 years of experience in aerospace electrical engineering, with at least 5 years focused on UAV systems., • Demonstrated expertise in guidance systems, servo control, ruggedized design, and verification testing., • Proven leadership experience, including managing teams and mentoring engineers., • Technical Skills:, • Advanced proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence) for circuit design and PCB layout., • Expertise in embedded systems, microcontrollers, and real-time operating systems., • In-depth knowledge of aerospace standards (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254, MIL-STD-810)., • Proficiency with test equipment, including oscilloscopes, signal analyzers, and environmental test chambers., • Leadership Skills:, • Strong ability to lead and inspire technical teams, manage projects, and drive innovation., • Excellent communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders and present complex technical information clearly., • Proven mentoring skills to develop junior engineers and foster a culture of excellence., • Soft Skills:, • Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on quality and precision., • Extensive experience with UAV flight control systems, autopilot integration, and sensor fusion., • Familiarity with FAA and international certification processes for UAVs., • Background in designing fault-tolerant and redundant systems for high-reliability aerospace applications.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:Shield AI is seeking an exceptional Electrical Engineer to join the team in building our next-generation autonomous aircraft. Joining now places you at the earliest stages of development, tackling open-ended design challenges that will shape the future of autonomous flight. You will collaborate closely with other Electrical Engineers, Mechanical, Thermal, CAD, Hardware Test, Reliability, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams. This is an opportunity to shape our team processes and own critical aspects of our hardware development.What you'll do: • Own full product and circuit design for flight critical subsystems. This includes analog, digital, high-speed, power, compute, sensors, FPGA, and other functional blocks as needed, • Design for high reliability in challenging environments. Including temperature, altitude, radiation, and vibration, • Full-cycle hardware development: Own the entire flow — concept, modeling, worst case analysis, schematic capture, simulation, prototyping, design reiteration for improving design maturity, testing and validation, • PCB ownership: Drive PCB layout and design with ECAD engineers, optimizing for power density, EMI, thermal, and manufacturability, • Design for Safety, Manufacturability and Reliability: Design robust systems keeping in mind best practices for safety, manufacturing and reliability, • Board Bring Up and Testing: Execute board bring up, verification, validation and HALT testing to meet rigorous aerospace reliability standards, • Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with Mechanical, CAD, Embedded, Software, Production and various aircraft teams throughout the product lifecycle, • Design review leadership: Lead and contribute to cross-functional reviews ensuring robust, high-integrity engineering decisions, • Program execution: Manage project timelines, deliverables, and technical milestones to drive on-time, high-quality outcomes, • Mentor and lead other engineers supporting your projectRequired qualifications:, • You have a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, • You have 5+ years of experience as an Electrical Engineer, • You are experienced with: circuit design, schematic capture, component selection, circuit testing, circuit debugging, and system integration, • You have a demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job Description Mount Indie is looking for a Chief Systems Engineer to work on dynamic technical programs and help drive forward innovative approaches that expand and enhance existing systems and prototypes with a focus on software aspects and integration with hardware. This individual is likely to serve as the Chief Engineer (CHENG) on one of our upcoming programs. Apply your dynamic and detail-oriented mindset to our development cycle that combines software, network, and hardware components. This role will support the agile development of innovative communications, networking, and computing solutions for U.S. defense agencies that improve the sharing of information among warfighters distributed throughout airborne, maritime, and ground environments. What you’ll do: • Provide technical leadership to multidisciplinary teams in the architecture, design, development, fielding, and support of dynamic tactical communication systems, • Lead integration between hardware, software, and network systems, • Interface with customers, development team, and program managers to establish program requirements, system design and architecture, and deliverables to meet cost, schedule, and budgets, • Derive and manage systems and subsystem requirements and specifications from customer/program requirements, • Conduct research and analysis of technical documentation to define and document system architecture and connections, • Act as the decision authority between the System Architect and entire engineering team and be responsible for developing the overall technical solution for the system, • Expected to influence design, development, test and verification, • Leverage industry experts to find solutions to complex problems, • Create, review, and update technical documentation such as system diagrams, interface control documents, design description documents, • Conduct and support test planning and execution, including flight test and demonstration, • Analyze test data, develop test reports, technology briefs and presentations to internal and external stakeholders, • Participate in demonstration planning with customers and overarching experiment managers, • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Scientific or related Technical Field from an accredited college with 12+ years of related experience, • Experience with engineering design and development, as well as testing and deployment of complex systems, • Experience leading IPTs, with a broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines and technologies (Mechanical, Software (full-stack, embedded, APIs, etc.), RF, Networking (virtual routing, IPv4, subnetting, etc.), and Cybersecurity)., • Ability to perform analyses and trade studies to aid in the selection of system components, • Experience creating detailed system level interconnect block diagrams utilizing supplier data sheets, • Experience creating/designing cabling and wire harnesses for prototyping and production level activities, • Demonstrated leadership skills (soft skills, strategic thinking, business acumen, supervisory experience, building teams, building customer relationships), • Proven execution of a full-scale program through excellent risk assessment, outstanding leadership, and strong decision making through analysis, • Strong planning and organizational skills, • Experience with customer/stakeholder communication, management, relationship building, and customer satisfaction, • Proficient analyzing customer needs, developing epics, user stories, and technical tasks to achieve various Agile objectives and iterative development schedules, • Deep analytical and problem-solving abilities. Reviews and judges the suitability of capability solutions and the planned approach, • Working knowledge of EVMS systems and project management tools in the context of AGILE process, • Experience in agile, professional software development environments utilizing revision control, test driven development and continuous integration, • Understanding of RF principles and link budget simulation, data analysis and data collection, • Knowledge of Navy Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) or other relevant systems, • Experience with network technology and protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, TCP/IP, DHCP), • Experience with controlled cryptographic items/devices, • Experience with military and/or commercial SATCOM system integration and design, • Experience with multiple tactical data links and mesh waveforms (Link-16, TTNT, Wave Relay, Silvus, etc.), • Experience with MIL-STDs and environmental testing, • Knowledge of open, standards-based architectures, interfaces, • Experience with requirement management software (Doors, JAMA, etc.), • Experience with Systems Modeling Language (SysML) and/or MagicDraw, Cameo Systems Modeler, • Experience with DoD Security Technical Implementation Guidelines

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Shield AI has been redefining autonomous aviation with cutting-edge AI and GPS/RF-denied navigation technologies for the past few years. We’re looking for a software engineer, well versed in development and testing, to help continue building V-BAT's test operations, specifically automation capabilities and tools used to test software components ranging from autonomy, embedded systems, ground control applications, and more – you will gather requirements and write software to automate them. This is an opportunity to build and solve problems defense primes are unwilling to. You’ll be supported by world-class engineers, but you’re expected to learn on the job and deliver weekly – you’ll need to be hungry and motivated to grow!WHAT YOU'LL DO: • Work directly with our GNC and Embedded teams daily to build software that leverages simulation, avionics, and/or custom hardware to automate testing, • Define test cases to verify and validate embedded or GNC software at a system level, automating them to run continuously, • Implement software interfaces and drivers to orchestrate simulation environments, hardware devices, and test equipment – enabling real-world behaviors, failure injection, and hardware manipulation for various test scenarios, • Quickly prototype solutions using software & hardware to unblock testing, harden your prototype into scalable products for continuous release testing, • Support release test planning and execution leading up to flight test events and major product milestones REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:, • 2+ years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree (CE, CS, EE); or some industry experience (intern, startup, self-projects) with a Master’s or PhD degree, • Strong C++ or Python skills, basic proficiency in the other, • Familiarity with common version control (git) and build/packaging systems (CMake, Poetry, etc), • Passion for growth, fast-paced environments, and holding self to a high standard of excellence PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, • 5+ years of related experience building automated test solutions, • Experience building automated test solutions for aircraft of autonomous vehicles 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:Shield AI is seeking a Senior Staff Structural Design Engineer to lead the development of structural systems for our next-generation autonomous aircraft. As a technical leader within the Mechanical Engineering organization, you will drive architecture, design strategy, and execution for high-performance primary and secondary aircraft structures. You will operate with broad ownership across structural subsystems, influencing technical direction, integration strategy, and validation planning. This role is ideal for an experienced aerospace engineer who combines deep structural expertise with strong cross-functional leadership in fast-moving, mission-driven environments.What you'll do: • Lead the design and development of major structural subsystems across Shield AI’s next-generation UAV platform, including primary load-bearing structures., • Drive structural architecture decisions, load path definition, and layout strategy in partnership with systems, aero, propulsion, and manufacturing teams., • Own the structural design lifecycle from clean-sheet concept through production release, ensuring quality, traceability, and configuration control., • Perform and guide linear and nonlinear structural analysis, fatigue assessments, margin analysis, and design optimization under operational and edge-case loads., • Establish material strategies for composite and metallic structures aligned to performance, manufacturability, cost, and mission durability requirements., • Lead structural validation strategy including test planning, correlation, and design iteration across coupon, subcomponent, and system-level testing., • Facilitate and drive design reviews, risk assessments, and technical decision-making forums related to structural systems., • Partner closely with manufacturing, supply chain, and flight test to ensure seamless transition from engineering development to production and deployment., • Mentor engineers across levels and raise the overall technical bar through design reviews and analysis rigor., • Identify and implement improvements in structural design processes, analysis workflows, and configuration management practices to increase velocity and quality.Required qualifications:, • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline., • 9–10+ years of experience in aircraft structural design with ownership of major components or subsystems through development, test, and/or production., • Deep expertise in composite and metallic aircraft structures, including material behavior, joints, load paths, and environmental effects., • Strong proficiency in CAD tools (NX preferred) and FEA tools (ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN, or similar)., • Experience conducting advanced stress analysis, fatigue assessment, and structural optimization., • Strong command of GD&T, tolerance stackups, DFMA, and structural layout best practices., • Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional engineering efforts and influencing technical direction., • Clear, concise technical communication and ability to operate with high autonomy and ownership.Preferred qualifications:, • M.S. degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering., • Experience on Group 3–5 UAV, DoD aircraft, or high-performance aerospace vehicle programs., • Working knowledge of aerospace standards (MIL-STD, ASME Y14.5, FAA FARS) and certification pathways., • Experience in vehicle integration, manufacturing liaison, and production support., • Familiarity with model-based engineering, digital twin development, or advanced configuration management tools. 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION:The Software Integration & Operations (SIO) group turns frontier autonomy into mission-ready aircraft. We own the commit-to-flight pipeline—deterministic aircraft and mission simulation, HIL/VIL integration, CI/CD, automated flight qualification testing, and release engineering. Our goal is simple: make AI fly—safely, repeatably, and fast. As a Modeling & Simulation Engineer, you will be responsible for improving and adding to our sensor and communications model suite so that our operator training and internal engineering pipelines have a seamless translation from sim to real results. What You'll Do • Develop and enhance radar sensor models for use in simulation and evaluation of aeronautical vehicles., • Translate theoretical models into efficient, reliable C++ implementations with a focus on numerical accuracy and performance., • Validate models against real-world data and authoritative references, including field test data and calibration procedures., • Collaborate with simulation and training application teams to ensure models integrate cleanly into operator-facing tools., • Design automated validation and regression testing strategies for mathematical models to ensure fidelity across releases., • Prototype and evaluate new modeling techniques (reduced-order models, uncertainty quantification, machine learning–based surrogates) to push the state of the art., • Document assumptions, equations, and validation results so that both engineers and operators can trust model outputs. Required Qualifications, • BS or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Applied Math, Physics, or related field with 5+ years of aerospace modeling experience., • C++ foundation with experience implementing numerical methods., • Demonstrated experience with aerospace models such as: Radar sensors, Radio communications systems, • Experience validating simulations against real-world or experimental data., • 1+ years of experience working on pilot/operator training systems., • Experience with Eigen or SciPy for model prototyping and validation., • Familiarity with state estimation sensor models (GPS, IMU, Gyro, etc) for simulation environments., • Demonstrated experience with payload sensor models including: Laser senros, IR and optical cameras, • Knowledge of uncertainty quantification and statistical analysis methods., • Experience with parallelization or GPU acceleration for compute-heavy models., • Strong problem-solving mindset with a collaborative and detail-oriented approach., • Familiarity with Python for test automation and data analysis pipelines.

Job Description Natilus is building the next generation of aviation through the development of blended-wing-body aircraft, delivering a step-change in overall efficiency. Our growing family of aircraft is designed to make air travel more sustainable while fundamentally improving the economics of commercial flight and the operational effectiveness of defense logistics. By combining advanced aerodynamics with innovative design, Natilus aircraft achieve exceptional fuel efficiency, increased payload capacity, and seamless compatibility with existing airport infrastructure. With hundreds of aircraft valued in the billions of dollars already on order, we are redefining how aircraft are designed, built, and operated, representing a meaningful evolution in modern aviation Work Summary: Natilus is seeking a Aircraft Structures Engineer to join our team in San Diego, CA. In this role, you will be focused on the detailed design, analysis, and structural optimization of composite and metallic airframe components. You will take ownership of a variety of parts from initial design through to first flight, working closely with the manufacturing and analysis teams. Main Responsibilities: • Apply technical knowledge to the aircraft structural design from concept through first flight, • Create and maintain CAD models and drawings of advanced aircraft components and assemblies, • Produce airframe structural layouts and configurations including joint layouts, preliminary structure sizing, interface controls, and assembly definitions, • Develop detailed designs of composite parts for manufacturing, • Coordinate and collaborate with members of the manufacturing and analysis teams, • Manage tolerance stackups, • Minimum of 5 years of experience as an airframe design engineer or in a closely related role, • Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience, • Strong foundational understanding of aircraft load paths and structural behavior, • Experience designing bolted and bonded joints, • Expert-level knowledge of composite structures, including detailed design and fabrication methods, • Proficiency with NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks, • Experience with rapid prototype aircraft structures from conceptual and preliminary design through build, • Experience with design-for-build manufacturing, determinate assembly, manufacturing planning, and tooling design, • Experience performing initial part and joint sizing using hand calculations or FEA, • Familiarity with FAA Part 23 and 25 requirements Desired Experience: • Kickoff through production program experience, • Rapid prototype program experience, • Hands-on build experience, • Structural testing experience Core Behaviors: • Build trust through ownership, transparency, and follow-through, • Communicates clearly, directly, and respectfully across teams, • Lead by example and model expected behaviors, • Ability to give and receive direct, constructive feedback, • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with evolving priorities Travel Requirements: Occasional travel and on-site work at the local hangar may be required Benefits Health Care Plan (Medica, Dental, Vision) Retirement Plan – 401k Unlimited PTO Onsite Gym Access Natilus Inc. hires solely based on qualifications, merit and competence. Natilus Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Natilus Inc. does not hire on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Please note: Recruiters will never ask for sensitive personal or financial information during the application phase

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description: Are you a passionate and innovative product design engineer looking to help develop state of the art AI and aircraft products? Are you eager to make a positive difference in the world? Do you want to work alongside mission driven and values focused teammates? Shield AI is just the place for you! As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for contributing to the mechanical design and development of Shield AI's autonomous UAV products. You will help architect new products, perform the detailed design of complex electro-mechanical assemblies, and will use best in class design and analysis tools. You will collaborate closely with internal and/or external partners to prototype, test and release products to production. You will also help ensure product features achieve performance, schedule and reliability goals. What you'll do: • Design complex electro-mechanical mechanisms for autonomous aircraft, • Own the full design process: concept, CAD, tolerance analysis, material selection, and drawing release, • Perform structural and kinematic calculations and preliminary FEA, • Prototype, test, and iterate mechanism designs for functionality and reliability, • Collaborate with electrical, avionics, flight controls, and propulsion teams, • Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering excellence, • Support pre-production builds, prototype integration, and ground/flight testingRequired qualifications:, • B.S. in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, • 8+ years in mechanical or mechanism design, • Strong CAD skills (NX preferred), • Kinematic analysis and optimization, • Structural analysis utilizing hand calculations and finite element methods, • FEA analysis: Modal, non-linear and linear, buckling, fatigue, • GD&T and tolerance stack-ups for mechanical systems, • Materials selection inclusive of alloys, heat treatments, allowables, and finishes, • Ability to work independently and lead in fast-paced, cross-functional teams, • A demonstrated record of working hard, being trustworthy, holding yourself to high standards, and being kind to othersPreferred qualifications:, • Experience with UAVs, aircraft, or robotic systems, • Familiarity with electro-mechanical actuators, • Proficiency in FMEA, DOE, and root cause analysis, • Hands-on machine shop or mechanic experience (professional or hobby), • RTCA DO-160, structural, or actuated mechanism testing experience 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description: Shield AI is seeking a Structural Design Engineer to play a critical role in the development of structural components for our next-generation autonomous aircraft. As a member of the Mechanical Engineering team, you will participate in the design and development of high-performance structural systems, from clean-sheet concepts to production-ready hardware. This is a multi level role where the level of responsibility is tailored to the candidate. You’ll work across disciplines to ensure structural integrity, manufacturability, and mission-readiness in one of the most advanced autonomous aircraft platforms being built today. This role is ideal for an experienced aerospace mechanical engineer who thrives in fast-paced, high-ownership environments and is passionate about building systems that matter. What you'll do: • Lead the design and development of structural components and assemblies for Shield AI’s next-gen UAV platform, with a focus on primary and secondary aircraft structures., • Own the structural design lifecycle including concept generation, CAD modeling, detail design, and drawing release, ensuring high quality and traceability., • Use FEA tools to perform and guide linear and nonlinear structural analysis, stress analysis, and margin assessment under operational loads and edge cases., • Work closely with aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, payload, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless system integration across airframe and subsystem interfaces., • Support and lead efforts in material selection, focusing on composites, aluminum alloys, and advanced manufacturing approaches suited to mission and environment., • Participate in and lead design reviews, architecture discussions, and technical decision-making forums related to structural systems., • Oversee the design and execution of structural validation testing, including coupon-level, subcomponent, and full-system testing., • Guide the development of design documentation, analysis reports, interface definitions, and verification plans in compliance with MIL-STD, FAA, and internal Shield AI standards., • Mentor junior engineers and review team members’ work for technical rigor, performance, and manufacturability., • Collaborate with the manufacturing and flight test teams to transition designs from engineering to production and field deployment., • Identify opportunities to improve design processes, configuration management, and team workflows for increased engineering velocity and design quality.Required qualifications:, • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline., • 2+ years of experience in aircraft structural design, with demonstrated ownership of components or systems in development, test, or production., • Deep understanding of composite and metallic structures, including material behavior, joints, and thermal/environmental effects., • Expertise in CAD tools (NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks) and FEA tools (ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN, or similar)., • Experience conducting or overseeing stress analysis, fatigue analysis, and design optimization., • Strong working knowledge of DFMA, GD&T, tolerance stackups, and structural layout principles., • Clear, concise technical communication skills and experience leading cross-functional engineering efforts., • A track record of technical excellence, high ownership, and a mission-driven mindset in challenging engineering environments.Preferred qualifications:, • M.S. degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering., • NX CAD experience, • Experience supporting or leading Group 3–5 UAV, DoD aircraft, or high-performance aerospace vehicle programs., • Knowledge of aerospace standards (MIL-STD, ASME Y14.5, FAA FARS) and certification pathways., • Prior experience in flight vehicle integration, manufacturing liaison, or production support., • Familiarity with model-based engineering, digital twin development, or configuration management tools., • Demonstrated experience in failure analysis, design iteration, and test correlation. 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description: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. We are building the best team in aviation to drive rapid development and deployment of X-BAT. We are looking for an entry level Electrical Engineer that is ready to help us bring X-BAT to first flight. You will own a project that ties directly to our critical path avionics development while receiving directly mentorship from Senior Electrical Engineers and other cross-functional leads. Our team looks for engineers that value first principles engineering and extreme ownership.What you'll do: • Own a design that directly impacts the X-BAT system and major flight test milestones. A senior engineer is assigned as a direct mentor to provide technical review and professional feedback., • Full lifecycle ownership: concept, design, verification, integration, flight test, and manufacturing, • Design efforts include:, • Circuit design for our embedded system. You will design with analog, digital, power conversion, high-speed, FPGA, MCU, EMI/EMC, etc., • System integration and verification, • Environmental test, qualification, and automation, • Debug, root cause, and drive resolution, • Systems must be designed for high-reliability, radiation, aggressive temperature changes, and high magnitude vibrationRequired qualifications:, • Have a degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, • Strong technical fundamentals, • Have been part of an engineering team/club 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:Shield AI is seeking a Senior Structural Design Engineer to support the development of structural components for our next-generation autonomous aircraft. As a key contributor on the Mechanical Engineering team, you will design and develop high-performance structural hardware from concept through production release. You’ll work cross-functionally to ensure structural integrity, manufacturability, and system integration across one of the most advanced autonomous aircraft platforms being built today. This role is ideal for an aerospace mechanical engineer who thrives in hands-on design environments and is eager to take increasing ownership of flight-critical hardware.What you'll do: • Design and develop structural components and assemblies for Shield AI’s next-generation UAV platform, supporting both primary and secondary aircraft structures., • Execute the structural design lifecycle including concept development, CAD modeling, detail design, and drawing release., • Perform linear structural and stress analysis using FEA tools under defined loading conditions, with guidance from senior engineers as needed., • Collaborate closely with aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, payload, and manufacturing teams to support system integration across airframe interfaces., • Contribute to material selection decisions, including composites and metallic structures, aligned to performance and manufacturability goals., • Support structural validation efforts including coupon testing, subcomponent testing, and system-level verification., • Generate high-quality design documentation, drawings, interface definitions, and analysis reports in compliance with aerospace standards., • Partner with manufacturing and flight test teams to resolve build issues and support hardware through test and deployment., • Participate in design reviews and technical discussions, presenting work clearly and incorporating feedback effectively., • Continuously improve personal technical depth in structural layout, joints, tolerancing, and structural optimization.Required qualifications:, • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline., • 4–5+ years of experience in aircraft structural design or closely related aerospace structures., • Experience designing and releasing structural components in development or production environments., • Working knowledge of composite and metallic structures, including fasteners, bonded joints, and load paths., • Proficiency in CAD tools (NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, or similar)., • Experience using FEA tools (ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN, or similar) for linear structural analysis., • Understanding of GD&T, tolerance stackups, and DFMA principles., • Strong written and verbal technical communication skills., • Demonstrated ability to operate in fast-paced, high-ownership engineering environments.Preferred qualifications:, • M.S. degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering., • Experience supporting UAV, DoD, or aerospace vehicle programs., • Familiarity with aerospace standards (MIL-STD, ASME Y14.5, FAA)., • Experience supporting hardware through test, failure analysis, and design iteration. 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. As a Software Systems Test Engineer, you will be pivotal in driving integration testing of our full aircraft software system, integrating our autonomy, flight controller, and GCS software to qualify an intelligent, robust aircraft system. This role demands an engineer capable of overseeing system-level verification and validation, designing complex test scenarios, and ensuring that subsystem testing meets rigorous standards before proceeding to full system integration. You will marshal our aircraft software through full system verification & validation. Your work will directly impact the reliability and performance of our aircraft, preparing them for operational excellence in the field. WHAT YOU'LL DO: • Generate detailed mission test scenarios that mimic real-world conditions to validate the performance of autonomy and flight control software. Define test cases to verify and validate embedded or GNC software at a system level, automating them to run continuously, • Participate in design reviews for new features and design detailed test plans based on their requirements Quickly prototype solutions using software & hardware to unblock testing, harden your prototype into scalable products for continuous release testing, • Conduct and manage system verification and validation events, culminating in verified flight readiness., • Write test analyzers in Python to report and benchmark performance and qualification metrics of the system, • Produce test coverage and release-readiness reports by aggregating test cases, results, and quality requirements, • Recommend improvements to our simulation models and fault injection so that we can keep pushing the capabilities of our test suite before proceeding to flight REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:, • 5+ years of experience in testing complex integrated software systems, preferably for robotics or vehicles by designing comprehensive test cases, • Demonstrated expertise & experience in test automation, minimally writing software to automate testing, • Experience producing high-quality technical documentation, including test plans, quality-assurance reports, and operational procedures, • Strong experience with the software product development lifecycle. Familiarity with common version control (git) and build/packaging systems (CMake, Poetry, etc), • Great understanding of system architecture, requirement derivation, and test planning across the V-model, • B.S., M.S, PhD degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or a related field. Relevant work experience can substitute a college degree. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, • 7+ years of experience in testing complex integrated software systems, preferably for robotics or vehicles by designing comprehensive test cases, • Experience building automated test solutions for aircraft of autonomous vehicles 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description: Shield AI is seeking a Senior Structural Design Engineer to support the development of structural components for our next-generation autonomous aircraft. As a key contributor on the Mechanical Engineering team, you will design and develop high-performance structural components from concept through production release. You’ll work cross-functionally to ensure structural integrity, manufacturability, and system integration across one of the most advanced autonomous aircraft platforms being built today. This role is ideal for an aerospace mechanical engineer who thrives in hands-on design environments and is eager to take increasing ownership of flight-critical designs. What you'll do: • Design and develop structural components and assemblies for Shield AI’s next-generation UAV platform, supporting both primary and secondary aircraft structures., • Execute all stages of the design lifecycle including conceptual development, initial CAD modeling, detailed design, and drawing release., • Perform hand calculations for stress or strain with limited basic FEA analysis, with guidance from senior engineers as needed., • Collaborate closely with aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, payload, and manufacturing teams to support system integration across airframe interfaces., • Support structural validation efforts including coupon testing, subcomponent testing, and system-level verification., • Generate high-quality design documentation, drawings, interface definitions, and analysis reports in compliance with aerospace standards., • Partner with manufacturing and flight test teams to resolve build issues and support hardware through test and deployment., • Participate in design reviews and technical discussions, presenting work clearly and incorporating feedback effectively., • Continuously improve personal technical depth in structural layout, joints, fasteners, tolerancing, and structural optimization.Required qualifications:, • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline., • 4–5+ years of experience in aircraft structural design or closely related aerospace structures., • Experience designing and releasing structural components in development or production environments., • Working knowledge of composite and metallic structures, including fasteners, bonded joints, and load paths., • Proficiency in CAD tools (NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, or similar)., • Understanding of GD&T, tolerance stackups, and DFMA principles., • Strong written and verbal technical communication skills., • Demonstrated ability to operate in fast-paced, high-ownership engineering environmentsPreferred qualifications:, • M.S. degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering., • Experience supporting UAV, DoD, or aerospace vehicle programs., • Familiarity with aerospace standards (MIL-STD, ASME Y14.5, FAA)., • Experience supporting hardware through test, failure analysis, and design iteration., • Exposure to composite design and manufacturing methods. 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job Description Natilus is building the next generation of aviation through the development of blended-wing-body aircraft, delivering a step-change in overall efficiency. Our growing family of aircraft is designed to make air travel more sustainable while fundamentally improving the economics of commercial flight and the operational effectiveness of defense logistics. By combining advanced aerodynamics with innovative design, Natilus aircraft achieve exceptional fuel efficiency, increased payload capacity, and seamless compatibility with existing airport infrastructure. With hundreds of aircraft valued in the billions of dollars already on order, we are redefining how aircraft are designed, built, and operated, representing a meaningful evolution in modern aviation Work Summary: Natilus is seeking a Mechanisms Engineer to join our team in San Diego, CA. In this role you will design and integrate aircraft mechanisms and actuation systems, supporting kinematic analysis, structural interfaces, and system integration across the aircraft Main Responsibilities: • Participate in entire hardware lifecycle for a variety of mechanical assemblies and structures, • Lead the analysis, design, and integration of flight control systems, • Support configuration development and trade studies, • Own the conceptual design and analysis through to first flight of various hardware components, • Perform first-order strength and sizing calculations, • Generate CAD, manufacturing drawings, specifications, and other documentation, • Minimum of 7 years of experience as design engineer or in a closely related role, • Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience, • Strong foundational understanding of aircraft load paths and systems behavior, • Experience designing bolted and bonded joints, • Expert-level knowledge of flight control systems and kinematic analysis, • Proficiency with NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks, • Experience with rapid prototype aircraft programs from conceptual and preliminary design through build, • Experience performing initial part and joint sizing using hand calculations Desired Experience: • Kickoff through production program experience, • Rapid prototype program experience, • Hands-on build experience Core Behaviors: • Build trust through ownership, transparency, and follow-through, • Communicates clearly, directly, and respectfully across teams, • Lead by example and model expected behaviors, • Ability to give and receive direct, constructive feedback, • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with evolving priorities Travel Requirements: Occasional travel and on-site work at the local hangar may be required Benefits Health Care Plan (Medica, Dental, Vision) Retirement Plan – 401k Unlimited PTO Onsite Gym Access Natilus Inc. hires solely based on qualifications, merit and competence. Natilus Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Natilus Inc. does not hire on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Please note: Recruiters will never ask for sensitive personal or financial information during the application phase

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:Are you a passionate and innovative engineer looking to help develop state-of-the-art AI and robotics products? Are you eager to make a positive difference in the world? Do you want to work alongside mission-driven and values-focused teammates? Shield AI is just the place for you! The Hivemind Quality team is committed to ensuring our autonomy platform delivers a seamless developer experience and enables customers to build world-class autonomous systems. We focus on integrating, validating, and continuously improving the Hivemind ecosystem—spanning autonomy behaviors, sensor processing, multi-agent coordination, ground-control systems, and embedded platforms. Our mission is to ensure that autonomy developers can efficiently build, test, and deploy autonomous applications that meet real-world mission objectives. We are seeking an experienced Software Integration Engineer passionate about autonomy development. In this role, you will become a power user of the Hivemind SDK, deeply understanding its capabilities and identifying gaps from a customer perspective. You will develop and validate customer use cases, evaluate the ease of use for autonomy developers, and provide actionable feedback to Engineering and Product teams. You will play a critical role in integrating new autonomy capabilities into the platform, assessing feature completeness, and anticipating novel customer workflows and edge cases. This position bridges the gap between engineering development and real-world autonomy applications—ensuring our platform empowers customers to build reliable, mission-ready autonomous systems. What you'll do: • Become a systems integration expert for autonomous robotics: Develop deep expertise in our AI-powered autonomy stack., • Learn to configure, deploy, and integrate multi-agent systems across simulation, hardware-in-the-loop, and flight platforms., • Understand the full system end-to-end—from sensor inputs to autonomous behaviors., • Integrate new capabilities into the autonomy stack: Collaborate cross-functionally with development teams to bring autonomy algorithms, perception pipelines, middleware, and platform interfaces into the integrated product. Ensure seamless interoperability between components., • Enable platform bring-up and validation: Lead the integration of autonomy software onto new robotic hardware platforms., • Configure sensor drivers, communication interfaces, and platform adapters to enable full autonomy stack functionality on prototype and production vehicles., • Develop integration tooling & infrastructure: Architect and implement integration frameworks, deployment scripts, and configuration management tools that streamline bringing new capabilities into Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), and flight environments., • Support cross-platform compatibility: Work with other integration engineers to ensure the autonomy stack operates reliably across all supported platforms, operating systems, and deployment configurations. Identify and resolve integration issues across system boundaries., • Analyze system behavior and root-cause issues: Evaluate system logs, telemetry, and rosbag data to diagnose integration defects. Collaborate with developers to isolate issues to specific subsystems and drive resolution. Create analysis tooling to accelerate debugging., • Optimize integration workflows and CI/CD: Partner with DevOps teams to streamline integration pipelines, reduce build-to-deploy cycle times, and ensure robust continuous integration of new features. Define integration checkpoints and criteria for release readiness., • Validate system requirements and interface contracts: Work with engineers to ensure integrated capabilities meet product requirements and interface specifications. Assist in developing tooling to verify end-to-end system compliance and traceability.Required qualifications:, • Typically requires a minimum of 7 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree in CS, Comp Eng, Robotics, or a related field; or 6 years and a master’s degree; or 4 years with a PhD., • Proficiency in programming languages including Python or C++., • Experience with autonomous systems or server applications or middleware., • Demonstrated experience designing integration workflows, communicating system dependencies, and triaging and reporting integration defects across subsystem boundaries., • Proficiency with simulation tools and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing environments., • Strong expertise with CI/CD pipelines., • Strong problem-solving skills and a proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions., • Excellent communication skills, capable of collaborating effectively across various teams and presenting to customers or technical leadership. Preferred qualifications:, • Demonstrated experience building complex systems with a strong understanding of software architecture and design principles., • Experience with hardware or embedded systems., • Expert knowledge of Python., • Experience with ROS., • Experience with white box testing, • Familiarity with networking, operating-systems, and radio communications., • Experience designing automated tooling for testing for GUI applications. 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION:The Software Integration & Operations (SIO) group turns frontier autonomy into mission-ready aircraft. We own the commit-to-flight pipeline—deterministic simulation at cluster scale, HIL/VIL integration, CI/CD, automated testing, and release engineering. Our goal is simple: make AI fly—safely, repeatably, and fast. As a Staff Simulation Engineer, you will be dedicated to Shield AI’s next-generation aircraft program, adopting our existing infrastructure to advance new capabilities. You’ll design, build, and scale C++-based simulation tools that test and validate the full aircraft software stack—from autonomy to avionics—before it ever flies. Your simulation infrastructure will enable developers to test faster, system engineers to evaluate performance earlier, and release engineers to ship with confidence. WHAT YOU'LL DO:Build and scale simulation frameworks for integrated testing of autonomy, GNC, and embedded systems in C++.Design deterministic, high-performance simulation tools capable of faster-than-real-time execution for development, testing, and release.Integrate core physics, dynamics, and system models (aerodynamics, propulsion, controls) into a unified simulation environment.Collaborate across autonomy, embedded, GNC, and test engineering to ensure the simulation mirrors real aircraft behavior and mission scenarios.Develop infrastructure for CI integration, parallel simulation execution, and automated regression testing.Profile, optimize, and validate C++ codebases for performance, determinism, and fidelity.Contribute to architecture decisions that define the next generation of aircraft simulation tools within Shield AI.Mentor engineers and guide best practices in C++, simulation architecture, and performance engineering. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:BS or MS in Computer Science, Aerospace, Robotics, or related field.5+ years of experience in software development, with emphasis on modern C++ (C++17 or later) and performance optimization.Proven experience developing or integrating simulation systems for robotics, aerospace, or autonomous systems.Strong grasp of real-time and deterministic software design, including multi-threading, synchronization, and memory management.Understanding of rigid-body dynamics, kinematics, and basic flight mechanics.Familiarity with DevOps-integrated simulation workflows, including CI/CD and containerized environments.Ability to debug complex build and runtime environments (CMake, dependency management, logging, profiling tools).Strong collaboration and communication skills across software, hardware, and systems disciplines. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience with distributed or cloud-based simulation (e.g., cluster orchestration, Kubernetes).Working knowledge of Python for data analysis, test automation, or simulation orchestration.Familiarity with sensor and actuator modeling, and integrating avionics or autonomy software within simulation.#LI-SM1 We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description: Shield AI is redefining autonomous aviation with cutting-edge AI and GPS/RF-denied navigation technologies. Now, we’re building a next-generation aircraft like no other—one that will push the boundaries of innovation and performance. We are looking for a Senior Staff Electromechanical Engineer to join our team, focused on the design and integration of avionics systems and driving designs from concept to production. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, excel in cross-functional collaboration, and are passionate about building high-performance avionics systems, we want to hear from you. What you'll do: • Design complex electro-mechanical solutions for avionics packaging, electrical interconnects, thermal management, and aircraft integration, • Perform structural, preliminary thermal, and modal analyses for avionics to ensure survivability in harsh environments, • Ensure avionics meet performance, safety, environmental, and EMI/EMC compliance standards, including DO-160, DO-254, DO-178C, MIL-STD-810, and MIL-STD-461, • Own your design work from concept to reviews through system validation, failure analysis, and flight test readiness.Required qualifications:, • B.S. and/or MS in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, • 10+ years of experience in mechanical & electrical equipment design for aerospace, including harness integration and mechanical component design, • Expertise in CAD software (NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar) for 3D modeling, drawing creation, and system layout., • Familiarity with eCAD software (Altium, Cadence, Allegro), and harness design software (Capital, Zuken), • Experience working with electrical engineers to define PCB constraints, develop circuit cards, and care for all the, • Experience with finite element analysis (FEA), thermal analysis, and fatigue/lifecycle testing 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:Test & Evaluation lead role is responsible for defining, planning, and executing all integration testing phases for XBAT. This includes developmental, functional, and qualification testing for flight vehicles, subsystems, and ground support equipment. What you'll do: • Responsible for bringing up vehicle through functional testing and delivering the fully operational aircraft to the customer., • Define comprehensive functional, ground, and flight test plan., • Responsible for setting up ground support equipment and executing tests., • Scope and sequence all testing efforts., • The successful candidate will lead a multi-disciplinary test team, manage complex testing facilities, ensure compliance with industry standards, and drive the transition of new products from design to flight/operational readiness.Required qualifications:, • Proven experience with clean sheet design to first flight, • Knowledge of test methodologies (e.g., DO-160, MIL-STD-810), instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and telemetry architecture., • Proven experience in successfully managing a full lifecycle test campaign, from component-level testing through to system-level Qualification or Type Certification, • Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex technical findings to executive leadership and external regulatory boards.Preferred qualifications:, • Flight Test Experience: Prior experience as a Flight Test Engineer or Test Director for experimental or certificated aircraft/spacecraft is a significant asset., • Software Proficiency: Experience with test automation frameworks and data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW, Minitab). 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:As a Senior Staff Systems Engineer on Shield AI’s next gen UAS program, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and integrating cutting-edge autonomous aircraft systems for national defense. You will lead the technical execution of system architecture, ensuring seamless integration of avionics, autonomy, propulsion, sensor payloads, and mission-critical systems. This position requires a deep understanding of aerospace systems engineering, autonomy, and complex system integration. You will work cross-functionally with teams in hardware, software, autonomy, flight operations, and manufacturing to develop a scalable, mission-ready platform capable of operating in contested environments. Your expertise will be critical in defining system requirements and architectures through model-based systems engineering, conducting trade studies, ensuring compliance with military and aviation standards, and supporting the aircraft through flight testing and operational deployment.What You'll Do: • Perform System Architecture & Design: Develop and refine the system architecture for the next gen UAS, ensuring seamless integration of avionics, autonomy, propulsion, sensor payloads, and mission systems., • Define and document system-level behavior, including modes, states, transitions, and fault responses, • Support safety analyses (FHA, FMEA, FTA) by defining behavior under fault conditions, • Define and Manage System Requirements: Establish top-level requirements, decompose them into subsystems, and maintain traceability across the development lifecycle., • Autonomy & AI Integration: Work closely with autonomy and software teams to integrate AI-driven flight control, decision-making, and mission execution capabilities., • Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE): Utilize SysML, DOORS, or other MBSE tools to create digital system models, conduct trade studies, and optimize system performance., • Risk Management & Trade Studies: Conduct trade studies to evaluate design alternatives, assess technical risks, and ensure the best engineering solutions for mission effectiveness., • Stakeholder & Customer Engagement: Work closely with DoD stakeholders, industry partners, and government agencies to align system capabilities with operational requirements., • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with hardware, autonomy, software, propulsion, and flight operations teams to drive seamless system integration and rapid development cycles.Required Qualifications:, • 10+ years of experience in systems engineering for aerospace, defense, or autonomous aircraft systems., • Demonstrated experience defining system behavior logic and operational modes, • Deep expertise in system architecture, avionics integration, and autonomy-driven flight systems., • Proficiency in MBSE, DOORS, SysML, CAMEO, or similar system modeling tools for complex systems design and analysis., • Experience with Group 4 or Group 5 UAS, military aircraft, or autonomous airborne platforms., • Strong background in flight testing, system integration, and performance validation., • Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, MIL-STDs, FAA airworthiness certification, and airborne system safety standards., • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive complex projects to successful completion., • Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile development environment with shifting priorities., • Experience developing AI-driven autonomy for unmanned aircraft., • Expertise in ISR, EW, and advanced sensor integration for airborne platforms., • Familiarity with modular open system architectures (MOSA) and Government Reference Architectures (GRA) for defense applications., • Prior experience working with defense primes, DoD stakeholders, or government R&D programs. 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:We’re seeking a Engineer II or Senior Integration & Test Engineer (Software & Simulation Focus) to join our DC-based team. In this role, you’ll focus on simulation-driven testing, automation, documentation, and software quality assurance for Hivemind autonomy. You’ll build and execute comprehensive test frameworks and methodologies to ensure our autonomy stack performs reliably across simulated and real-world mission conditions. Shield AI is scaling and growing rapidly—the ideal candidate will demonstrate adaptability, a growth mindset, and a willingness to learn new technologies and methodologies quickly in a fast-paced, evolving environment. This is an opportunity to contribute to something truly remarkable—advancing autonomy that is changing the world—while thriving in a mission-driven, collaborative, and high-performance culture.What you'll do: • Develop automated regression, integration, and system-level tests to ensure Hivemind software quality and stability across releases., • Identify, reproduce, and diagnose software issues—collaborating closely with development teams to drive fixes and improvements., • Create and execute test plans and documentation for autonomy software in simulated environments, ensuring mission and safety requirements are met., • Design, implement, and maintain simulation-based test frameworks to validate Hivemind autonomy behavior and performance., • Build tools and utilities in Python to automate testing, data processing, and analysis workflows., • Develop test harnesses and data validation tools for Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) / Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) / Vehicle-in-the-Loop (VIL) and simulation environments., • Contribute to the definition of testing methodologies, metrics, and performance benchmarks for autonomy software validation., • Support the scaling and reliability of simulation infrastructure used for large-scale software validation., • Maintain detailed and accurate test documentation, ensuring traceability and knowledge sharing across teams., • Work with developers to integrate test coverage directly into the development pipeline (CI/CD). Required qualifications:, • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field., • 3–5 years of experience in software integration, testing, or quality assurance, preferably in robotics, aerospace, or autonomous systems., • Proficiency in Python for test automation, scripting, and data analysis., • Experience with simulation environments (e.g., Gazebo, Unreal, or custom simulation frameworks) and test automation tools., • Strong understanding of software testing principles, including integration, regression, and system-level validation., • Familiarity with continuous integration (CI/CD) and test pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins)., • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills., • Strong collaboration and communication skills with software and systems teams., • Adaptability, growth mindset, and willingness to learn new technologies quickly in a fast-paced, scaling environment., • Self-starter with a sense of urgency, motivation, and comfort operating in ambiguity., • U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance. Preferred qualifications:, • Experience testing autonomous systems, robotics software, or flight autonomy algorithms., • Familiarity with C++ and software/hardware integration concepts., • Experience with HIL or VIL test environments., • Exposure to machine learning or AI-driven autonomy systems., • Background in simulation infrastructure design, distributed testing, or test data management., • Quality Assurance (QA) experience, including process definition, metrics, and validation tracking., • Experience with aerospace, defense, or mission-critical software. 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION:The Software Integration & Operations (SIO) group turns frontier autonomy into mission-ready aircraft. We own the commit-to-flight pipeline—deterministic aircraft and mission simulation, HIL/VIL integration, CI/CD, automated flight qualification testing, and release engineering. Our goal is simple: make AI fly—safely, repeatably, and fast. As a Modeling & Simulation Engineer, you will be responsible for improving and adding to our world and aeronautical models so that our operator training and internal engineering pipelines have a seamless translation from sim to real results. What You'll Do • Develop and enhance aeronautical physics models (aerodynamics, propulsion, environmental, structural, etc.) for use in simulation and evaluation., • Translate theoretical models into efficient, reliable C++ implementations with a focus on numerical accuracy and performance., • Validate models against real-world data and authoritative references, including field test data and calibration procedures., • Collaborate with simulation and training application teams to ensure models integrate cleanly into operator-facing tools., • Design automated validation and regression testing strategies for mathematical models to ensure fidelity across releases., • Prototype and evaluate new modeling techniques (reduced-order models, uncertainty quantification, machine learning–based surrogates) to push the state of the art., • Document assumptions, equations, and validation results so that both engineers and operators can trust model outputs. Required Qualifications, • BS or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Applied Math, Physics, or related field with 1+ years of aerospace modeling experience., • C++ foundation with experience implementing numerical methods., • 1+ years of experience working on pilot/operator training systems., • Experience with Eigen or SciPy for model prototyping and validation., • Familiarity with state estimation sensor models (GPS, IMU, Gyro, etc) for simulation environments., • Background in multi-body dynamics or flight mechanics, • Knowledge of uncertainty quantification and statistical analysis methods., • Strong problem-solving mindset with a collaborative and detail-oriented approach., • Familiarity with Python for test automation and data analysis pipelines.

Job Description Natilus is building the next generation of aviation through the development of blended-wing-body aircraft, delivering a step-change in overall efficiency. Our growing family of aircraft is designed to make air travel more sustainable while fundamentally improving the economics of commercial flight and the operational effectiveness of defense logistics. By combining advanced aerodynamics with innovative design, Natilus aircraft achieve exceptional fuel efficiency, increased payload capacity, and seamless compatibility with existing airport infrastructure. With hundreds of aircraft valued in the billions of dollars already on order, we are redefining how aircraft are designed, built, and operated, representing a meaningful evolution in modern aviation Work Summary: Natilus is seeking a Aircraft Subsystems Engineering Lead to join our team in San Diego, CA. In this role, you will contribute and lead end-to-end systems development, including requirements definition, system architecture, and technical integration across all subsystems including flight control mechanisms, propulsion, avionics, electrical and fuel systems. This role oversees trade studies, interface control, compliance, and scheduling, while providing technical leadership and mentorship to engineering team. Main Responsibilities: • Applies technical knowledge to the aircraft systems design from concept through first flight, • Provide technical leadership and oversight for the Kona systems design team, • Assign work, set priorities, and mentor engineers to ensure timely, high-quality execution, • Communicate and collaborate closely with the executive team including CEO and Head of Engineering, • Manage engineering deliverables, identify issues, and drive corrective actions as needed, • Minimum of 10 years of experience as a systems engineer or in a closely related role, • Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience, • Strong foundational understanding of aircraft systems, • Familiarity with FAA Part 23 and 25 requirements, • Experience with aircraft systems test planning and execution, • Experience with turboprop powerplant installation design, • Familiarity with composite airframe design and integration, • Proficiency with NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks, • Experience with rapid prototype aircraft programs from conceptual and preliminary design through build Desired Experience: • Kickoff through production program experience, • Rapid prototype program experience, • Hands-on build experience Core Behaviors: • Build trust through ownership, transparency, and follow-through, • Communicates clearly, directly, and respectfully across teams, • Lead by example and model expected behaviors, • Ability to give and receive direct, constructive feedback, • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with evolving priorities Travel Requirements: Occasional travel and on-site work at the local hangar may be required Benefits Health Care Plan (Medica, Dental, Vision) Retirement Plan – 401k Unlimited PTO Onsite Gym Access Natilus Inc. hires solely based on qualifications, merit and competence. Natilus Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Natilus Inc. does not hire on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description Natilus is building the next generation of aviation through the development of blended-wing-body aircraft, delivering a step-change in overall efficiency. Our growing family of aircraft is designed to make air travel more sustainable while fundamentally improving the economics of commercial flight and the operational effectiveness of defense logistics. By combining advanced aerodynamics with innovative design, Natilus aircraft achieve exceptional fuel efficiency, increased payload capacity, and seamless compatibility with existing airport infrastructure. With hundreds of aircraft valued in the billions of dollars already on order, we are redefining how aircraft are designed, built, and operated, representing a meaningful evolution in modern aviation Work Summary: Natilus is seeking a Propulsion Systems Engineer to join our team in San Diego, CA. In this role, you will primarily support propulsion system design and integration, contributing to requirements flow-down, performance calculations, propulsion integration design, test planning, and execution. Main Responsibilities: • Support the design, analysis, testing, integration, manufacturing, and fielding of aircraft propulsion systems, • Support and contribute to the completion of component, assembly, and system testing and analysis, • Assist in the completion of program deliverables such as component and assembly designs, test plans and reports, analysis documentation, and other deliverables to meet program objectives, requirements, and schedule., • Minimum of 5 years of experience as propulsion engineer or in a closely related role, • Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience, • Strong foundational understanding of aircraft systems, • Familiarity with FAA Part 23 and 25 requirements, • Experience with aircraft systems test planning and execution, • Experience with turboprop powerplant installation design, • Familiarity with composite airframe design and integration, • Proficiency with NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks, • Experience with rapid prototype aircraft programs from conceptual and preliminary design through build Desired Experience: • Kickoff through production program experience, • Rapid prototype program experience, • Hands-on build experience, • PT6 turboprop experience Core Behaviors: • Build trust through ownership, transparency, and follow-through, • Communicates clearly, directly, and respectfully across teams, • Lead by example and model expected behaviors, • Ability to give and receive direct, constructive feedback, • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with evolving priorities Travel Requirements: Occasional travel and on-site work at the local hangar may be required Benefits Health Care Plan (Medica, Dental, Vision) Retirement Plan – 401k Unlimited PTO Onsite Gym Access Natilus Inc. hires solely based on qualifications, merit and competence. Natilus Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Natilus Inc. does not hire on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Please note: Recruiters will never ask for sensitive personal or financial information during the application phase

Job Description Welcome to San Diego International Airport, where our core purpose is to create an exceptional experience for both our community and visitors from around the world. It extends beyond just flights; we embody the vibrant spirit of San Diego itself—sunny, welcoming, and full of life. We are committed to attracting, fostering, and empowering a team of talented individuals who can deliver our strategic goals: • Advance Airport Development, • Transform the Customer Experience, • Optimize Ongoing Business Why You'll Love Working at SAN: • Location: The new Airport Authority Administration building, located on the San Diego International Airport campus and near the waterfront, providing stunning views of our runway, San Diego Bay, the Pacific Ocean, and the city skyline., • Hybrid Schedule: This role follows a hybrid schedule with both on-site and remote work. On-site days are required, based on department needs, to support collaboration and business operations. Remote work flexibility is available on other days as determined by the department., • Salary: The hiring salary for ITS Engineer is $116,421-$124,570. The full pay range for ITS Engineer is $89,555-$143,288., • Benefits: You will enjoy 14 paid holidays, 18 – 33 days of vacation (PTO), parental and child care benefits, salary continuance for family & parental leave, tuition reimbursement, ensure your future with our retirement plan options including our comprehensive pension plan and 457 defined contribution plan. Plus, take advantage of our annual employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account, designed to support your personal development and growth activities—and much more!, • Wellness: Take advantage of multiple on-site gyms with regular fitness classes, outdoor working areas, fitness discounts for all levels and goals, monthly fruit deliveries, rewards for volunteer time, financial wellness advisors, and a campus with easy access to some of San Diego's best walking trails., • Application Deadline: March 25, 2026. About the Job: The Information & Technology Services department is looking for a Network Engineer with a hands-on focus on supporting and evolving the enterprise network infrastructure at San Diego International Airport. This role is a growth-oriented engineering opportunity for someone who is ready to expand their experience in routing, switching, wireless, security, and data center technologies within a complex, high-availability environment. Working closely with senior engineers, this position will support ongoing network modernization efforts, including wireless upgrades within Terminal 2 and infrastructure buildouts aligned with Terminal 1 Phase 1B construction. The role partners across technical teams to ensure new and existing environments are designed, implemented, and supported with reliability, performance, and security in mind. The ideal candidate is technically curious, methodical in troubleshooting, and motivated to understand systems holistically; working in a highly hands-on position with daily exposure to servers, network devices, firewalls, and monitoring tools. They value clear documentation, communicate effectively with teammates and stakeholders, and are eager to grow into broader engineering responsibilities over time. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to critical infrastructure in an operational airport environment where reliability, security, and thoughtful design matter. While cranes and concrete shape what passengers see, the Network Engineer will help build the invisible infrastructure that powers every connection, transaction, and operational system across the airport campus. What You’ll Do: • Network Implementation & Support: Configure, implement, and maintain enterprise routing, switching, wireless, firewall, VOIP and VPN technologies within a Cisco-based environment., • Infrastructure Modernization: Support wireless upgrades in Terminal 2 and contribute to network design and buildout efforts for Terminal 1 Phase 1B and other construction projects., • Cisco DNAC Operations: Configure and manage wired and wireless network infrastructure through Cisco Catalyst Center (fka DNAC) supporting network policy, access control, and operational monitoring within a Software Defined Access environment., • Data Center & Security Systems: Assist in supporting Cisco ACI, Identity Services Engine (ISE), Secure Firewall technologies, and related monitoring and analytics platforms., • Operational Monitoring & Performance: Monitor network health and availability; analyze capacity and performance; apply patches, firmware updates, and configuration improvements to maintain uptime., • Troubleshooting & Incident Resolution: Diagnose and resolve routine to complex network issues; perform root cause analysis and collaborate with stakeholders to restore service efficiently., • Documentation & Standards: Develop and maintain network diagrams, architecture documentation, and standard operating procedures to support operational continuity., • Project Coordination: Partner with senior engineers, vendors, and internal teams to review designs, implement changes, and support infrastructure lifecycle initiatives., • Disaster Recovery & Compliance: Participate in contingency planning, vulnerability assessments, and security audits to ensure resilient and secure infrastructure. Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to support critical network operations., • Operational Driving*: Frequently drives of an Airport Authority vehicle on airfield to access sterile areas along with other secure facilities on our campus. The Skills You Need: • Analytical Problem Solving—Evaluates complex technical issues, researches root causes, and applies sound judgment to implement effective, sustainable solutions., • Communication—Clearly documents technical designs and procedures and communicates effectively with engineers, stakeholders, and vendors., • Technical Judgment—Exercises discretion in change management, system configuration, and security practices within a high-availability environment., • Collaboration—Works effectively with cross-functional teams while taking ownership of assigned responsibilities and deliverables., • Project Execution—Contributes to infrastructure projects by prioritizing tasks, coordinating with stakeholders, and delivering work within established timelines., • Technical Proficiency—Demonstrates knowledge of enterprise networking principles across wired, wireless, and wide-area environments Technology Environment • Cisco DNAC, • Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE), • 802.1x Authentication, • ASA and FTD, • Cisco Firepower Management Center (FMC), • Cisco ACI Data Center About the Team: Information & Technology Services (I&TS) is a mission‑driven, campus‑wide team that enables the Airport Authority’s operations through reliable, secure, and forward‑looking technology. I&TS supports critical business applications used by staff, maintains passenger‑facing systems such as flight information displays and paging, and designs, operates, and secures the infrastructure that connects the entire airport campus. Our team is responsible for system access, data storage, cybersecurity, and operational continuity—ensuring technology is available when and where it matters most. We foster a collaborative, service-oriented culture focused on partnership, accountability, and continuous improvement, working closely with departments across the campus to deliver solutions that keep the airport running safely, efficiently, and securely. The Network team designs, operates, and secures the enterprise‑grade wired and wireless networks that serve as the digital backbone of San Diego International Airport. The team is responsible for ensuring reliable, resilient connectivity that supports airport operations, tenants, airlines, and passenger-facing throughout campus and capital projects of all scales. With a strong focus on availability, security, and performance, the Network team plays a direct role in enabling safe, efficient, and seamless experience for passengers, tenants, airlines, and staff campus‑wide. Requirements The Experience You Need to Have**: • Three years of progressively responsible experience in Information Technology and associated systems, networking, or security systems, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience., • Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in computer science, management information systems, or a closely related field., • Maintain a valid driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Authority’s vehicle insurance policy. Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise or Security, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), CompTIA Network+ or Security+, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Solutions Architect – Associate, or Microsoft Azure Network Engineer Associate *Driving is an Essential Function This role requires regular driving as a critical part of performing work-related duties, specifically involving the operation of Airport Authority vehicles. A valid California driver’s license is required, along with strict adherence to all traffic laws and safety regulations. Applicants must maintain an acceptable driving record to operate Authority vehicles. Compliance with Airport Authority vehicle use policies, including safety protocols and reporting requirements, is mandatory. Applicants must acknowledge that driving Airport Authority vehicles is an essential function of this role. **Don’t meet every requirement? That’s okay. At San Diego International Airport, we value your unique experience and your willingness to learn. Some roles require specific qualifications or degrees, but others don’t—and we're always open to individuals committed to growth and excellence. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply. And if it’s not the right fit, we’ll keep you in mind for future opportunities. We may have the perfect spot for you to land. EEO Statement It is the policy of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, SDCRAA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Physical & Mental Demands Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation. If you need any form of accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition Partner (Recruiter). Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as they may be assigned to them by their employer or law.

Job Description Founded in 2015, Global Air Logistics and Training, Inc. (GALT Aerospace) a rapid innovator, solving the world's critical security challenges to enable warriors to win...decisively. GALT Aerospace subscribes to Col John Boyd's tenet "Wars are won by people, ideas and equipment, IN THAT ORDER." Warfighters need tools (equipment) that are flexible. GALT Aerospace will always satisfy the warfighter with such tools. GALT Aerospace provides simple, effective information capabilities to support all levels of war and drive information to the lowest levels possible, enabling faster decision cycles and decisive results. GALT Aerospace uniquely focuses on architecture solutions, effective open systems integration, and rapid prototyping, fielding, and operations. At GALT Aerospace, employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary and nationally relevant systems. GALT Aerospace looks for people who align with its Core Values: • The Right Thing:, • We work on important things that we are passionate about and will make a difference for the US National Security., • We are ethical and forthright and expect the same from our employees., • We operate with integrity in all things; we do the RIGHT THING., • Trust and Respect:, • We always strive to earn and foster trust., • We Act and communicate with respect., • We foster mutually beneficial relationships., • Add Value:, • We take ownership of our tasks and deliver results to our customers, partners and each other., • We champion individual expertise, creativity, and accomplishments. San Diego, CA. On-site, with possible occasional telecommuting. Minimal domestic travel required 15%-30% of the time. Job Description GALT Aerospace is looking for a full-time Engineering Technician to join our Integration and Test team. In this position, you will be the "hands-on" partner to our Systems Engineer Integration and Test (SEIT) team. You will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between digital network configuration and physical RF execution in both the System Integration Lab (SIL) and during live developmental testing in the field. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include: • Systems Integration: Support SEITs in the physical setup and logical configuration of networked communication nodes., • RF Validation: Perform hardware-level RF testing, including measuring VSWR and Insertion Loss to ensure signal integrity across the gateway architecture., • Lab Operations: Maintain the SIL environment; rack-mount servers, route RF/ethernet cabling, and manage the calibration of test assets., • Test Support: Assist in executing test cards during lab and field events; monitor system health logs and perform real-time hardware/software troubleshooting., • System Imaging: Capture and deploy system images (Windows/Linux) to gateway hardware and tactical radios., • Mission Planning: Assist in the physical loading of cryptographic keys and mission plans into tactical radio systems (Link 16, TTNT, etc.)., • Systems Administration: 2+ years of experience maintaining Linux and Windows environments, including CLI proficiency., • RF Proficiency: Working knowledge of RF signal flow and hands-on experience with Spectrum Analyzers, Power Meters, and VNAs., • Networking Fundamentals: Solid understanding of routing, switching, VLANs, and IP subnetting., • Hardware Maintenance: Experience with server hardware, tactical radio systems, and MIL-SPEC cabling., • Field Aptitude: Ability to troubleshoot complex systems under pressure in austere or flight-line environments., • Education: Associate's degree in a STEM field with 4+ years of relevant technical experience, or a bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 1+ year of experience; equivalent professional or military experience will be considered in lieu of a degree., • Tools: Proven experience in system-level event management and fault isolation, utilizing Wireshark or similar protocol analyzers to diagnose network communication issues and validate data bus integrity., • Tactical Data Links: Familiarity with military communication systems (CDL, L-16, SADL)., • Automation: Basic familiarity with Python, Bash, or Ansible to assist in automated test execution., • Must be able to carry 50 pounds, • Must be able to sit or stand for 8 hours at a time Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job DescriptionFounded 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 . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:As Technical Program Manager for Quality Engineering you will be responsible for ensuring the quality of Hivemind Enterprise, a software development kit that enables both Shield AI and third parties to create a new generation of unmanned systems and mission applications that deliver transformative capabilities for the U.S. and its allies. You will work with sponsors, product managers, designers and a talented cross-functional engineering team to lead on-time, on-quality software releases. This Technical Program Manager role requires a versatile individual who can plan and manage complex software test automation projects and flight test operations.What you'll do: • Drive the planning, execution, and delivery of complex software releases for the Hivemind Enterprise platform., • Drive major initiatives building out rigorous simulation-based test automation for autonomy software., • Drive large complex test operations from CI through HIL and flight test., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, and customer engagement, to define test scope, objectives, and deliverables., • Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, ensuring adherence to budget and schedule., • Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project completion., • Facilitate regular communication with stakeholders, providing updates on project status, challenges, and accomplishments., • Drive continuous improvement in project management processes, tools, and methodologies., • Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the program management team., • Facilitate technical decision making to appropriately prioritize work and make complex trades., • Reinforce Shield AI's reputation for technical excellence and ability to deliver through expert engagement and disciplined execution.Required qualifications:, • B.S. in Computer Science, or a related field with 8+ years of work experience in Program Management, Engineering Management or Software Test Engineering; alternative degrees are acceptable if professional experience is focused in testing Enterprise Software, Artificial Intelligence, or Robotics., • Experience driving testing of complex software and integrated HW/SW systems., • Experience driving software test operations for software high-reliability and high uptime, • You have a track record of driving results, not just providing status, • You have solid technical foundations in test engineering and software development, with deep knowledge of how to optimize the software development lifecycle, • You have the ability to recognize efficiency and inefficiency in projects and prioritize remedies based on accurate cost-benefit analysis., • You are an exceptional, fundamentals-driven problem solver and communicator., • You have a demonstrated record of setting and achieving goals in dynamic environments, working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others., • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills., • Power user of Jira or work management tools, • Power user of TestRail, qTest or other test management frameworksPreferred qualifications:, • Advanced degree in Computer Science or MBA, • Previous experience as a software developer or a test engineer, • Previous experience driving test operations for enterprise software, ideally for software used by software engineers, • Previous experience managing flight test operations or autonomous systems testing, • Passionate about software documentation, • Autonomy, AI, ML expertise, • PMP, Scrum Master, or similar qualifications. 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. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.