Staff Engineer, Software Integration at Shield AI | San Diego, California

Join Shield AI as an Entry-Level Electrical Engineer!Are you eager to contribute to cutting-edge aviation technology? At Shield AI, we are dedicated to safeguarding both service members and civilians through our innovative intelligent systems. Our flagship products, including the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, as well as the Hivemind Enterprise and Hivemind Vision product lines, are revolutionizing the industry.As an Entry-Level Electrical Engineer, you will play a vital role in propelling the X-BAT toward its inaugural flight. You will take ownership of a critical project related to avionics development, while receiving exceptional mentorship from our Senior Electrical Engineers and cross-functional leads. We value engineers who prioritize first principles engineering and exhibit a strong sense of ownership.

Job Description: Join Shield AI as a Senior Systems Integration Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in the integration of advanced systems within the confined spaces of our vehicles. This high-impact position requires you to take ownership of the systems layout, working closely with cross-functional teams to enhance the vehicle's size, weight, and cost efficiency. Your responsibilities will include managing the product structure, developing various zonal configurations, and leading collaborative design discussions with key stakeholders to ensure the delivery of a unified final product. This is an exceptional opportunity to innovate at the forefront of technology and autonomy, contributing to significant real-world applications.

Join Shield AI, a pioneering deep-tech company founded in 2015, dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through advanced intelligent systems. Our innovative products range from the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft to the cutting-edge Hivemind Enterprise and Hivemind Vision product lines. With a global presence across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, our technology is instrumental in supporting operations worldwide. Discover more at www.shield.ai. Connect with us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Overview: We are looking for a skilled Engineering Manager specializing in Mechanical Design to lead the development of our next-generation autonomous UAV platform. This high-impact role will require you to manage a talented team of engineers focused on creating mechanical systems for Shield AI's groundbreaking aircraft programs.In this position, you will collaborate closely with the Director of Engineering, fostering cross-site collaboration, aligning technical leaders, and mentoring junior engineers. You'll play an integral role in optimizing engineering resources across various vehicles and programs.Set the standard for excellence through technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship, ensuring that our engineering team thrives and produces top-quality results.

Join Our Team:At Shield AI, we are on a mission to safeguard service members and civilians through cutting-edge intelligent systems. As a Senior Cloud Engineer, you will be at the forefront of our innovation, responsible for designing, deploying, and managing essential cloud infrastructures that power our advanced artificial intelligence solutions. Your expertise will ensure the performance, scalability, and reliability of our cloud systems across various environments, both domestically and globally. This role is pivotal within our Cloud and Infrastructure team, supporting diverse business units and projects. Some travel to Shield AI facilities may be required.

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a cutting-edge, venture-backed technology firm dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians with advanced intelligent systems. Our innovative product lineup includes the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, along with the Hivemind Enterprise and Hivemind Vision product lines. With a global presence across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, our technologies actively bolster operations around the world. To learn more, visit www.shield.ai. Connect with us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.The Hivemind Platform Team at Shield AI is on the lookout for a talented and detail-oriented Requirements Engineer to enhance our team’s capabilities. The Hivemind Enterprise product serves as a software development kit (SDK) designed for the scalable design, deployment, evaluation, and iterative refinement of autonomy architectures suitable for a diverse array of robotic platforms. This sophisticated software product provides essential tools and user interfaces that cater to various user personas, from AI developers to test engineers.As a Requirements Engineer for Hivemind at Shield AI, you will play a pivotal role within our multidisciplinary systems engineering team, collaborating closely with Product Managers, technical contributors, Test and Quality Assurance team members, and systems modelers. Your primary responsibility will be to convert product user stories into precise engineering requirements accompanied by measurable metrics.This position entails defining, modeling, and validating the Hivemind software system alongside its applications. It is a hands-on and highly collaborative role that requires expertise in requirements formulation, traceability, management, systems modeling, and a solid understanding of autonomous software pipelines. While the main focus will be on requirements development, you will also support system model development as part of a broader systems engineering effort, necessitating close collaboration with systems modelers to ensure alignment between requirements, system architecture, and system behavior across the Hivemind SDK.

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a pioneering deep-tech firm dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through advanced intelligent systems. Our innovative products, including the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and Hivemind Vision, are designed to operate in complex and contested environments. With a global presence across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, our technology is deployed in critical operations worldwide. To learn more about our impactful work, visit www.shield.ai. Connect with Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. We are seeking a highly motivated Staff Engineer specializing in Software Perception to join our team. This role is perfect for a passionate engineer who excels at developing sophisticated perception systems that empower autonomous aircraft to navigate challenging environments effectively. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in real-time object detection, sensor fusion, and state estimation algorithms, leveraging data from various mission sensors such as EO/IR cameras, radars, and IMUs. Strong algorithmic skills, a deep understanding of airborne sensing technologies, and the capability to produce high-performance software in both simulation and real-world scenarios are essential.At Shield AI, we are committed to advancing autonomy for unmanned aircraft across all Department of Defense (DoD) domains, including air, sea, and land. Our Perception Engineers play a crucial role in developing the situational awareness necessary for autonomous operations, ensuring our systems can swiftly and accurately interpret and react to their surroundings with utmost precision and resilience.

Join Shield AI as a Product Manager for AI Platforms!Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a pioneering deep-tech company dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through cutting-edge intelligent systems. Our innovative products, including the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and Hivemind Vision, are at the forefront of technology, supporting operations globally from our offices in the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific regions. For further details, visit www.shield.ai. Connect with us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.About the Role:As the AI Platform Product Manager, you will spearhead the strategy and execution of Shield AI's next-generation autonomy intelligence stack. Your mission will be to empower customers and internal teams to train, evaluate, and deploy foundation and domain models that facilitate resilient autonomy at the edge. You will take ownership of the product vision and roadmap for the Hivemind AI Platform, which encompasses Forge, training pipelines, data infrastructure, evaluation, and deployment toolchains. This role is crucial to ensuring the safe and scalable manufacturing, governance, and fielding of advanced world models, robotics foundation models, and vision-language-action systems.This position is situated at the intersection of AI/ML, autonomy, model lifecycle, infrastructure, and product strategy. You will collaborate closely with engineering, AI research, Hivemind Solutions, and field teams to deliver the necessary tooling that enables sovereign autonomy, AI factories at the edge, and continuous learning. These capabilities are vital to Shield AI's strategic direction.This is a high-impact opportunity for a seasoned product leader passionate about shaping the future of foundation models across thousands of autonomous systems in challenging environments.

Join Shield AI as an Accounting Manager!Are you ready to take your accounting career to the next level? At Shield AI, a cutting-edge deep-tech company founded in 2015, we are dedicated to protecting service members and civilians through intelligent systems. Our innovative products, including the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and Hivemind Vision, are utilized in operations around the globe.As an Accounting Manager, you will be an integral part of our Finance team, contributing to our mission-driven approach as we expand our global footprint. You will report directly to the Accounting Director and oversee essential components of the global accounting close process, manage intercompany activities, and spearhead process improvement initiatives. This role provides a unique opportunity to build scalable infrastructure that aligns with audit readiness and prepares us for future public-company standards.

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a pioneering venture-backed deep-tech firm dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through innovative intelligent systems. Our product lineup features advanced solutions such as the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, alongside the Hivemind Enterprise and Hivemind Vision product lines. With a global presence, including offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, our technology plays a vital role in supporting operations worldwide. Discover more at www.shield.ai. Connect with us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. We are looking for a dynamic Lead Accountant to join our team and play a pivotal role in enhancing our accounting processes as we expand. This role is not just about closing the books; you will significantly impact how financial data is generated, validated, and utilized by our leadership to inform strategic decisions. You will take ownership of critical areas within the balance sheet and profit & loss statements, drive operational improvements, and contribute to the development of a top-tier accounting function.

Join Shield AI as a Senior Program Finance AnalystAt Shield AI, founded in 2015, we are a pioneering deep-tech firm dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through our innovative intelligent systems. Our impressive product lineup includes the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and Hivemind Vision product lines. With a global presence in the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, our technology plays a crucial role in operations worldwide.We are seeking a Senior Program Finance Analyst who possesses strong analytical skills and a passion for enhancing business performance to join our dynamic finance team. This high-visibility role supports our rapidly expanding Hivemind business unit, where your insights will be pivotal in driving strategic execution and informed decision-making.In our fast-paced environment, you will go beyond standard reporting by analyzing data, extracting insights, and proactively collaborating with cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, and program management. Your contributions will directly impact program performance and fuel the growth of this essential business area.

Join Syska Hennessy Group and witness your engineering work make a significant impact on iconic projects worldwide! As a premier consulting, engineering, and commissioning firm, we excel in MEP, information technology, architectural lighting, vertical transportation, and commissioning services. We are excited to offer an opportunity for a recent Electrical Engineering Graduate to embark on an exciting career with us.Our vibrant work atmosphere fosters your engineering journey with a supportive culture, a diverse workforce, competitive compensation, a flexible work schedule (Monday to Thursday in-office for 9 hours and Friday for 4 hours remotely), and engaging social events, making it the perfect environment for a fulfilling and challenging career.Key Responsibilities:Assist in creating foundational designs under the guidance of senior engineers and designers.Learn the organization of drawings and adhere to company standards.Engage in CAD/BIM drafting across a diverse range of projects to gain insights into architectural engineering design and documentation.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, coordinating designs with other trades under the mentorship of senior technical staff.Contribute to the design and engineering of systems for new installations, retrofits, replacements, and upgrades across various project types.Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery of assigned tasks.Support engineers during field investigations and construction site visits, participating in project coordination meetings.Regularly attend training sessions and activities as part of our Engineering Development Program.Participate in continuing education seminars on technical and professional development topics.

Join Coffman Engineers, a dynamic and innovative engineering firm, as an Electrical Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with a talented team to design and implement cutting-edge electrical systems for various projects. Your expertise will contribute significantly to the success of our clients, ensuring that we deliver exceptional solutions that meet their needs.As a mid-senior level engineer, you will leverage your experience to mentor junior engineers, manage project timelines, and maintain the highest standards of quality and efficiency. This is a fantastic opportunity for professionals looking to advance their careers in a supportive and challenging environment.

Coffman Engineers, Inc. seeks an Entry Level Structural Engineer for its San Diego office. This position provides hands-on experience with structural design and engineering basics. Role overview Work closely with experienced engineers on a variety of structural projects. Assignments may involve buildings and infrastructure across the San Diego area. Expect to learn industry standards and contribute to developing solutions for real-world challenges. What you will do Assist with structural design tasks under the guidance of senior staff Participate in project planning and problem-solving for regional buildings and infrastructure Gain practical knowledge of engineering principles and construction methods

The KPFF San Diego Office is actively seeking enthusiastic and dedicated structural engineers! While there may not be immediate openings, we encourage passionate individuals to submit their resumes for future opportunities as they arise. Join a vibrant, expanding office where you can shape your career path with the backing of a well-established national firm. We value candidates who possess a strong desire for excellence, a solid technical foundation, and a collaborative spirit.

Join Shield AI as a Principal Electrical Engineer specializing in Power Electronics. In this pivotal role, you will lead the design and development of cutting-edge power electronic systems that drive our advanced technology solutions. Collaborate with a team of innovative engineers and contribute to projects that redefine the boundaries of technology.

Join Shield AI, a pioneering deep-tech company established in 2015, dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through innovative intelligent systems. Our product lineup features advanced aircraft like V-BAT and X-BAT, alongside our Hivemind Enterprise and Hivemind Vision solutions. With a global presence across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region, Shield AI's cutting-edge technology is integral to operations worldwide. Discover more at www.shield.ai. Connect with us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer with expertise in developing sophisticated perception systems that empower autonomous aircraft to navigate effectively in intricate and challenging environments. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in real-time object detection, sensor fusion, and state estimation algorithms, utilizing data from a variety of mission sensors including EO/IR cameras, radars, and IMUs. This role demands adept algorithmic thinking, a thorough understanding of airborne sensing technologies, and a proven ability to deliver high-performance software in both simulated and real-world scenarios.At Shield AI, we are on a mission to advance autonomy for unmanned aircraft across all Department of Defense (DoD) domains, including air, sea, and land. Our Perception Engineers are critical in crafting the situational awareness necessary for autonomy, ensuring that our systems can comprehensively understand and respond to the operational environment with agility, accuracy, and resilience.

Join Shield AI as a Senior Staff Designer!At Shield AI, founded in 2015, we are a pioneering deep-tech company committed to safeguarding service members and civilians through intelligent systems. Our innovative product lines, including the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft and the Hivemind solutions, are utilized globally, with offices across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific. For further details, please visit www.shield.ai and connect with us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.The Senior Staff Designer position within our Hivemind organization involves tackling intricate User Experience and Product Design challenges that encompass the full spectrum of user interactions in developing, deploying, testing, and evaluating autonomy solutions. Our Hivemind products cater to diverse user roles, including external operators of autonomous systems, test engineers evaluating systems in various environments, and AI engineers refining autonomy architectures. A significant focus of our products is on developer-centric software tools (such as SDKs and CLIs), and we are seeking designers with relevant experience to contribute to these areas. Additionally, our products leverage web technologies and user interfaces to facilitate configuration management, scenario design, mission planning, and testing processes. The workflows supported by these products are varied, ranging from the immersive experiences of operators using ground-control-station clients to autonomy engineers working within an Integrated Development Environment, to test engineers utilizing web portals and CLI tools. As such, Hivemind represents a sophisticated and technical product that enables intricate workflows across multiple collaborative teams.

Coffman Engineers Inc. is looking for an entry-level Structural Designer to join the San Diego office. This position offers the chance to support seasoned engineers and play a part in designing structures that prioritize safety and effectiveness. Main responsibilities Collaborate with engineers to develop structural design solutions Assist in creating designs that consider both innovation and sustainability Participate in project meetings and design reviews Team environment The San Diego team values open collaboration and encourages professional growth. New team members can expect support as they build their skills and start their careers in structural engineering.

Join Shield AI as a Senior Staff Systems Engineer!At Shield AI, we are driven by our commitment to safeguarding service members and civilians through innovative technology. Since our inception in 2015, we have developed groundbreaking products such as the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, along with the Hivemind Enterprise and Hivemind Vision product lines. Our global presence spans across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, ensuring our advanced technology supports missions worldwide.Job Responsibilities:As a Senior Staff Systems Engineer in our next-gen UAS program, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and integrating state-of-the-art autonomous aircraft systems tailored for national defense. Your role will involve leading the technical execution of system architecture, ensuring the flawless integration of avionics, autonomy, propulsion, sensor payloads, and mission-critical systems.This position demands a profound understanding of aerospace systems engineering, autonomy, and complex system integration. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams in hardware, software, autonomy, flight operations, and manufacturing to create a scalable, mission-ready platform adept at functioning in contested environments.Your expertise will be vital in defining system requirements and architectures through model-based systems engineering, conducting trade studies, ensuring adherence to military and aviation standards, and supporting the aircraft through flight testing and operational deployment.