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# Lead Mechanical Engineer, Hardware Test (X-BAT) at shieldai

Department: X-BAT Division

Compensation

$150,000 – $230,000/yr

**Setup**
: On-site

**Location**
: Seattle, Washington

**Type**
: Full-time, Other

**Level**
: lead/mgmt

**Posted**
: Sep 25, 2026

## Description

Shield AI is hiring a Lead Mechanical Engineer, Hardware Test to lead the design, development, validation, and maintenance of mechanical test infrastructure for X-BAT autonomous aircraft hardware. The role owns test stands, fixtures, tooling, structural support, and mechanical systems; performs mechanical analysis; leads a small team; and coordinates with test, electrical, avionics, manufacturing, and technician teams. Candidates need a mechanical engineering or related STEM degree, senior or lead mechanical engineering experience in aerospace, defense, robotics, or complex hardware, team leadership experience, CAD proficiency, and familiarity with mechanical engineering practices.

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