Staff Engineer, Electromechanical Motor Design (R6028)

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

Own the design of motors and other electric machines for X-BAT and other next gen aircraft Design sub-systems and components including wound field motor, permanent magnet motor, and motor mechanical structural components Integrate designs with the aircraft structure, engine, power electronics, and thermal system Create detailed 3D CAD models and 2D drawings of electro-mechanical designs at a component and motor sub-system level Release detailed work instructions and documentation in close collaboration with manufacturing Execute hands on testing and full qualification on a representative dyno, engine test stand, and full aircraft Perform noise and vibration testing on components for motors and power electronics, including vehicle powertrain and thermal systems

5+ years of experience in mechanical design of electric motors Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent Strong technical fundamentals with material selection, mechanics, dynamics, thermal, DFM, and tolerancing Proficiency with 3D CAD modeling Experience with GD&T, stack-up analyses (linear & radial), and determining realistic tolerancing limits based on manufacturing best practices Have delivered motor products from design through production Hands on experience to verify performance and integrate with power electronics Experience testing for noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting You have a demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others

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