Full-Time
Electrical Test & Rapid Prototype Engineer II
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Shield AI
501-1,000 employees
Develops AI and autonomous systems for defense
Compensation Overview
$89.5k - $134.2kAnnually
Mid
Grand Prairie, TX, USA
Position requires onsite presence in the Dallas metro area.
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering; or equivalent work experience
- Mastery of fundamental engineering concepts, including EE, Mech E, Programming, Physics, and Mathematics.
- Experience working on multidisciplinary hardware development projects, which can be from an internship, job, club, team, personal project, etc…
- Demonstrated history of showing ownership of project outcomes and delivering exceptional results.
- Record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.
- Own requirements gathering, design, and validation of multiple test stands used to test components and subsystems on V-BAT.
- Gain expertise in multiple disciplines within EE as you design test systems for power electronics, communications, RF, and more.
- Design simple to moderately complex PCBs that interface between the test stand and the device-under-test (DUT).
- Design test stands and test fixtures, which may include relays, PLCs, PCBAs, harnessing, and various other pieces of electrical and mechanical equipment.
- Use Python to create fully automated test sequences.
- Contribute to and attend cross-functional design reviews. Advocate for design changes that result in simpler testing processes.
- Other duties as assigned.
Shield AI specializes in creating artificial intelligence and autonomous systems specifically for the defense industry. The company develops AI-powered systems, including autonomous drones, that assist military operations, especially in environments where GPS and communication may not be available. This technology allows for safer and more efficient defense operations. Shield AI differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on advanced AI solutions tailored for challenging military scenarios and by securing significant contracts with government and military clients, such as the multi-billion dollar EWAAC contract. The company's goal is to enhance operational capabilities and safety in defense operations, ultimately aiming to protect lives.
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$772.8M
Headquarters
San Diego, California
Founded
2015
6 month growth
↑ 16%1 year growth
↑ 34%2 year growth
↑ 65%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Growing demand for AI-driven ISR solutions boosts Shield AI's market potential.
- Expansion into the Indian defense market through JSW Defence partnership enhances growth.
- Significant venture capital backing supports Shield AI's rapid growth and innovation.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from companies like Palantir could challenge Shield AI's market position.
- Reliance on government contracts poses risks if defense spending or policies change.
- Partnership with JSW Defence may face regulatory hurdles affecting production timelines.
What makes Shield AI unique
- Shield AI's Hivemind is the first autonomous AI Pilot deployed in combat since 2018.
- The company specializes in AI systems for defense, enhancing military safety and efficiency.
- Strategic partnerships, like with Palantir, boost Shield AI's AI capabilities and market reach.
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Benefits
Medical Insurance Coverage
Long Term Disability Insurance
Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA
Employee Assistance Program
Subsidized Gym Membership
Pet Insurance
Competitive Compensation
Retirement Services
Life Insurance
Parental Leave
Bereavement Support
Flexible Work Hours
PTO
Paid Holidays
Commuter Benefits
Relaxed Dress Code
Yearly Swag Items
Unlimited Snacks
Bottomless Beverages
Annual Celebrations
Work From Home Benefits
Standing Desks and Widescreen Monitors