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Engineering Manager, Air Vehicle Mechanical Systems (R5391)
shieldai· X-BAT Engineering - Mechanical
About this role
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.
Job Description:
Shield AI is seeking an engineering manager of Mechanical Design to support the development of our next-generation autonomous UAV platform. In this high-ownership, high visibility role you will lead a team of engineers developing mechanical systems to support Shield AI’s next generation aircraft program(s).
You will work the director of engineering in a deputy capacity to support collaboration across engineering sites, align technical leaders, create mentorship opportunities for junior engineers, and assist in leveling engineering resources across vehicles and programs.
You will set the bar for excellence through technical demonstration, guidance, and mentorship.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Engineering Manager, Air Vehicle Mechanical Systems (R5391) role at shieldai?
The listed salary for this Engineering Manager, Air Vehicle Mechanical Systems (R5391) position at shieldai is USD 153K–229K. This is an Full Time Employee role.
Where is the Engineering Manager, Air Vehicle Mechanical Systems (R5391) position at shieldai located?
This Engineering Manager, Air Vehicle Mechanical Systems (R5391) role at shieldai is based in San Diego, California. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Engineering Manager, Air Vehicle Mechanical Systems (R5391) role at shieldai full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time Employee position. It is posted as a Engineering Manager, Air Vehicle Mechanical Systems (R5391) role in the X-BAT Engineering - Mechanical department at shieldai.
Which team or department does the Engineering Manager, Air Vehicle Mechanical Systems (R5391) at shieldai belong to?
This Engineering Manager, Air Vehicle Mechanical Systems (R5391) position is part of the X-BAT Engineering - Mechanical department at shieldai. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Engineering Manager, Air Vehicle Mechanical Systems (R5391) position at shieldai?
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When was the Engineering Manager, Air Vehicle Mechanical Systems (R5391) job at shieldai posted?
This Engineering Manager, Air Vehicle Mechanical Systems (R5391) position at shieldai was posted on Aug 18, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Engineering Manager, Air Vehicle Mechanical Systems (R5391)
shieldai · 💰 USD 153K–229K
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