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title: Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer at Shield AI
description: Shield AI is hiring for the Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer role in Seattle,
  WA. Pays $208K–$312K per year. See the full description and apply.
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date: 2026-09-28T03:38:41Z
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| **Company** | Shield AI |
| **Location** | Seattle, WA |
| **Salary** | $208K/yr - $312K/yr |
| **Type** | Full Time |
| **Posted** | Sep 22, 2026 |
## Description

We are seeking a highly motivated engineer to support the design, development, integration, and fielding of a next-generation autonomous aircraft system. This position requires a balance of technical rigor, rapid decision-making, and hands-on engineering to efficiently transition concepts into operational capability. The ideal candidate is comfortable solving complex problems, taking ownership, working within an accelerated aircraft development environment, and is motivated by getting meaningful capability into the hands of operators quickly.

## How to Apply

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