Staff Engineer, Actuated Systems

Job overview

The Staff Engineer, Actuated Systems role is onsite in Dallas, TX, with annual compensation of $142,880–$214,320. Shield AI develops intelligent systems intended to protect service members and civilians; this role supports development of a Group 5 UAV fighter aircraft. The engineer owns mechanical design and integration of aircraft actuation systems, taking concepts through detailed design, release, testing, and vehicle integration. The work helps transition actuator and mechanism designs into operational, production-ready hardware while resolving interfaces with adjacent vehicle systems.

What you'll do

• Develop actuator and mechanism layouts
• own detailed CAD design through drawing release
• perform actuator sizing, kinematic layout, installation analysis, hand calculations, and basic FEA
• define vehicle interfaces
• maintain design documentation
• support component selection, suppliers, prototype assembly, qualification testing, and airworthiness certification.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

staff engineer

actuated systems

mechanical design

aerospace

uav

flight control actuation

dallas tx

shield ai

$142,880–$214,320/year

active secret clearance

u.s. citizens only

cad and fea

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• For regular full-time employees, the posting lists bonus, benefits, and equity.

Why this role

Requires U.S. citizenship and an active Secret or higher clearance; the posting lists a full-time regular employee package with bonus, benefits, and equity.

About the employer

Shield AI is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.