Senior Staff Systems Engineer, Launch & Recovery Vehicle Systems

Job overview

The Senior Staff Systems Engineer, Launch & Recovery Vehicle Systems role is onsite in Washington, DC. The listed annual salary range for Washington, DC is $170,000–$260,000; the broader posting also lists $210,000–$310,000 for Seattle, WA. Shield AI develops intelligent systems intended to protect service members and civilians.

What you'll do

• Lead technical execution of the Launch & Recovery Vehicle system architecture, integrating avionics, hydraulics, electrical power distribution, navigation, and mechanical, electrical, and data interfaces. Define system modes, states, transitions, fault responses, and requirements
• develop deployment concepts of operations
• conduct trade studies and risk management
• support integration, ground testing, verification, flight testing, and operational deployment
• and coordinate with DoD stakeholders, end users, and industry partners.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior staff systems engineer

launch & recovery vehicle

uas

systems architecture

systems integration

defense technology

washington dc

shield ai

full-time

onsite

$170k–$260k/year

security clearance eligibility

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Full-time regular employee offer package includes bonus, benefits, and equity.

Why this role

The role supports Shield AI’s next-generation unmanned aircraft system program and requires experience with complex electromechanical systems, model-based systems engineering tools, and deployment concepts. Ability to obtain an S//SAR-level security clearance is required.

About the employer

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