9fc281b0-84b Senior Mechanical Engineer, Actuation & Fluid Systems We're seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the development of hydraulic and actuated systems for our X-BAT jet-engine VTOL military UAV platform. This role involves designing components and fluid systems, engaging with suppliers, performing system and component analysis and sizing, and owning multiple aspects of X-BAT's hydraulics and actuation systems.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Collaborating with the engineering team to design, analyse, and implement hydraulic and actuated system designs
  • Managing suppliers to establish component and system specifications, purchasing COTS equipment, and ensuring timely delivery of systems to the aircraft
  • Designing and executing tests to ensure component and system-level performance meets requirements
  • Owning and managing lightweight system-level requirements
  • Working with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure excellent implementation of designs

The ideal candidate will have a BS in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent), 5+ years of experience in fluid or hydraulic system design, and strong CAD skills (preferably NX). They should also be proficient in hydraulic system analysis, including 1st principles, Simscape, and Amesim.

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]]> full-time senior onsite $110,000 - $160,000 a year Mechanical Engineering, Fluid System Design, Hydraulic Components, CAD Skills (NX), Hydraulic System Analysis, Environmental and Operational Robustness, Ground Test and Flight Test Campaigns, Reliability and Safety Methods Engineering Technology Shield AI https://logos.yubhub.co/shield.ai.png Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company founded in 2015, developing intelligent systems for military and civilian use. https://www.shield.ai https://jobs.lever.co/shieldai/269355be-4438-4d8c-9ee7-336456be9051 Dallas 2026-04-17