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Job description
Shield AI is hiring a EWIS Harness Design Engineer — a full-time, based in Seattle, WA role. Apply directly on Shield AI's careers page below.
EWIS Harness Design - Engineer I
Team: X-BAT Engineering - Mechanical
Location: Seattle, Washington
Commitment: Full Time Employee
Workplace Type: onsite
Job Description:
Shield AI is on a mission to build the world’s best aircraft—and we’re looking for a Harness Design Engineer to help power that vision. In this high-impact, high-ownership role, you’ll be designing complex wire harnesses and cable assemblies that are the nervous system of X-BAT, our next-generation autonomous UAV platform.
Your expertise in harness design won’t just support the mission—it will enable it. From concept to deployment, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring reliability, precision, and performance in the field, where failure is not an option.
If you’re passionate about cutting-edge aerospace technology and want to build systems that make a real-world difference, this is your chance to make your mark—on the ground and in the skies.
What you'll do:
- Design wire harnesses and cable assemblies for X-BAT and supporting ground equipment
- Collaborate with electrical engineering to define connector selection, current/voltage requirements, shielding, and other design aspects
- Perform electrical, mechanical, and environmental analysis for harness reliability
- Prototype and test harnesses in dynamic, mission-critical environments
- Collaborate with avionics, systems, supply chain, and manufacturing teams for integration
- Lead technicians in building, testing, and debugging various parts of the EWIS system
Required qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering
- 0-2 years working with wire harness designs for automotive, aerospace, or robotics. Professional, personal, or club experience is acceptable
- 3D CAD modeling tool experience, such as NX or CATIA
- Knowledge of GD&T best practices, tolerance stack-ups, and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards
- Experience with electrical schematics and connector selection
- Hands-on experience with harness fabrication or testing
- Ability to work independently in fast-paced, cross-functional teams
- A demonstrated record of working hard, being trustworthy, holding yourself to high standards, and being kind to others
- Ability to obtain a S//SAR level security clearance desired.
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for EWIS Harness Design Engineer at Shield AI?
The required skills for EWIS Harness Design Engineer at Shield AI include: Electrical Engineering, CATIA.
What is the seniority level for EWIS Harness Design Engineer at Shield AI?
EWIS Harness Design Engineer at Shield AI is a Entry level position.
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