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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Aerostructures Design Engineer (R5158) - **Company:** Shield AI - **Location:** Seattle, WA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Abaqus, Adobe InDesign, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), SolidWorks (CAD), Nastran (Computer-Aided Design Software), Systems Integration, Ansys - **Published:** August 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9115184/senior-aerostructures-design-engineer-r5158 ## About the Role * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline. * 5+ years of experience in aircraft structural design or closely related aerospace structures. * Experience designing and releasing structural components in development or production environments. * Working knowledge of composite and metallic structures, including fasteners, bonded joints, and load paths. * Proficiency in CAD tools (NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, or similar). * Understanding of GD&T, tolerance stackups, and DFMA principles. * Strong written and verbal technical communication skills. * Demonstrated ability to operate in fast-paced, high-ownership engineering environments * Ability to get a S//SAR level security clearance desired. Preferred qualifications: * M.S. degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering. * Experience supporting UAV, DoD, or aerospace vehicle programs. * Familiarity with aerospace standards (MIL-STD, ASME Y14.5, FAA). * Experience supporting hardware through test, failure analysis, and design iteration. * Exposure to composite design and manufacturing methods. * Experience using FEA tools (ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN, or similar) for linear structural analysis ## Description * Design and develop structural components and assemblies for Shield AI's next-generation UAV platform, supporting both primary and secondary aircraft structures. * Execute all stages of the design lifecycle including conceptual development, initial CAD modeling, detailed design, and drawing release. * Perform hand calculations for stress or strain with limited basic FEA analysis, with guidance from senior engineers as needed. * Collaborate closely with aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, payload, and manufacturing teams to support system integration across airframe interfaces. * Support structural validation efforts including coupon testing, subcomponent testing, and system-level verification. * Generate high-quality design documentation, drawings, interface definitions, and analysis reports in compliance with aerospace standards. * Partner with manufacturing and flight test teams to resolve build issues and support hardware through test and deployment. * Participate in design reviews and technical discussions, presenting work clearly and incorporating feedback effectively. * Continuously improve personal technical depth in structural layout, joints, fasteners, tolerancing, and structural optimization. ## Related Videos - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Cloud Vendor Lock-In - Is it just a new version of the Database Abstraction Layers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1185-cloud-vendor-lock-in-is-it-just-a-new-version-of-the-database-abstraction-layers) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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