Engineering Technician 4, Quality Assurance (R5977)
shieldai· Quality
About this role
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.
Job Description:
This Engineering Technician will support XBAT prototype ground testing and flight testing. This hands-on role will work closely with Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Test Engineering, and Design Engineering to verify hardware quality, identify and investigate issues, and ensure prototype configurations and test articles meet defined requirements.
What you'll do:
- Perform in-process, final, pre-test, and post-test inspections of XBAT prototype hardware.
- Inspect mechanical, electrical, structural, composite, and electromechanical assemblies using appropriate measurement equipment.
- Verify hardware configuration, workmanship, dimensions, torque, installation, and traceability against engineering requirements.
- Support ground and flight test readiness by verifying required inspections and documentation are complete.
- Inspect and document hardware condition following testing, including damage, failures, and abnormal conditions.
- Collect objective evidence such as measurements, photographs, and inspection results to support engineering investigations.
- Identify, document, and contain nonconformances; support MRB, root-cause investigations, and corrective actions.
- Work directly with Quality, Manufacturing, Test, and Design Engineering to resolve prototype quality issues.
- Support development and improvement of inspection plans, checklists, acceptance criteria, and quality processes.
- Maintain accurate inspection, configuration, and quality records for serialized prototype hardware.
- Identify recurring issues and provide feedback to engineering and manufacturing teams to improve product and process quality.
Required qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, aviation, or a related technical field.
- Experience supporting prototype development or flight testing.
- Experience with hands-on inspection, testing, manufacturing, or troubleshooting of complex aerospace hardware.
- Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience with UAVs, aircraft, flight hardware, or aerospace structures.
- Experience with GD&T, composites, electrical systems, or electromechanical assemblies.
- Experience with nonconformance, MRB, RCCA, or failure investigation.
- Familiarity with AS9100.
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Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Engineering Technician 4, Quality Assurance (R5977) role at shieldai?
The listed salary for this Engineering Technician 4, Quality Assurance (R5977) position at shieldai is USD 35–53. This is a remote Full Time Employee role.
Is the Engineering Technician 4, Quality Assurance (R5977) job at shieldai remote?
Yes, this Engineering Technician 4, Quality Assurance (R5977) position at shieldai is remote, with team members based in Remote. You can work from home or anywhere in the supported regions.
Is the Engineering Technician 4, Quality Assurance (R5977) role at shieldai full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time Employee position. It is posted as a Engineering Technician 4, Quality Assurance (R5977) role in the Quality department at shieldai.
Which team or department does the Engineering Technician 4, Quality Assurance (R5977) at shieldai belong to?
This Engineering Technician 4, Quality Assurance (R5977) position is part of the Quality department at shieldai. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Engineering Technician 4, Quality Assurance (R5977) position at shieldai?
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When was the Engineering Technician 4, Quality Assurance (R5977) job at shieldai posted?
This Engineering Technician 4, Quality Assurance (R5977) position at shieldai was posted on Sep 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Engineering Technician 4, Quality Assurance (R5977)
shieldai · 💰 USD 35–53
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