EWIS Harness Design - Engineer

Job Description:

Shield AI is on a mission to build the world’s best aircraft—andwe’relooking for a Harness Design Engineer to help power that vision. In this high-impact, high-ownership role,you’llbe designing complex wire harnesses and cable assemblies that are the nervous system of X-BAT, our next-generation autonomous UAV platform.

Yourexpertisein harness designwon’tjust support the mission—it will enable it. From concept to deployment,you’llplay a critical role in ensuring reliability, precision, and performance in the field, where failure is not an option.

Ifyou’repassionate aboutcutting-edgeaerospace 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.

• 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

• 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

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.