Senior Structural Analyst; R3263

Company Overview

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture‑backed deep‑tech company that protects service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V‑BAT and X‑BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities worldwide, Shield AI’s technology supports operations across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia‑Pacific. For more information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Follow Shield AI on Linked In, X, Instagram, and You Tube.

Shield AI seeks a Senior Structural Analyst to support the structural analysis and testing of advanced UAVs. The role focuses on analysis, validation, and optimization of lightweight, high‑performance aircraft structures with cross‑functional teams.

• Build and refine FEM models to evaluate structural performance of UAV components and subassemblies.
• Perform static, modal, fatigue, and vibration analyses to assess stress, deformation, and durability.
• Conduct hand calculations to validate FEA results and support design decisions.
• Partner with design engineers to optimize structures for weight, strength, and manufacturability.
• Support development and execution of structural test plans, including quasi‑static, vibration, and shock testing.
• Analyze structural test data and flight telemetry to correlate analysis predictions with real‑world performance.
• Assist in defining load cases, material properties, and design margins.
• Prepare and present structural analysis reports to cross‑functional engineering teams.
• Contribute to improving analysis workflows, tools, and documentation.

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in structural analysis, FEA, or aerospace structures.
• Experience with FEA tools (ANSYS, NASTRAN, Hyper Works, or similar).
• Strong hand‑calculation skills for strength, stability, and fatigue.
• Working knowledge of composite materials and lightweight structures.
• Familiarity with structural testing methods.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools (Excel, MATLAB, Python, or similar).
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in a team‑based environment.

• Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Experience with UAVs, aircraft structures, or aerospace testing programs.
• Exposure to CAD (NX, Solid Works) and PLM tools.
• Familiarity with aerospace standards and structural certification concepts.

Salary: $112,439 – $168,659 a year, plus bonus, benefits, and equity.

Shield AI is 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.