Lead battery system architecture, design, qualification, integration, and production for X-BAT, launch/recovery vehicles, and ground equipment. Deploy high-voltage, high-power battery systems, build team and lab, perform verification, debug complex electrical and environmental issues, and provide mentorship and program leadership.
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:
As the Battery owner, you will be responsible for all aspects of battery systems for X-BAT, the Launch and Recovery Vehicle, and ground equipment. This includes the architecture, design, qualification, integration, and deployment to production.
You will help us build a team of world class engineers to support all design needs. A vertically integrated battery pack design will enable top performance, ease of integration, reliability, and rapid supply chain procurement. If you enjoy working cross-functionally and solving hard problems, please apply!
What you'll do:
- Define and execute the vision of the battery system for X-BAT, the Launch and Recovery Vehicle, and all ground equipment
- Deploy high voltage batteries (270V and higher) to support a power system on the order of 100kW
- Design, develop, and integrate state-of-the-art high-power systems tailored for optimal performance and reliability in harsh environments (high altitude, radiation, etc.)
- Execute make/buy trades that align with a long term development roadmap
- Help hire and build the Power System team
- Build a world class power electronics lab that serves all battery needs
- Ensure system performance and reliability is met through rigorous verification
- Debug complex problems related to the electrical design, environmental, manufacturing, etc.
- Provide mentorship, design review, and program execution leadership
- Work in a fast-paced environment
Required qualifications:
- You have a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Battery design experience on large aircraft, or an equivalent power system (rocket, satellite, submarine, etc.)
- 5+ years relevant experience
- Have delivered battery power systems to market
- Proficient with electrical engineering development tools, simulation, and test equipment
- Strong technical fundamentals and analysis
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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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