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Latest Embedded Engineering jobs at Shield AI

Staff Engineer, Electrical Integration & Test

Lead design and deployment of advanced test systems and frameworks for aerospace UAV hardware, including software architecture, automation, and cross-functional validation in high-reliability environments.

150k – 220kDallas, TXEmbedded EngineeringOn-site3+ YOENxBash

Principal Engineer, Ground System Software

Principal Engineer leading software architecture and systems engineering integration for complex, mission-critical ground systems. Requires 8+ years software engineering and 3+ years architecture/leadership experience.

220k – 330kWashington, DCEmbedded EngineeringOn-site8+ YOEC#C++

Staff Engineer, Software, GCS - C++

Design, develop, and lead GCS/C2 software for unmanned systems using C++, Qt/QML, and QGroundControl. Own major features, mentor engineers, and support live mission operations.

150k – 230kSan Diego, CA +3Embedded EngineeringOn-site7+ YOEQtGo

Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration

Staff-level engineer leading autonomy software development and integration for unmanned platforms across air, maritime, space, and effects domains. Owns end-to-end delivery from design through field testing while mentoring engineers and interfacing with external partners.

188k – 281kWashington, DC +2Embedded EngineeringOn-site7+ YOEC++Dds

Senior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration

Senior technical leader developing and fielding autonomy software for unmanned platforms across air, maritime, space, and effects domains. Owns technical direction across multiple programs, mentors senior engineers, drives architecture and standards, and supports live field testing and integration.

228k – 342kWashington, DC +2Embedded EngineeringOn-site10+ YOEC++Dds

Senior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration

Develop and integrate autonomy software for unmanned platforms across air, maritime, space, and effects domains. Own end-to-end deployment from simulation through live field testing, working with C++ on embedded Linux systems.

160k – 240kWashington, DC +2Embedded EngineeringOn-site5+ YOEC++Dds

Senior Engineer, Sensor Integration

Sensor Integration Engineer supporting selection, characterization, calibration, and integration of multi-modal navigation sensors. Requires cross-functional work across electrical, mechanical, and software domains with 1-4 years experience.

120k – 180kDallas, TX +1Embedded EngineeringOn-site1+ YOESpiI2C

Staff Engineer, Software Embedded Applications

As a Staff Embedded Software Engineer, you will develop high-quality C/C++ code for X-Bat aircraft, leading cross-functional teams to implement advanced robotic avionics capabilities. You will own complex software features from design to production, participate in architecture reviews, and integrate software from various departments.

160k – 250kDallas, TX +1Embedded EngineeringOn-site7+ YOEC++Fpga

Senior Engineer, Software Embedded Applications (R5070)

Develop and integrate embedded C/C++ avionics software for UAVs, working with cross-functional teams on sensors, autonomy systems, and hardware-in-the-loop testing. Requires strong embedded systems experience and a STEM degree.

120k – 190kDallas, TXEmbedded EngineeringOn-siteCC++

Engineer II, Software Embedded Applications (R5069)

Develop and integrate embedded C/C++ software for UAV avionics systems, working with sensors, payloads, and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced aerospace environment. Requires BS/MS/PhD in engineering/CS and professional embedded C++ experience.

100k – 150kDallas, TX +1Embedded EngineeringOn-site2+ YOECC++

Senior Staff Engineer, Software Embedded Applications (R5068)

Lead embedded software development for advanced UAV avionics systems using C/C++, owning complex capabilities from design to production in a high-pace cross-functional environment.

190k – 290kDallas, TXEmbedded EngineeringOn-siteC++Bsp

Senior Staff Engineer, Systems (R

Lead development and integration of ground control station and communication systems for military aircraft and autonomous platforms. Requires 5+ years in aerospace communications, systems engineering expertise, and familiarity with RF, SATCOM, and datalinks.

170k – 250kSan Diego, CAEmbedded EngineeringOn-site5+ YOEMbseSatcom

Senior Staff Engineer, Systems (SD/TX/DC)

Lead integration, validation, and deployment of advanced weapon systems on military aircraft. Requires 5+ years in aerospace/mission systems and a bachelor's in engineering.

170k – 250kSan Diego, CA +2Embedded EngineeringOn-site5+ YOEMbseAvionics

Engineer I, Electromechanical (R4951)

Designs electro-mechanical solutions for avionics systems including packaging, interconnects, thermal management, and aircraft integration. Ensures compliance with standards like DO-160 and MIL-STD-810 using CAD, eCAD, and analysis tools. Requires BS/MS in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering.

76k – 110kSan Diego, CA +2Embedded EngineeringOn-siteEntry levelNxFEA

Senior Software Engineer, Autonomy Behaviors (R4588)

Develops tactical autonomy software for unmanned platforms across air, land, sea, and space domains, implementing behaviors for multi-agent coordination, target engagement, and survivability. Requires 5+ years in autonomy/robotics, production C++, and BS/MS/PhD in related field.

160k – 240kBoston, MA +1Embedded EngineeringOn-site5+ YOEC++ROS

Software Engineer II, Autonomy Behaviors (R4588)

Develops and tests autonomy behaviors for unmanned systems in air, land, sea, and space domains using C++. Requires BS degree, 2-3 years experience in robotics software like planning and optimization, and US Secret clearance eligibility.

132k – 198kBoston, MA +1Embedded EngineeringOn-site2+ YOEC++ROS

Staff Software Engineer, Autonomy Behaviors (R4588)

Leads development of tactical autonomy software for unmanned platforms across air, land, sea, and space domains. Architects scalable behaviors for multi-agent coordination, mission planning, and survivability; requires 7+ years in C++ and autonomy systems like planning and optimization.

188k – 281kBoston, MA +2Embedded EngineeringOn-site7+ YOEC++ROS

Engineer II, Flight Controls - X-BAT (R4816)

Designs and implements flight control laws for X-BAT across flight regimes, builds 6DOF simulations, executes verification including Monte Carlo and HIL, supports flight tests. Requires 3+ years GNC experience on real vehicles, proficiency in C++, MATLAB/Simulink, Python.

130k – 190kDallas, TXEmbedded EngineeringOn-site3+ YOEC++Gnc

Senior Engineer, Flight Controls - X-BAT (R4814)

Designs and implements flight control laws for X-BAT across all flight phases, builds high-fidelity 6DOF simulations, performs verification including Monte Carlo and HIL testing, supports flight operations, and integrates with cross-functional teams. Requires 5+ years in flight controls/GNC on real vehicles and proficiency in C++, MATLAB/Simulink, Python.

160k – 240kDallas, TXEmbedded EngineeringOn-site5+ YOEC++Gnc

Staff Engineer, Flight Controls - X-BAT (R4813)

Designs and implements flight control laws for eVTOL aircraft across all flight phases, builds 6DOF simulations, executes verification/validation, supports flight tests, and mentors engineers. Requires 6+ years GNC experience on real vehicles and proficiency in C++, MATLAB/Simulink, Python.

180k – 280kDallas, TXEmbedded EngineeringOn-site6+ YOEC++Gnc

Senior Staff Engineer, Flight Controls - X-BAT (R4812)

Owns flight control system design, development, and verification for XBAT VTOL aircraft, ensuring stable performance across all flight phases. Leads simulations, testing, integration with vehicle systems, and mentors engineers; requires 10+ years GNC experience on real vehicles.

220k – 340kDallas, TXEmbedded EngineeringOn-site10+ YOEC++Gnc

Senior Engineer, XBAT Simulation Modeling (R4546) (TX/SD/BOS)

Develops high-performance C++ models and infrastructure for aircraft simulation pipelines, including deterministic tools, automated testing, V&V, and performance analysis for XBAT autonomous aircraft. Requires 5+ years in C++ and experience with simulation systems for aerospace/robotics.

105k – 155kDallas, TX +2Embedded EngineeringOn-site5+ YOEC++Cmake

Principal Engineer, Survivability (R4608)

Designs and optimizes low observable features for autonomous aircraft, focusing on RCS shaping, EM signature modeling, and survivability integration. Requires 10+ years in LO engineering, proficiency in tools like HFSS and CST, and US Secret clearance.

200k – 310kSan Diego, CA +2Embedded EngineeringOn-site10+ YOEHfssXpatch

Senior Staff Engineer, Survivability (R4606)

Designs and optimizes low observable features for autonomous aircraft, focusing on RCS shaping, EM signature modeling with tools like HFSS and CST, and survivability testing. Requires 10+ years in LO engineering, EM simulation proficiency, and US Secret clearance.

170k – 250kSan Diego, CA +2Embedded EngineeringOn-site10+ YOEHfssXpatch

Staff Engineer, Guidance & Controls (R4763)

Develops and maintains control and autonomy algorithms for unmanned aerial systems, handling full lifecycle from design to flight testing. Requires 5+ years experience with control systems, robotics, and strong C++/Python skills.

180k – 280kDallas, TXEmbedded EngineeringOn-site5+ YOEC++Python

Senior Engineer, GNC - Sensor Integration (R4601)

Integrates and characterizes multi-modal navigation sensors (IMUs, GNSS, cameras) for aerospace, collaborating across electrical, mechanical, and software teams. Requires BS in engineering/physics and 1-4 years experience with sensor protocols and cross-disciplinary skills.

110k – 170kSan Diego, CA +2Embedded EngineeringOn-site1+ YOENxSpi

Principal Engineer, State Estimation (R4602)

Designs and implements safety-critical state estimation and navigation systems for aerospace platforms, including GNSS/INS fusion, multi-sensor integration for GPS-denied environments, and certification support. Requires 15+ years experience, MS/PhD, and strong C++/Python skills.

270k – 400kSan Diego, CA +3Embedded EngineeringOn-site15+ YOEC++Ins

Standardization Pilot (R4736)

Executes V-BAT UAS flight operations, develops and improves SOPs and training materials, ensures FAA compliance, and collaborates cross-functionally on standardization and process improvements. Requires UAS or military aviation pilot experience.

130k – 200kDallas, TXEmbedded EngineeringOn-siteUavSOPs

Senior Engineer, Radar Modeling & Simulation (Dallas/San Diego) (R4537)

Develops and enhances radar sensor models in C++ for aeronautical vehicle simulations, validates against real-world data, and integrates into training tools. Requires 5+ years aerospace modeling experience and BS in relevant field.

105k – 200kDallas, TX +1Embedded EngineeringOn-site5+ YOEC++Gps

Engineer, State Estimation (Dallas/San Diego/Boston/ DC/ San Fran)

Develops real-time state estimation algorithms, sensor fusion, and navigation for autonomous UAVs in GPS-denied environments. Requires 3+ years experience, C++ proficiency in Linux, and bachelor's degree.

120k – 250kDallas, TX +4Embedded EngineeringOn-site3+ YOEC++Ekf

Senior Engineer, Embedded OS (Dallas Tx) (R3793)

Designs, develops, and optimizes embedded OS components (Linux/RTOS) for UAVs, focusing on performance, reliability, security, and hardware integration. Requires 5+ years in real-time embedded systems, proficiency in C/C++/Python, and driver's development.

125k – 185kDallas, TXEmbedded EngineeringOn-site5+ YOECC++

Senior Engineer, Software - Autonomous Aircraft Integration (R4983)

Integrates autonomy software onto unmanned aircraft, prepares systems for flight, supports on-site testing and debugging, and analyzes flight data in lab and field environments. Requires 5+ years experience, C++/Python proficiency, Linux/embedded systems, and sensor integration knowledge.

160k – 240kWashington, DC +2Embedded EngineeringOn-site5+ YOEC++ROS

Staff Engineer, Software - Autonomous Aircraft Integration (R4983)

Integrates autonomy software onto unmanned aircraft, prepares systems for flight testing, supports on-site operations with debugging and data analysis. Requires 7+ years experience, C++/Python proficiency, embedded systems knowledge, and hands-on flight support in defense environments.

183k – 274kWashington, DC +2Embedded EngineeringOn-site7+ YOEC++ROS

Senior Staff Engineer, Software - Autonomous Aircraft Integration (R4983)

Integrates autonomy software onto unmanned aircraft, handles pre-flight preparation, supports on-site flight tests, debugs hardware/software issues, and analyzes flight data in lab and field settings. Requires 10+ years experience, C++/Python proficiency, and embedded systems knowledge.

221k – 331kWashington, DC +2Embedded EngineeringOn-site10+ YOEC++ROS

Senior Staff Engineer, Autonomy - Tactical Behaviors (R4073)

Designs and implements tactical autonomy algorithms and high-performance software for unmanned systems across air, land, and sea domains, integrating classical methods with reinforcement learning. Requires 10+ years experience in robotics, C++/Python proficiency, and DoD-relevant unmanned tech.

221k – 331kWashington, DC +2Embedded EngineeringOn-site10+ YOEC++ROS

Staff Engineer, State Estimation (Dallas/San Diego/Boston/DC/San Fran)

Develops and deploys real-time state estimation and sensor fusion algorithms for autonomous UAV navigation in GPS-denied environments. Requires 7+ years experience, C++ proficiency, and expertise in filtering techniques like Kalman filters.

188k – 281kDallas, TX +4Embedded EngineeringOn-site7+ YOEC++Ekf

Staff Engineer, Survivability (Dallas) (R4607)

Designs and optimizes low observable features for autonomous aircraft, including RCS shaping, EM signature modeling with tools like HFSS and CST, and survivability testing. Requires 7+ years in LO engineering, EM simulation proficiency, and US Secret clearance.

168k – 253kDallas, TX +2Embedded EngineeringOn-site7+ YOEHfssXpatch