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Shield AI
Principal Thermal Engineer
Seattle, Washington · On-site · Full time · Senior level
$250k–$350k / year
About the role
Lead design, analysis, and integration of aircraft avionics thermal management systems. Solve complex thermal engineering challenges for unmanned aerial vehicles.
What you’ll do
• Own thermal architecture and design strategy for UAV avionics and aircraft systems. • Lead trade studies balancing thermal performance with integration constraints. • Develop and validate heat transfer and fluid flow models using CFD tools. • Define verification strategies and guide test planning and data analysis. • Mentor engineers and establish reusable thermal design methods.
What you’ll bring
• B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. • 12+ years in avionics or electronics thermal engineering. • Expertise in heat transfer and fluid mechanics. • Proficiency with thermal analysis and CFD tools. • Strong communication and mentoring skills.
Life at Shield AI
Offers competitive salary, bonus, benefits, and equity. Committed to equal opportunity and inclusive workplace.
About Shield AI
Shield AI is a defense-tech company developing intelligent systems to protect service members and civilians worldwide.