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Propulsion Test Engineer (R4380)

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

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Company

Shield AI

Location

Wichita Metro Area

Status

Open

Posted

2026-01-07T04:58:34.59+00:00

Shield AI is hiring a propulsion test engineer to lead propulsion test planning and execution for the X-BAT autonomous VTOL jet. The person will set test strategy, direct engine and hover test campaigns, and provide technical leadership. The posting asks for deep experience in jet propulsion testing, developmental flight test operations including mission control room work, and high-energy ground testing. The role involves collaboration with propulsion engineers, flight test teams, autonomy developers, instrumentation specialists, and safety groups to define objectives, assess risk, and generate test data.