At a glance
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Location
- Dallas
- Salary
- USD 29-44
About the role
- Shield AI is seeking a Propulsion Engineering Technician (R6045) in Dallas to support R&D testing for experimental propulsion systems and components.
Responsibilities
- Design, fabricate, assemble, and maintain custom test setups, fixtures, and instrumentation for engine and propulsion system validation.
- Develop and execute test plans for experimental propulsion systems and components in collaboration with engineering.
- Define and document test procedures and work instructions for new tests in environments with little or no precedent.
- Fabricate mechanical and electrical test hardware using composites, machined parts, 3D printing, adhesives, and aerospace-grade fasteners.
- Conduct and monitor propulsion system tests, including piston engine/propeller tests.
- Operate and maintain instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and specialized calibration tools.
- Support avionics integration, wire harness fabrication, and system-level electrical testing.
- Analyze test data, document findings, and provide feedback to engineering teams to improve designs and testing methodologies.
- Work closely with propulsion, mechanical, aerospace, structural, manufacturing, software, and electrical engineering teams to support R&D testing.
- Ensure discipline, accuracy, and repeatability in all test results and reports.
Requirements
- Proven experience designing and/or executing engineering test setups/fixtures, and test campaigns.
- Ability to self-direct test planning and execution with minimal supervision.
- Strong hands-on background in hardware or avionics fabrication, including machining, 3D printing, adhesive bonding, and/or wiring harnesses.
- Proficiency with precision tools, calibrated measurement equipment, power tools, thread specifications, and torque procedures.
- Comfortable working in shop and lab environments with exposure to noise, dust, and chemicals.
- Ability to lift and move parts and equipment (up to 50 lbs.) and perform physical work for extended periods.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience in aerospace propulsion or engine development.
- Working knowledge of piston engines, preferably two-stroke.
- Experience with avionics systems, sensors, harness fabrication, and R&D testing environments.
- Familiarity with data acquisition systems, instrumentation calibration, and sensor integration.
- Deep understanding of torque, fastener, and adhesive specifications for aerospace hardware.
- Ability to interpret and analyze test data to inform engineering design decisions.
- Experience with command line syntax or microcontroller programming (Arduino or similar).
Benefits
- Bonus
- Benefits
- Equity
- temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment for temporary employees)
Skills
- 3D Printing
- Wire Harness Fabrication
- Avionics Integration
- Data Acquisition Systems
- Instrumentation Calibration
- Microcontroller Programming
- Arduino
