Senior Staff Engineer Power System, Launch Recovery Vehicle (R6025)

Seattle · 10+ years experience · Onsite · Posted Sep 22, 2026

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Shield AI is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer for the Power System on the Launch Recovery Vehicle in Seattle.
The role involves defining and executing the vision of the Launch and Recovery Vehicle power system from concept to production, as well as building and leading a team of engineers.

Define and execute the vision of the Launch and Recovery Vehicle power system from concept to production, including power generation, regulation, distribution, power quality, and control.
Design, develop, and integrate state-of-the-art high-power systems tailored for optimal performance and reliability in harsh environments.
Guide teammates toward appropriate custom power electronic designs.
Enable an uninterruptible power system.
Conduct make vs. buy trade studies and select, test, and integrate modules for use in the aircraft.
Ensure system performance and reliability are met through rigorous verification.
Debug complex problems related to electrical design, environmental factors, and manufacturing.
Help build the team and lead multiple engineers dedicated to power system design.
Drive a cross-functional team to execute the top-level architecture.
Provide mentorship, design review, and program execution leadership.

Power system design experience on a large vehicle, aircraft, or an equivalent power system such as a rocket, satellite, or submarine.
10+ years relevant experience.
Have delivered power system and power electronic products to market.
Proficient with electrical engineering development tools, simulation, and test equipment.
Strong technical fundamentals and analysis.