Hybrid Senior Director, Avionics Engineering

Posted 6 days ago

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About the role

  • Define and execute the vision of our next generation aircraft avionics from concept through production
  • Build, lead, and mentor a world-class avionics engineering team
  • Drive the design of custom avionics hardware and support equipment
  • Integrate off-the-shelf hardware and drive the roadmap for future vertical integration
  • Establish and enforce appropriate design processes
  • Maintain technical excellence—implement rigorous design processes and ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Ensure system performance meets requirements and design expectations
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Shield’s core teams, such as engineering, production, supply chain, business development, and program management
  • Engage with external partners – coordinate with vendors and engineering teams as needed
  • Work in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience as an Electrical Engineer or a related field
  • 5+ years of leadership experience
  • Strong technical fundamentals
  • Experience with custom electronics design and system level integration
  • Have worked on large platforms, such as aircraft, rockets, satellites, automotive, etc.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
  • Ability to travel up to 50% to Shield AI sites, partner facilities, and test locations as needed.

Benefits

  • Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  • Temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Job title

Senior Director, Avionics Engineering

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$241,594 - $362,390 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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