Mechanic Jobs at Shield AI with Visa Sponsorship
Mechanic roles at Shield AI sit at the intersection of precision maintenance and cutting-edge autonomous systems, supporting some of the most advanced platforms in aerospace and defense. Shield AI has a track record of sponsoring international talent across multiple visa categories for technical and skilled trades functions.
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Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Shield AI is seeking a Staff Harness Design Engineer with deep expertise in harness design to support the development of our next-generation autonomous UAV platform. In this high-ownership role, you will lead the architecture, design, and development of precision wire harnesses and cable assemblies that are critical to mission success.
What you'll do:
- Lead design of wire harnesses and cable assemblies for autonomous UAVs
- Own harness design process: concept, 3D CAD routing, analysis, and drawing release
- Perform electrical and environmental analysis for harness reliability
- Prototype and test harnesses in dynamic, mission-critical environments
- Collaborate with avionics, systems, and manufacturing teams for integration
- Mentor engineers and drive harness design best practices
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering
- 8+ years in wire harness design for aerospace or robotics
- Strong CAD skills (NX or CATIA preferred) for 3D harness modeling
- Experience using EWIS design software (Zuken, Capital, etc)
- Expertise in GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards
- Experience with electrical schematics and connector selection
- Hands-on experience with harness fabrication or testing
- Ability to work independently and lead in fast-paced, cross-functional teams
- A demonstrated record of working hard, being trustworthy, holding yourself to high standards, and being kind to others
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience designing harnesses for UAVs, aircraft, or spacecraft
- Familiarity with EWIS compliance and RTCA DO-160 testing
- Proficiency in failure mode analysis (FMEA) and root cause investigations
- Knowledge of Teamcenter or similar PLM systems
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $136,730 - $205,096 a year
Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
INTRODUCTION
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Shield AI is seeking a Staff Harness Design Engineer with deep expertise in harness design to support the development of our next-generation autonomous UAV platform. In this high-ownership role, you will lead the architecture, design, and development of precision wire harnesses and cable assemblies that are critical to mission success.
What you'll do:
- Lead design of wire harnesses and cable assemblies for autonomous UAVs
- Own harness design process: concept, 3D CAD routing, analysis, and drawing release
- Perform electrical and environmental analysis for harness reliability
- Prototype and test harnesses in dynamic, mission-critical environments
- Collaborate with avionics, systems, and manufacturing teams for integration
- Mentor engineers and drive harness design best practices
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering
- 8+ years in wire harness design for aerospace or robotics
- Strong CAD skills (NX or CATIA preferred) for 3D harness modeling
- Experience using EWIS design software (Zuken, Capital, etc)
- Expertise in GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards
- Experience with electrical schematics and connector selection
- Hands-on experience with harness fabrication or testing
- Ability to work independently and lead in fast-paced, cross-functional teams
- A demonstrated record of working hard, being trustworthy, holding yourself to high standards, and being kind to others
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience designing harnesses for UAVs, aircraft, or spacecraft
- Familiarity with EWIS compliance and RTCA DO-160 testing
- Proficiency in failure mode analysis (FMEA) and root cause investigations
- Knowledge of Teamcenter or similar PLM systems
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $136,730 - $205,096 a year
Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Mechanic Jobs at Shield AI Jobs
Obtain FAA certification before applying
An FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate signals hands-on readiness for defense aviation maintenance. Shield AI's platforms require rigorous mechanical standards, and holding this credential positions you ahead of candidates who need employer-funded training before clearance-adjacent work begins.
Target Shield AI's MRO and depot roles
Shield AI posts Mechanic openings tied to specific aircraft platforms and operational sites. Filter your search by location and platform type, since roles supporting autonomous systems often have different sponsorship pathways than general aviation maintenance positions within the same company.
Clarify your visa category early in interviews
TN status works if you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship and qualify under the USMCA technician classification. For other nationalities, EB-2 or EB-3 PERM sponsorship is the more common path for Mechanic roles, so confirm which route the hiring team is prepared to support before accepting an offer.
Align your resume with defense maintenance standards
Highlight experience with military-specification maintenance documentation, torque and calibration procedures, or avionics integration. Shield AI's defense contracts demand compliance with specific technical standards, and resumes that reflect this directly address the qualifications their hiring teams screen for in Mechanic candidates.
Understand the PERM timeline for Mechanic roles
PERM labor certification through DOL can take 12 to 18 months before an EB-3 petition is filed with USCIS. If you're already in the U.S. on OPT or another status, map your authorization expiry against this timeline and discuss bridging options with the employer before your start date.
Use Migrate Mate to find open Mechanic roles
Searching for sponsorship-friendly Mechanic openings at defense contractors is easier when listings are filtered by visa type. Migrate Mate lets you browse Shield AI's current Mechanic postings and filter by the visa categories they actively sponsor, saving time you'd otherwise spend vetting individual listings.
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Find Mechanic at Shield AI JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Shield AI sponsor H-1B visas for Mechanics?
Shield AI's sponsorship for Mechanic roles more commonly runs through EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card pathways rather than H-1B. Mechanic positions typically fall under skilled trades classifications that align better with PERM-based immigrant visa routes. That said, F-1 OPT, CPT, TN, and J-1 categories have also been used for roles in this function, so your eligibility depends on your specific visa status and nationality.
How do I apply for Mechanic jobs at Shield AI?
Applications go through Shield AI's careers portal, where Mechanic roles are listed by site and platform type. Before applying, confirm your visa eligibility for the specific role, since some positions require security clearance eligibility that can affect sponsorship options. Migrate Mate aggregates Shield AI's open Mechanic postings filtered by visa category, which is a faster way to identify roles that match your immigration situation before you apply directly.
Which visa types are commonly used for Mechanic roles at Shield AI?
EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship through PERM labor certification is the most established path for Mechanic roles at Shield AI. F-1 OPT and CPT are available for students or recent graduates in relevant technical programs. TN status applies to Canadian and Mexican nationals who qualify under USMCA technician categories. J-1 is also supported in certain training or exchange contexts.
What qualifications does Shield AI expect for Mechanic roles?
Shield AI's Mechanic postings typically require hands-on experience with aircraft maintenance, familiarity with military or defense-grade documentation standards, and often an FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate. Experience with autonomous or unmanned aerial systems is a meaningful differentiator given Shield AI's platform focus. Some roles also require the ability to obtain a security clearance, which affects which visa categories can realistically lead to an offer.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Mechanic role at Shield AI?
For EB-3 sponsorship, the PERM labor certification process at DOL typically runs 12 to 18 months, followed by USCIS processing of the I-140 petition. If your priority date is current, adjustment of status or consular processing adds additional time. For F-1 OPT, work authorization is tied to your program end date and the 60-day grace period, so coordinating your start date with your OPT timeline is critical before signing an offer.
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