Staff Technician, Mechanical Test
Shield AI · Seattle, Washington
Posted October 16, 2026
Job Description
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled Staff Technician, Mechanical Test to support the fabrication, instrumentation, and testing of X-Bat. This role is ideal for a hands-on builder who thrives in dynamic environments, has deep experience working with test stands, understands precision instrumentation techniques, and has a background in machine shop operations, 3D printing, and product prototyping.
You will be a key contributor in helping bring cutting-edge designs to life, playing a vital role in everything from early-stage prototype development to detailed testing and validation of final assemblies.
This position will be based in Seattle, WA once our production facility is up and running in Spring of 2027 - in the interim, periodic travel to Dallas, TX will be required (covered by Shield AI).
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