Principal Systems Engineer, Safety (R3332)

Shield AI, founded in 2015, is a pioneering defense technology company dedicated to protecting service members and civilians through intelligent autonomous systems. As a Principal Systems Engineer of Safety for the Hivemind Enterprise team, you'll be at the forefront of certifiable autonomy development. The role demands expertise in certification processes for autonomous systems, combining technical leadership with safety-critical development practices.

The position offers an opportunity to shape the future of autonomous systems safety, working with cutting-edge technology at a company with a meaningful mission. You'll collaborate with customer Safety communities and internal teams across product engineering, solutions engineering, and aircraft divisions. The role involves developing and implementing safety frameworks, certification processes, and run-time assurance capabilities for autonomous systems.

Shield AI's global presence, with offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Abu Dhabi, Kyiv, and Melbourne, provides a dynamic international environment. Their product suite includes Hivemind Enterprise—EdgeOS, Pilot, Commander, and Forge—as well as V-BAT and Sentient Vision Systems, actively supporting U.S. and allied operations worldwide.

The ideal candidate will bring 12+ years of industry experience, strong technical leadership capabilities, and deep knowledge of airworthiness certification standards. This role offers competitive compensation ($208,013 - $312,000), plus bonus, benefits, and equity, reflecting the critical nature of safety engineering in autonomous systems development. Join Shield AI to pioneer the future of certified autonomous systems while contributing to a mission that matters.