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Principal Engineer, Software Architect (R4562)

Shield AI · Dallas, Texas

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DefenseonsitePrincipal$216k–$323k
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At a glance

Highlights

  • Lead software architecture for X-BAT across mission, vehicle and autonomy domains.
  • Build safe, secure architecture for advanced airborne system and ground stations.
  • Shape high-assurance autonomy supporting real-world defense operations worldwide.

Ideal candidate

A seasoned software architect who thrives leading complex airborne systems and cares deeply about safety, security, and mission impact for service members.

Lab profile

About Shield AI

Venture-backed defense-tech company building intelligent autonomy systems to protect service members and civilians.

What they build

  • Hivemind autonomy software
  • V-BAT aircraft
  • X-BAT aircraft

Known for

  • AI autonomy
  • Unmanned aircraft engineering
  • Aerodynamics and aerostructures
  • Simulation and synthetic reality

Key facts

  • Venture-backed
  • Offices across U.S., Europe, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific
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