Staff Engineer, Power System - Ranger (R6326)
On-site Seattle Full-time Senior Engineering Leadership
At a glance
Senior Engineering Leadership role at Shield AI. Seattle · full-time · $180,000–$279,998 base.
SalaryStated by Shield AI
$180,000 – $279,998
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from Shield AIOur estimate for the market: $215,000–$257,500Median $235,000
The range includes the market median of $235,000 for senior engineering leadership roles in Seattle.
Worked out from 45 postings that stated pay, median $235,000. Last updated Nov 3, 2026.
RoleEngineering Leadership
SenioritySenior
LocationSeattle
WorkplaceOn-site
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$180,000–$279,998
PostedOct 18, 2026
Role brief
techroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Set the Ranger power system direction and carry its development from initial concept through production
- Design and integrate high-power systems for performance and reliability in demanding environments, including an uninterruptible power supply
- Compare building versus buying components, then choose, test and integrate aircraft modules
- Verify system performance, troubleshoot electrical, environmental and manufacturing issues, and resolve design problems
- Lead engineers and cross-functional architecture work, while providing design reviews, mentorship and program execution guidance
What you bring
- At least ten years of relevant experience
- You have designed power systems for large vehicles, aircraft or comparable platforms such as rockets or satellites
- You have brought power-system and power-electronics products to market
- You can use electrical engineering development tools, simulations and test equipment, backed by strong technical analysis
Who this fits
This senior engineering leadership role suits someone who has taken power systems from design through product delivery and can lead and mentor engineers. The position is onsite in Seattle. Employment offers are contingent on a cleared background check and may include reference checks.
From the employer
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.
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.
Job Description:
Help power the next generation of aircraft. As a Staff Power Systems Engineer, you’ll lead power system development from concept to production, solve complex technical challenges, and mentor a talented engineering team.
What you'll do:
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As a Staff Power Systems Engineer you will:
- Define and execute the vision of the Ranger power system from concept to production.
- Design, develop, and integrate state-of-the-art high-power systems tailored for optimal performance and reliability in harsh environments
- Enable an uninterruptible power system
- Make vs. buy trade studies. Select, test, and integrate modules for use in the aircraft
- Ensure system performance and reliability are met through rigorous verification
- Debug complex problems related to the electrical design, environmental, manufacturing, etc.
- Help build the team and lead multiple engineers dedicated to the power system design
- Drive a cross-functional team to execute the top-level architecture
- Provide mentorship, design review, and program execution leadership
- Work in a fast-paced environment
Required qualifications:
- Power system design experience on a large vehicle, aircraft, or an equivalent power system (rocket, satellite, submarine, etc.)
- 10+ years relevant experience
- Have delivered power system and power electronic products to market
- Proficient with electrical engineering development tools, simulation, and test equipment
- Strong technical fundamentals and analysis
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.
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