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Staff Engineer, Mission Systems Software (R5888)

Shieldai · Seattle, Washington

onsitesenior$160,000–$290,000Posted Sep 10, 2026

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**Staff Engineer, Mission Systems Software (R5888)** **About Shield AI** Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation technologies. Operating globally across the U.S., Europe, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. **Role Overview** Develop real-time mission computing solutions for autonomous aircraft systems, integrating sensor and weapons capabilities. **Key Responsibilities** • Design and establish software architecture for multi-level real-time systems • Collaborate with hardware, software, and systems teams on consensus design • Lead development from PDR through CDR to lab testing, flight testing, and fielding • Drive new systems and software design initiatives **Learn More** Visit www.shield.ai | Follow on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube

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