Senior Communications Engineer (Hiring at Multiple Levels) job opportunity at Shield AI.



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Shield AI Senior Communications Engineer (Hiring at Multiple Levels)
Experience: 8 Years
Pattern: On-site
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Aircraft Division,Engineering

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degreeBachelor's (B.Sc.)
loacation Dallas, Texas, United States Of America
loacation Dallas, Texas....United States Of America

Job Description: Shield AI is redefining autonomous aviation with cutting-edge AI and GPS/RF-denied navigation technologies. Now, we’re building a next-generation aircraft like no other—one that will push the boundaries of innovation and performance.Shield AI is seeking a Communications Systems Engineer to lead the design, integration, and optimization of advanced communication systems for our next-generation autonomous aircraft. This is a high-impact role where you will be responsible for mission-critical data links, encryption, and secure communications, ensuring seamless interoperability between airborne, sensor, ground, and satellite systems. You will work across sensor fusion, RF systems, SATCOM, and AI-driven data processing to deliver an aircraft capable of operating in contested environments with low latency and high reliability.\nWhat you'll do: Lead the development and integration of data links, encryption, and secure communication architectures into the aircraft platform.Define system-level requirements and architectures for RF, SATCOM, optical, and software-defined radio (SDR) communication systems.Optimize low-latency, high-bandwidth data transfer and encryption to ensure mission-critical performance.Ensure seamless connectivity between the aircraft, command centers, and satellite networks, enhancing real-time data transmission and autonomy.Develop AI-driven sensor fusion algorithms to enhance payload performance in high-threat environments.Collaborate with avionics, software, and autonomy teams to ensure robust and secure system integration.Validate performance through simulation, flight testing, and field deployments.Work with DoD stakeholders and compliance teams to ensure mission readiness and adherence to cybersecurity standardsRequired qualifications:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.8+ years of experience in RF communications or mission systems integration for UAVs or military aircraft.Strong expertise in RF systems, satellite communications (SATCOM), tactical data links (Link-16, CDL), and sensor integration.Proficiency in software-defined radio (SDR) technologies and secure, encrypted data transmission.Experience writing specifications for communications subsystems and architectures.Knowledge of MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, and other aerospace data bus standards.Experience working with classified communication protocols and DoD compliance.Active Secret clearance.Preferred Qualifications:Experience working with AI-enhanced signal processing and sensor fusion for ISR missions.Background in low-observable (stealth) communications architectures.Familiarity with electronic warfare (EW) and RF threat mitigation techniques.Experience supporting DoD or intelligence community mission operations.Active Top Secret clearance or eligible to achieve, as well as SCI eligible.\n$170,000 - $250,000 a year\n#LI-SM1#LF

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