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2027 June Co-op - Hardware Test - #6426

Shield AI
Actively Hiring
Dallas, Texasinternship$87K - $139KPosted 1 week ago
V-BAT DivisionInternships & Co-ops
About This Role
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. 
 
Our Summer Internship program is a wonderful opportunity for Fall and Spring graduates to immerse themselves in an innovative and mission driven culture. Our paid internship program will provide you with hands on mentorship, an opportunity to add real contribution to our company via your internship project, and a possible job offer at the end. You will have the chance to make lifelong friendships, expand your network, and learn all about what it's like to work in a high-growth, fast scaling tech unicorn. You'll take part in company sponsored events and enjoy exploring a new city. Read on below to learn more about this unique internship!

Our 2027 Co-Op program is a wonderful opportunity for rising 2028 graduates to immerse themselves in an innovative and mission-driven culture. This paid, full-time program spans multiple months during the academic year, offering extended immersion in real-world hardware development and testing.

As a Co-Op on our Hardware Test Engineering team, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully across Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Software Engineering. You’ll work cross-functionally, gain exposure to cutting-edge aerospace technology, and help build and maintain systems that ensure the reliable testing of our hardware products. Your work will have direct impact on critical test infrastructure - and may open the door to future full-time opportunities after graduation

What you'll do:

  • Design and build mechanical fixtures, mounts, and enclosures for test stands.
  • Work with precision measurement equipment and mechanical subsystems.
  • Support prototyping, fabrication, and integration of mechanical designs.
  • Assist in design reviews and document test stand build processes.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Required qualifications:

  • You are an undergraduate, graduate, or PhD student pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field.
  • Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals relevant to your discipline.
  • Experience with hands-on technical work in a lab, production, or project setting.
  • Demonstrated history of taking ownership of projects and delivering results.
  • Record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.
  • Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, NX, or CATIA.
  • Hands-on experience with machining, 3D printing, or fabrication.
  • Demonstrated adaptability, agility, and ability to innovate under pressure to meet dynamic project demands and drive successful outcomes.
  • Ready to apply?

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    Eligibility & work details

    Work authorization

    No U.S. person or export-control requirement stated in this listing.

    Work arrangement

    On-siteDallas, Texas, US

    Travel

    No travel indicated in this listing.

    Estimated application time

    ~2 min to start on the employer site

    Eligibility details are interpreted from the job listing to help you gauge fit. Always confirm citizenship, clearance, and certification requirements with the employer before applying.

    About Shield AI

    Defense technology company building AI pilots for aircraft

    Defense AI
    San Diego, CA
    500-1000 employees
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    Job Summary
    Employment Typeinternship
    DepartmentV-BAT Division
    CategoryInternships & Co-ops
    Salary Range$87K - $139K
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