Senior Staff Engineer, Test Director (R5446) is open at Shield AI in Arlington, VA, US. The posting gives no salary; similar roles in the United States advertise a median of $235K. Posted on Oct 2, 2026, and still on Shield AI’s careers page when we last checked, on Nov 14, 2026.
About the role
, you are the single technical authority for test execution—responsible for determining test readiness, directing test conduct, managing risk, and ensuring data-driven decisions throughout development and flight test operations. You will lead cross-functional teams across engineering, safety, and program management, aligning stakeholders around clear objectives, disciplined execution, and continuous learning. What…
The opening lines of the posting. The rest is on Shield AI’s careers page.
Hiring at Shield AI
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