Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit Follow Shield AI on , , , and . 

What you'll do:

• Design an RF sensor system evaluation and test plan to characterize RF performance.
• Participate in RF system debug, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis; assist in part selection and design contributions.
• Project Deliverables:
• A complete RF system characterization plan document capturing test methodology, findings, and recommendations.
• A final test report demonstrating characterization of the RF sensor system on V-BAT.
• How This Supports the Intern’s Career Path:
• Offers exposure to real-world engineering design challenges and constraints.
• Builds confidence in applying classroom knowledge to practical RF/electrical engineering problems with mentorship.

Required qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and other standard electrical lab equipment.
• Strong math and analytical background.
• Detail-oriented approach to testing and documentation.
• Programming/scripting with Python or MATLAB for data analysis and automation.
• Prior exposure to RF circuits (filters, antennas, impedance matching).
• Must be a rising senior, rising master’s or PhD graduate, preparing to graduate Spring 2026
• Pursuing a degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
• Strong understanding of electrical fundamentals.
• A demonstrated history of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.
• Have a passion for solving tough problems on a fast-paced team.

$40 - $56 an hour

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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.

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