Staff Manufacturing Engineer (R3006)

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent, autonomous systems. Its products include Hivemind Enterprise—EdgeOS, Pilot, Commander, and Forge—as well as V-BAT and Sentient Vision Systems (wide-area motion imaging software). With offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Abu Dhabi (UAE), Kyiv (Ukraine), and Melbourne (Australia), Shield AI’s technology actively supports U.S. and allied operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X and Instagram.

Job Description:

The Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in the development and optimization of manufacturing processes for aerospace components. This position focuses on improving efficiency, ensuring high-quality production standards, and solving complex manufacturing challenges in a fast-paced startup environment. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams, including design, production, and quality, to streamline operations, reduce costs, and ensure timely delivery of products. This role is critical to supporting the scaling of manufacturing as the company grows.

What You'll Do:

Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for aerospace components.

Identify areas for efficiency improvements and cost reductions in production.

Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure manufacturability of new products.

Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues to minimize downtime and improve quality.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production performance and ensure scalability.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or relevant experience

7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with a focus in rapid growth environments

Experience in owning the scale of production processes in a startup or rapid-growth environment.

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including machining, composites, avionics and/or assembly.

Experience with process improvement methodologies, such as Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma.

Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of quality standards, such as AS9100 or ISO 9001.

Proficiency in CAD software

Familiarity with advanced manufacturing technologies, such as additive manufacturing or automation systems.

Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and data-driven decision-making in a manufacturing context.

Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment and tooling design.

Strong project management skills, including experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

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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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