Staff Engineer, Manufacturing

The role

This role leads manufacturing engineering for scale-up of a flagship product line. The engineer will help build production infrastructure for a new production line supporting a next-generation jet, and mentor other engineers.

What you will do

• Act as a technical leader across programs, owning design and optimization of high-impact manufacturing processes
• Drive scale-up of the flagship product line, balancing throughput, quality and cost
• Lead manufacturing engineering for launching a new production line for a larger and more capable jet
• Scope and deploy production infrastructure, including manufacturing equipment, tooling and hardware/software systems
• Engage with vendors to source and integrate capital equipment, production tools and automation systems
• Mentor engineers and production personnel to build organizational capability and technical depth
• Champion cross-functional initiatives that standardize and improve manufacturing performance at scale

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 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
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and adapt to changing priorities

Nice to have

• 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 manufacturing
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment and tooling design
• Strong project management skills, including managing multiple priorities and deadlines

Benefits

• Bonus
• Benefits
• Equity
• Temporary benefits package for temporary employees, applicable after 60 days of employment

Before you apply

• All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check
• Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits

About the company

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company that builds intelligent systems to protect service members and civilians. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation technologies.