Staff Engineer, Tool Design (R4967)

The role

This Staff Engineer will own tooling for complex aerospace systems across its full lifecycle, from concept and design through fabrication and prove-out. The role works with Manufacturing, Quality and Safety to deliver tooling that supports pilot builds through rate production.

What you will do

• Translate GD&T, key characteristics and CTQs into tooling requirements.
• Design assembly jigs, fixtures, composite molds, gauges, handling carts and protective tooling using CATIA, NX or SolidWorks.
• Run FEA and hand calculations to confirm stiffness, clamp loads, safety factors and ergonomics.
• Produce complete Tool Design Packages with 3D models, GD&T drawings, BOMs and safety labeling.
• Lead design reviews with ME, Quality, Safety and Launch teams, including human-factors evaluations.
• Manage tool fabrication, resolve NCR and ECR issues, and support shop-floor prove-out.
• Develop tool setup and care instructions, PM plans and inspection checklists.
• Support First Article activities, including CMM or laser-tracker alignment and dimensional validation.

Required qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in tooling design, mechanical design or manufacturing engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, Mechatronics or a related engineering field.
• Experience in prototype manufacturing in a startup or rapid-growth environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including machining, composites, avionics and/or assembly.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Skills in CATIA, NX or SolidWorks, 3DEXPERIENCE or Teamcenter, FEA tools, GD&T, metrology fundamentals and supplier manufacturing processes.
• Cleared background check and possible reference check.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of quality standards such as AS9100 or ISO 9001.
• Familiarity with advanced manufacturing technologies such as additive manufacturing or automation systems.
• Strong project management skills, including managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Benefits

• Bonus.
• Benefits package.
• Equity (full-time regular employees).
• Temporary benefits package, applicable after 60 days of employment (temporary employees).

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.