Staff Engineer, Electromechanical Systems Advance Manufacturing (R5184)

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. 

Job Description:

We are seeking a Staff Electromechanical Systems Advance Manufacturing Engineer to support the manufacturing and integration of complex motion-control and mechanically actuated systems across advanced aerospace and defense platforms. This role focuses on electromechanical assemblies involving actuators, hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, pumps, and integrated mechanical/electrical subsystems. 

The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced production environments and has experience developing robust manufacturing processes for highly integrated systems. 

What you'll do:

Lead manufacturing engineering efforts for electromechanical subsystems and assemblies 

Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, tooling, work instructions, and production flows for: 

Actuators 

Motors and drives 

Hydraulic systems 

Pneumatic systems 

Pumps and fluid systems 

Powertrain components 

Motion-control assemblies 

Partner with design engineering to improve manufacturability, reliability, testability, and producibility 

Drive root cause investigations and corrective actions for electromechanical manufacturing issues 

Develop work instructions, quality standards, and inspection methods  

Support supplier qualification, process validation, and production readiness reviews 

Lead DFM/DFA reviews and transition new products into manufacturing 

Support system integration, validation, and troubleshooting activities 

Define manufacturing standards, process controls, and acceptance criteria 

Support failure analysis and reliability improvement initiatives 

Collaborate with production, quality, supply chain, and test engineering teams 

Mentor junior manufacturing engineers

Tools & skills:

MES & QMS systems

3DEXPERIENCE / Teamcenter (PLM) systems

Supplier manufacturing processes

5S/visual management

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Required qualifications:

7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in experience in electromechanical systems 

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field 

Experience in prototype manufacturing in a startup or rapid-growth environment. 

Experience with:  

Actuators and motion systems  

Hydraulics and pneumatics  

Mechanical/electrical integration  

Precision mechanical assemblies 

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

Knowledge of manufacturing process development and production scaling  

Strong understanding of DFM/DFA principles  

Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies  

Preferred qualifications:

Aerospace, defense, robotics, or automotive industry experience  

Experience with servo systems and motor control assemblies  

Knowledge of GD&T and mechanical inspection methods  

Familiarity with lean manufacturing and production optimization 

Experience with ERP/MES systems and manufacturing data analysis 

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

Knowledge of quality standards, such as AS9100 or ISO 9001 

Proficiency in CAD software 

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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.

Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.