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Shield AI

Robot type
Drone · Defense
Location
SeattleWashingtonUSA
Job type
Hardware
Posted
Sep 2, 2026
Salary
$150,000–$230,000 a year
Full-time

Staff Engineer, Propulsion Systems Advance Manufacturing (R5185)

Job description

We are seeking a Staff Propulsion Systems Manufacturing Engineer to lead manufacturing engineering activities for advanced propulsion and fluid systems used in aerospace and defense applications. This role supports engine integration, fuel systems, oil systems, pumps, and related propulsion hardware from development through production.

The ideal candidate has deep experience with propulsion-related manufacturing processes, fluid systems integration, and production support for mission-critical hardware.

Job responsibilities

  • Lead manufacturing engineering support for propulsion and fluid system assemblies
  • Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, tooling, work instructions, and production flows for:
  • Engines and propulsion systems
  • Fuel systems and fuel tanks
  • Oil and lubrication systems
  • Pumps and fluid control hardware
  • Aerospace vector and thrust systems
  • Partner with design engineering to improve manufacturability, reliability, testability, and producibility

Job requirements

  • MES & QMS systems
  • 3DEXPERIENCE / Teamcenter (PLM) systems
  • Supplier manufacturing processes
  • 5S/visual management
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience supporting propulsion or fluid systems
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing
  • Experience in prototype manufacturing in a startup or rapid-growth environment.

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