Shield AI
Manager, Propulsion (Systems & Components) (R5087)
Seattle, Washington · Manager · Full-time · Posted Oct 14, 2026
- Experience
- 7-10+ years; experience leading engineering teams or complex subsystem development efforts is also required.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
- Visa sponsorship
- U.S. Citizenship or ability to comply with ITAR requirements; ability to obtain a S//SAR level security clearance desired.
About the job
Leads a multidisciplinary team developing and integrating flight-critical propulsion components and subsystems for the X-BAT aircraft, from concept through flight operations.
What you'll do
- Lead propulsion component and subsystem development, integration, testing, and operational support.
- Mentor engineers and technicians; guide technical decisions and cross-functional execution.
- Coordinate supplier deliverables, technical reviews, integration planning, and root-cause investigations.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- 7-10+ years of experience in aerospace propulsion, fluid systems, or hardware development environments.
- Experience leading engineering teams or complex subsystem development efforts.
- U.S. Citizenship or ability to comply with ITAR requirements.
Nice to have
- Familiarity with Siemens NX, Teamcenter, ANSYS, FEA, GFSSP, or REFPROP.
- M.S. or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline.
Tools
Siemens NX, Teamcenter, ANSYS, FEA, GFSSP, REFPROP
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