Shield AI
Senior Propulsion Design Engineer (R4641)
Seattle, Washington · Senior · Full-time · Posted Nov 2, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience in aerospace hardware design; propulsion systems preferred.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Visa sponsorship
- U.S. Citizenship or ability to comply with ITAR requirements.
About the job
Designs and delivers propulsion hardware for the X-BAT UAV, from early design through production, testing, and flight operations.
What you'll do
- Own propulsion hardware design and release for engine, fuel, oil, and bleed air systems; develop CAD models, drawings, and assemblies.
- Work with production teams to resolve build issues, support hardware builds and test campaigns, and improve designs based on test findings.
- Apply engineering analysis and support configuration management, design reviews, and root-cause investigations.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in aerospace hardware design, preferably supporting propulsion systems.
- Proficiency in CAD modeling and drawing creation, with sound application of GD&T; experience working with production, technicians, and machine shops to resolve build issues.
- Understanding of design for manufacturing and some hands-on experience developing assembly guidance and supporting hardware builds and test integration; U.S. Citizenship or ability to comply with ITAR requirements.
Nice to have
- Experience with jet propulsion systems on UAVs or tactical aircraft; familiarity with GFSSP, REFPROP, ANSYS, or FEA.
- Python scripting, interface control, high-vibration fastener selection, high-temperature materials, rapid-iteration test environments, or an M.S. in Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline.
Tools
Siemens NX, GD&T, ANSYS, FEA, GFSSP, REFPROP, Teamcenter, Python
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