Shield AI
Staff Engineer, Supply Chain (R6215)
Seattle, Washington · Staff · Full-time · Posted Oct 10, 2026
- Experience
- 7+ years in supply chain, manufacturing engineering, or process engineering.
About the job
Develops supplier capabilities and performance for machined parts by improving manufacturing processes, resolving quality and delivery issues, and supporting new product introductions.
What you'll do
- Audit supplier processes and implement improvements to cost, lead times, and quality; investigate supplier performance issues and establish corrective actions.
- Assess supplier capabilities and provide technical guidance on part specifications, manufacturing processes, standards, and quality measures.
- Monitor supplier performance and supply-chain risks, and support suppliers during new product introduction.
What they ask for
- 7+ years in supply chain, manufacturing engineering, or process engineering.
- Experience working with suppliers or production lines and leading root-cause investigations (8D, 5 Whys).
- Ability to read drawings and GD&T confidently; understanding of machining, welding, or forming processes.
- CAD (SolidWorks, NX, CATIA, etc.); Excel/data analysis; PLM or ERP systems; willingness to travel up to 50%, including internationally.
Tools
SolidWorks, NX, CATIA, Excel, PLM, ERP, GD&T, 8D
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