Shield AI
Supplier Development Engineer - Electronics (R5480)
Dallas, Texas · Full-time · Posted Oct 7, 2026
About the job
Develops electronics suppliers by improving PCBA manufacturing quality, delivery, cost, and readiness for new product introductions.
What you'll do
- Audit supplier processes and resolve SMT/PCBA defects through root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.
- Assess supplier capabilities, provide technical guidance, and monitor delivery, quality, cost, and supply-chain risks.
- Support supplier onboarding and quality and delivery requirements for new product introductions.
What they ask for
- Hands-on experience with SMT and PCBA.
- Knowledge of IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001.
- Ability to analyze PCBA drawings and critical features on electronic assemblies.
- Ability to travel to domestic and international suppliers ~50%+ of time.
Nice to have
- M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent.
- Problem-solving skills in root-cause investigation and failure analysis; leadership on cross-functional project teams.
Tools
SMT, PCBA, IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, PFMEA, AOI
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