Staff Engineer, Electromechanical Systems Advance Manufacturing (R5184)
Shield AI is hiring a Staff Engineer, Electromechanical Systems Advance Manufacturing (R5184) in Seattle, United States. It pays $150k-$230k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Shield AI.
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Job Description:
We are seeking a Staff Electromechanical Systems Advance Manufacturing Engineer to support the manufacturing and integration of complex motion-control and mechanically actuated systems across advanced aerospace and defense platforms. This role focuses on electromechanical assemblies involving actuators, hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, pumps, and integrated mechanical/electrical subsystems.
The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced production environments and has experience developing robust manufacturing processes for highly integrated systems.
What you'll do:
- Lead manufacturing engineering efforts for electromechanical subsystems and assemblies
- Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, tooling, work instructions, and production flows for:
- Actuators
- Motors and drives
- Hydraulic systems
- Pneumatic systems
- Pumps and fluid systems
- Powertrain components
- Motion-control assemblies
- Partner with design engineering to improve manufacturability, reliability, testability, and producibility
- Drive root cause investigations and corrective actions for electromechanical manufacturing issues
- Develop work instructions, quality standards, and inspection methods
- Support supplier qualification, process validation, and production readiness reviews
- Lead DFM/DFA reviews and transition new products into manufacturing
- Support system integration, validation, and troubleshooting activities
- Define manufacturing standards, process controls, and acceptance criteria
- Support failure analysis and reliability improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with production, quality, supply chain, and test engineering teams
- Mentor junior manufacturing engineers
Tools & skills:
- MES & QMS systems
- 3DEXPERIENCE / Teamcenter (PLM) systems
- Supplier manufacturing processes
- 5S/visual management
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Required qualifications:
- 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in experience in electromechanical systems
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
- Experience in prototype manufacturing in a startup or rapid-growth environment.
- Experience with:
- Actuators and motion systems
- Hydraulics and pneumatics
- Mechanical/electrical integration
- Precision mechanical assemblies
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and adapt to changing priorities.
- Knowledge of manufacturing process development and production scaling
- Strong understanding of DFM/DFA principles
- Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies
Preferred qualifications:
- Aerospace, defense, robotics, or automotive industry experience
- Experience with servo systems and motor control assemblies
- Knowledge of GD&T and mechanical inspection methods
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and production optimization
- Experience with ERP/MES systems and manufacturing data analysis
- Strong project management skills, including experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines
- Knowledge of quality standards, such as AS9100 or ISO 9001
- Proficiency in CAD software
Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment) Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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Staff Engineer, Electromechanical Systems Advance Manufacturing (R5184) at Shield AI rates 36 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
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