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Associate Engineer, Manufacturing (R4637)

DallasOn-siteFull-time

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Manufacturing Engineer to design, optimize tooling, and oversee assembly for advanced composite airframes, supporting prototypes and production with a focus on manufacturability and process improvement.

About this role

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.

Job Description:
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support the fabrication and assembly of advanced composite airframe for next-generation aircraft. This role is integral to building prototypes, designing assembly tools and fixtures, and developing/optimizing manufacturing processes for the efficient production of high-performance aircraft structures. The ideal candidate will have experience in airframe fabrication and assembly.

What you'll do:

  • Design and optimize assembly tools, fixtures, and jigs to support high-precision structural integration.
  • Define and document work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and process flow for production.
  • Collaborate with design, quality, and production teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance with specifications.
  • Utilize CAD software (CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, etc.) for tool and fixture design and analysis.
  • Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions (RCCA) for manufacturing issues to improve efficiency and reduce defects.
  • Ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards (AS9100, NADCAP, MIL-STD, etc.) and company policies.

    • Required qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of experience in aircraft manufacturing, assembly, or tooling design.
  • Expertise in aircraft structure assembly with knowledge of fastening, drilling, and tolerance stack-up.
  • Proficiency in CAD software (CATIA V5, Siemens NX, or equivalent) for tooling and assembly process design.
  • Familiarity with GD&T, metrology techniques, and precision alignment methodologies.
  • Experience working with automated assembly systems and advanced manufacturing technologies.
  • Knowledge of DFM/DFA (Design for Manufacturability & Assembly) principles.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, high-security environment.

    • Preferred qualifications:

  • Prior experience in military aircraft programs (F-35, B-21, F/A-18, F-22, etc.).
  • Understanding the fabrication, trimming, drilling, fastening, and bonding of composite and metallic aircraft components.
  • Understanding of composite materials, layup processes, curing, and bonding techniques.

    • Skills

    AS9100Assembly ToolingAutomationBondingCADCATIA V5Composite LayupCuringDFADFMDrillingFasteningGD&TJigs And FixturesMetrologyMIL-STDNADCAPPrecision AlignmentProduction SOPsQuality SystemsRCCASiemens NXSolidWorksTolerance Stack-upTooling DesignWork Instructions

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