Staff Engineer, Electromechanical Systems Advance Manufacturing - Ranger (R6547

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and 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 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, and 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