Staff Engineer, Propulsion Systems Advance Manufacturing (R5185)

Seattle, Washingtonfull time

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senior

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Shield Staff Engineer for Propulsion Systems Advanced Manufacturing leading manufacturing engineering for propulsion and fluid systems in aerospace and defense. Develop processes, tooling, and production flows while supporting integration and quality initiatives.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Staff Propulsion Systems Manufacturing Engineer to lead manufacturing engineering activities for advanced propulsion and fluid systems used in aerospace and defense applications. This role supports engine integration, fuel systems, oil systems, pumps, and related propulsion hardware from development through production.
The ideal candidate has deep experience with propulsion-related manufacturing processes, fluid systems integration, and production support for mission-critical hardware.
Lead manufacturing engineering support for propulsion and fluid system assemblies
Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, tooling, work instructions, and production flows for:
Engines and propulsion systems
Fuel systems and fuel tanks
Oil and lubrication systems
Pumps and fluid control hardware
Aerospace vector and thrust systems
Partner with design engineering to improve manufacturability, reliability, testability, and producibility
Drive root cause investigations and corrective actions for propulsion manufacturing issues
Develop work instructions, quality standards, and inspection methods

Qualification

Experience withEngine assembly and integrationFuel and oil systemsPrecision fluid system manufacturingAerospace propulsion hardwareExperience supporting turbineKnowledge of pressure systemsStrong project management skillsKnowledge of quality standardsProficiency in CAD software

Required

7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience supporting propulsion or fluid systems
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing
Experience in prototype manufacturing in a startup or rapid-growth environment.
Experience with:
Engine assembly and integration
Fuel and oil systems
Precision fluid system manufacturing
Aerospace propulsion hardware
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

Aerospace or defense industry experience
Experience supporting turbine, piston, hybrid-electric, or UAV propulsion systems
Knowledge of pressure systems, leak testing, and fluid handling
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

Benefits

Equity/RSU

Company

Shield

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