Senior Propulsion Design Engineer (R4641)

Shield AI
Seattle
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 130,000 - 200,000 annuallyFunction: Design (Product/UX/UI/Visual)Experience: 5+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Engineering judgment","Cross-functional collaboration","Detail-oriented execution","Root cause investigation"]

Own the design and release of propulsion hardware for the X-BAT UAV platform, translating propulsion architecture into manufacturable, testable, flight-ready components across the engine, fuel, oil, and bleed air systems. Create and maintain CAD models/drawings using Siemens NX, collaborate cross-functionally with propulsion engineers, production, machinists, and flight test teams, and support test campaigns with rapid iteration informed by test findings.

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Senior Propulsion Design Engineer (R4641)

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Job Summary

Own the design and release of propulsion hardware for the X-BAT UAV platform, translating propulsion architecture into manufacturable, testable, flight-ready components across the engine, fuel, oil, and bleed air systems. Create and maintain CAD models/drawings using Siemens NX, collaborate cross-functionally with propulsion engineers, production, machinists, and flight test teams, and support test campaigns with rapid iteration informed by test findings.
Location: Seattle
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Design (Product/UX/UI/Visual)
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Own the design and release of propulsion hardware supporting the engine, fuel, oil, and bleed air systems.
  • •Develop and maintain CAD models, drawings, and assemblies using Siemens NX with proper GD&T.
  • •Translate propulsion architecture and requirements into hardware that is manufacturable, testable, and robust in flight.
  • •Work directly with the machine shop, production, and technicians to support builds, resolve non-conformances, and drive iterative improvements.
  • •Support test campaigns with hardware design support, instrumentation accommodation, and rapid iteration based on test findings.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 130,000 - 200,000 annually
Equity and Bonus:Equity
Perks:Equity

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
  • •5+ years of experience in aerospace hardware design, preferably supporting propulsion systems.
  • •Proficiency in CAD modeling and drawing creation using GD&T (Siemens NX preferred).
  • •Experience working directly with production, technicians, and machine shops to resolve real-world build issues.
  • •U.S. Citizenship or ability to comply with ITAR requirements.
Experience:5+ yearsAerospaceUAVTactical aircraft
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:Engineering judgmentCross-functional collaborationDetail-oriented executionRoot cause investigation
Tech Stack:Siemens NXGD&TTeamcenterCADBOMANSYSFEAGFSSPREFPROPPythonPLMCAD drawings

Eligibility

Security Clearance:S//SAR

Company Brief

Shield AI
Develops AI-powered autonomy and software for military aircraft and drones to enable autonomous ISR and combat missions, integrating perception, navigation, and mission planning for defense customers.
Industry: Defense Technology
Company Size: Large (251 to 1,000 employees)
Growth: Scaleup
Funding: Series E+
Headquarters: San Diego, United States
Founded: 2015
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