# Associate Engineer, Manufacturing at Shield AI

- Company: Shield AI
- What the company does: Autonomy for the world. Backed by a16z.
- Company website: https://shield.ai
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Associate
- Location: Seattle, Washington
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $105K to $160K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-05
- Apply by: 2026-11-23
- Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/shieldai/ec31b849-7235-4d07-b46e-6fd89c85073d?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/shield-ai-associate-engineer-manufacturing/

## About the role

Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for assigned products or aircraft systems. Design and improve assembly tools, fixtures, jigs, and manufacturing aids to support safe, repeatable, and efficient production. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- 0–3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, production engineering, process engineering, or a related field (internship and co-op experience considered)
- Understanding of manufacturing processes, assembly methods, and production operations
- Familiarity with CAD software such as CATIA, Siemens NX, SolidWorks, Creo, or equivalent
- Basic understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing documentation
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

Tags: Manufacturing Engineering

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/shield-ai-associate-engineer-manufacturing/