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About the role
We are seeking a Senior Propulsion Design Engineer to support the development and delivery of propulsion hardware for the X-BAT platform, a next-generation UAV powered by a low-bypass turbofan engine. This role spans the full lifecycle of propulsion system components - from early layout and design through production release, test support, and flight operations.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- 5+ years of experience in aerospace hardware design, preferably supporting propulsion systems
- Proficiency in CAD modeling and drawing creation (NX preferred) with sound application of GD&T
- Experience working directly with production, technicians, and machine shops to resolve real-world build issues
- Understanding of design for manufacturing, including machining limitations, tolerance stack-ups, and assembly workflows
- Some hands-on experience developing assembly guidance and supporting hardware builds and test integration
More about this role
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 .
We are seeking a Senior Propulsion Design Engineer to support the development and delivery of propulsion hardware for the X-BAT platform, a next-generation UAV powered by a low-bypass turbofan engine. This role spans the full lifecycle of propulsion system components - from early layout and design through production release, test support, and flight operations.
You will be a key contributor to turning propulsion architecture into manufacturable, testable, and flight-ready hardware across the engine, fuel, oil, and bleed air systems. This role is hands-on, detail-oriented, and highly cross-functional - requiring close collaboration with propulsion REs,...
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