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Staff Manufacturing Engineer – Advanced Composite Airframe Assembly
| Company | Shield AI |
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| Location | Dallas, TX, USA |
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| Salary | $124800 – $187200 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
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| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in composite airframe manufacturing, assembly, or tooling design.
- Strong understanding of composite materials, layup processes, curing, and bonding techniques.
- Expertise in aircraft structure assembly with knowledge of fastening, drilling, and tolerance stack-up.
- Proficiency in CAD software (CATIA V5, Siemens NX, or equivalent) for tooling and assembly process design.
- Familiarity with GD&T, metrology techniques, and precision alignment methodologies.
- Experience working with automated assembly systems and advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Knowledge of DFM/DFA (Design for Manufacturability & Assembly) principles.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, high-security environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement composite airframe assembly processes for advanced aerospace structures.
- Design and optimize assembly tools, fixtures, and jigs to support high-precision structural integration.
- Support the fabrication, trimming, drilling, fastening, and bonding of composite and metallic aircraft components.
- Define and document work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and process flow for production.
- Collaborate with design, quality, and production teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance with specifications.
- Utilize CAD software (CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, etc.) for tool and fixture design and analysis.
- Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions (RCCA) for manufacturing issues to improve efficiency and reduce defects.
- Ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards (AS9100, NADCAP, MIL-STD, etc.) and company policies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in military aircraft programs (F-35, B-21, F/A-18, F-22, etc.).
- Background in robotic automation, additive manufacturing, or digital twin applications.
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain one.
