Staff Engineer, Composite Manufacturing
shieldai· Production
About this role
Founded in 2015, 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 and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. 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.
Job Description:
As a Staff Composites Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll take ownership of critical manufacturing processes across multiple programs, leading initiatives to increase throughput, reduce costs, and scale our operations. You’ll be instrumental in building out the infrastructure for a new production line supporting a next-generation jet, including selecting and deploying capital equipment, implementing hardware and software tools, and establishing robust production systems. Working across engineering, supply chain, and production, you’ll ensure smooth integration of new technologies and provide mentorship to other engineers. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on cross-functional impact, technical leadership, and factory-scale execution.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Staff Engineer, Composite Manufacturing role at shieldai?
The listed salary for this Staff Engineer, Composite Manufacturing position at shieldai is USD 128K–192K. This is an Full Time Employee role.
Where is the Staff Engineer, Composite Manufacturing position at shieldai located?
This Staff Engineer, Composite Manufacturing role at shieldai is based in Dallas, Texas. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Staff Engineer, Composite Manufacturing role at shieldai full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time Employee position. It is posted as a Staff Engineer, Composite Manufacturing role in the Production department at shieldai.
Which team or department does the Staff Engineer, Composite Manufacturing at shieldai belong to?
This Staff Engineer, Composite Manufacturing position is part of the Production department at shieldai. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Staff Engineer, Composite Manufacturing position at shieldai?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to shieldai's official application portal hosted on lever where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Staff Engineer, Composite Manufacturing job at shieldai posted?
This Staff Engineer, Composite Manufacturing position at shieldai was posted on Oct 29, 2025. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Staff Engineer, Composite Manufacturing
shieldai · 💰 USD 128K–192K
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