Job Description:
Are you a passionate, innovative, experienced Engineering Manager looking to help develop state-of-the-art AI and robotics products? Are you eager to make a positive difference in the world? Do you want to work alongside mission driven and values focused teammates? Shield AI is just the place for you!
Propulsion is one of the foundational technologies that determines the overall performance and reliability of the VBAT platform. We seek an engineering leader to guide the development and test of our VBAT propulsion technologies. As a Senior Manager, Propulsion, you'll be responsible for developing innovative mechanical design solutions of propulsion and fuel systems for Shield AI's autonomous UAV products, conducting feasibility studies, and coordinating validation testing on new and modified design using state-of-the-art CAD and analysis tools
Job Description:
Are you a passionate, innovative, experienced Engineering Manager looking to help develop state-of-the-art AI and robotics products? Are you eager to make a positive difference in the world? Do you want to work alongside mission driven and values focused teammates? Shield AI is just the place for you!
Propulsion is one of the foundational technologies that determines the overall performance and reliability of the VBAT platform. We seek an engineering leader to guide the development and test of our VBAT propulsion technologies. As a Senior Manager, Propulsion, you'll be responsible for developing innovative mechanical design solutions of propulsion and fuel systems for Shield AI's autonomous UAV products, conducting feasibility studies, and coordinating validation testing on new and modified design using state-of-the-art CAD and analysis tools
What you'll do:
Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to a team of propulsion engineers and technicians. This involves setting strategic goals, prioritizing tasks, and ensuring the team's performance meets or exceeds expectationsLead the design, development, and optimization of propulsion systems, including engines, propulsion components, and related systems. This involves overseeing the conceptualization, modeling, simulation, and testing phases of developmentMaintain a deep understanding of propulsion engineering principles, including combustion dynamics, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and materials science. Apply this knowledge to solve complex technical challenges and drive innovation in propulsion technologyChampion creating a robust and reliable propulsion system through extreme testing and life testing Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including aerodynamics, structures, controls, and systems engineering, to integrate propulsion systems into overall vehicle designs. Coordinate with external partners, suppliers, and customers as neededAnalyze ground and flight test data to identify areas of improvement to the propulsion system. Oversee the development and release of detailed design documents including CAD models, 2D drawings, assembly instructions, acceptance test plans and other design artifactsUse data and analysis to set acceptance criteria for production and engineering propulsion hardware testingEncourage a culture of learning and development within the propulsion engineering teamRequired qualifications:
Minimum of 5+ years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree Has a demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignmentsWill supervise the activities of othersPreferred qualifications:
Development and delivery of a reliable propulsion system Advanced degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering (Propulsion/Combustion focus) Leadership/Management Training #LE