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Manager, Propulsion (Fuel System) (R5088)

Shield AI· X-BAT Division – X-BAT Engineering - Propulsion
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Seattle, WA$190k - $290kFull Time EmployeePosted 4mo ago

About the role

Manager of Propulsion to lead fuel system development and integration for the X-BAT vehicle, overseeing architecture, integration, testing, and operational support of flight-critical fuel systems across demanding environments.

Responsibilities

  • Lead fuel system development activities from architecture through testing and flight operations.
  • Support and mentor fuel system REs responsible for fuel tanks, pumps, valves, vent systems, and associated propulsion hardware.
  • Drive system integration efforts considering elevated-G maneuvers, transient operation, vapor ingestion, cavitation, thermal effects, and fault tolerance.
  • Guide teams through fuel system thermodynamic and fluid dynamic trade studies involving heat soak, vapor pressure behavior, venting, and transient flow response.
  • Coordinate testing activities, instrumentation planning, and performance validation efforts.
  • Support failure investigations, root cause analysis, and design iteration activities.
  • Ensure schedules, technical execution, and supplier activities remain aligned with program goals.
  • Collaborate closely with propulsion, airframe, mission systems, and manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
  • 7-10+ years of experience developing aerospace fuel or fluid systems.
  • Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and aerospace propulsion fundamentals.
  • Deep understanding of compressible and incompressible flow systems and aerospace fluid dynamics.
  • Experience with fuel system integration, testing, and operational support.
  • Experience leading engineering teams or major subsystem development activities.
  • U.S. Citizenship or ability to comply with ITAR requirements.

Skills

Required:Propulsion fuel system developmentTeam leadershipThermodynamics and fluid dynamicsSystem integration
Nice to have:Problem solving / root cause analysis

Benefits

  • Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  • Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits.
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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