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Senior Engineer, Propulsion Design - Ranger (R6346)

Shield AI· X-BAT Division – X-BAT Engineering - Propulsion
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Seattle, Washington$140k - $210kFull Time EmployeePosted 4d ago

About the role

Senior Propulsion Design Engineer responsible for developing propulsion hardware for the Ranger UAV platform, from early design through production release, testing support, and flight operations. Cross-functional role focusing on engine, fuel, oil, and bleed air systems.

Responsibilities

  • Own the design and release of propulsion hardware supporting the engine, fuel, oil, and bleed air systems.
  • Develop and maintain CAD models, drawings, and assemblies using Siemens NX with proper GD&T.
  • Translate propulsion architecture and requirements into hardware that is manufacturable, testable, and robust in flight.
  • Work directly with the machine shop, production, and technicians to support builds, resolve non-conformances, and drive iterative improvements.
  • Support test campaigns by providing hardware design support, instrumentation accommodation, and rapid iteration based on test findings.
  • Apply engineering judgment and analysis (e.g., hand calcs, ANSYS, FEA, GFSSP, REFPROP) to support sizing, load cases, and design validation.
  • Support configuration management, BOM control, and change processes using Teamcenter or equivalent PLM.
  • Participate in design reviews, interface control efforts, and root cause investigations related to propulsion hardware.

Qualifications

  • 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.
  • US citizenship or ability to comply with ITAR requirements.

Skills

Required:CAD modeling and drawings (NX)GD&TPropulsion hardware designManufacturing collaborationEngineering analysis (hand calcs, ANSYS, FEA, GFSSP, REFPROP)PLM (Teamcenter)
Nice to have:Python scripting for design automationInterface control and fastener selection for high-vibration environmentsMatérials for high-temp applications

Benefits

  • Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  • Temporary employee offer package: pay within range + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
  • Salary compensation influenced by skills, experience, licenses/certifications, and location; eligible for background check and reference checks as applicable.
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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