Staff Production Engineering Specialist – V-BAT Production

About the role

Shield AI is looking for a Staff Production Engineering Specialist to lead training, continuous‑improvement and data‑analytics initiatives on the V‑BAT production line. The role will develop workforce capability, build data‑driven operating models and ensure safety, quality and scalability of aerospace manufacturing.

Key responsibilities

• Own and deliver the V‑BAT production training program, including onboarding, role‑based training, cross‑training, recertification and maintaining technician qualification records.
• Lead lean‑manufacturing and continuous‑improvement projects using 5S, visual management, standard work, root‑cause analysis and waste reduction to enhance safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Build and maintain data‑driven dashboards and reporting cadences that track output, throughput, first‑pass yield, defects, cycle time, downtime, labor efficiency and training metrics.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Systems Engineering, Data Analytics or equivalent technical experience in avionics/aerospace production.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or technical support, preferably in aerospace, defense, UAS or complex hardware environments.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a security clearance.

Required skills

• Power BI
• Palantir
• Tableau
• Cognos
• Microsoft Access