Senior Supplier Development Engineer (R5487)
shieldai· Supply Chain
About this role
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, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. 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:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Supplier Development Engineer to join Shield AI, focusing on harness assemblies and electronic components. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supplier development, and supply chain management within aerospace industry. This role is critical in enhancing supplier performance by solving supplier challenges that impact quality/on-time delivery/scaling, supporting the onboarding of suppliers to new designs, and delivering on our mission to deliver affordable and autonomous mass at scale.
Requried qualifications:
- A degree in electrical, industrial, or mechanical engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Experience leading new-product industrialization and project management across engineering teams and contract manufacturers.
- Strong working knowledge of wire harness and FPC/FFC assembly processes, including design rules for reliable production.
- Practical experience with PPAP and structured problem-solving tools, including RCCA, fishbone analysis, process mapping, and 5S.
- Direct experience improving supplier or contract-manufacturer quality, process capability, capacity, or production execution.
- Ability to travel internationally up to 50% to engage suppliers.
Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to 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. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Senior Supplier Development Engineer (R5487) role at shieldai?
The listed salary for this Senior Supplier Development Engineer (R5487) position at shieldai is USD 120K–180K. This is a remote Full Time Employee role.
Is the Senior Supplier Development Engineer (R5487) job at shieldai remote?
Yes, this Senior Supplier Development Engineer (R5487) position at shieldai is remote, with team members based in Remote, Seattle, Washington. You can work from home or anywhere in the supported regions.
Is the Senior Supplier Development Engineer (R5487) role at shieldai full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time Employee position. It is posted as a Senior Supplier Development Engineer (R5487) role in the Supply Chain department at shieldai.
Which team or department does the Senior Supplier Development Engineer (R5487) at shieldai belong to?
This Senior Supplier Development Engineer (R5487) position is part of the Supply Chain department at shieldai. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Senior Supplier Development Engineer (R5487) position at shieldai?
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When was the Senior Supplier Development Engineer (R5487) job at shieldai posted?
This Senior Supplier Development Engineer (R5487) position at shieldai was posted on Aug 26, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Senior Supplier Development Engineer (R5487)
shieldai · 💰 USD 120K–180K
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