Manager, Propulsion (Engine) (R5086)
Shield AI · On-site
MeritLog read this listing from Shield AI's Lever job board and last checked it on September 10, 2026.
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Job details
- Work model
- On-site
- Salary
- $190,000 - $290,000
- Location
- Seattle, Washington
Hiring context
How this role compares at Shield AI
Shield AI has 485 live roles in MeritLog’s catalog across 12 job families, and 380 of them are in engineering. 379 of those listings publish a pay range, a disclosure rate of 78%.
This role's posted range of $190,000 - $290,000 sits above 76% of the 357 other Shield AI roles quoted over the same currency and period.
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Job description
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 Manager of Propulsion to lead the development and execution of engine and thrust vector control (TVC) systems for the X-BAT vehicle, powered by a fighter-class, afterburning jet engine. This role leads a team of propulsion engineers and technicians responsible for developing, integrating, testing, and operating flight-critical propulsion hardware from concept through flight and operational deployment. You will work closely with propulsion Responsible Engineers (REs), controls, airframe, flight test, manufacturing, and leadership teams to ensure engine and TVC development aligns with vehicle-level objectives, mission requirements, and program milestones. This role requires strong technical leadership, hands-on engagement, and the ability to drive execution in a fast-paced aerospace development environment.
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