Staff Quality Engineer: Aerospace NPI & Autonomy

Shield AI

Frisco (TX)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a Staff Quality Engineer to lead quality initiatives across the product lifecycle. You will develop robust quality systems aligned with AS9100, partner with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers, and establish control plans and inspection strategies.

This role emphasizes data-driven decisions, NPI support, and mentoring team members to ensure highly reliable autonomous systems. You will influence cross-functional teams without direct authority, shaping quality strategy

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field and 5+ years in Quality, Manufacturing, or Process Engineering.
Experience leading RCA and implementing CAPA actions.
Strong knowledge of AS9100 or similar quality standards.
Experience supporting NPI and scaling production in manufacturing.
Proficiency in SPC and capability analysis.
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing and suppliers.

Responsibilities

Lead quality initiatives across the product lifecycle to improve performance and reliability.
Develop and maintain robust quality systems aligned with AS9100 standards.
Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams to identify risks and improve process capability.
Establish control plans and inspection strategies for quality assurance.
Support NPI efforts and guide transition to full-rate production.
Mentor team members and influence cross-functional decisions.
Use data-driven methods to monitor and improve manufacturing performance.