Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the 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:
Join a team dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable products in a fast-paced environment. In this role, you will support quality and inspection processes, collaborate across teams to solve problems, and help drive continuous improvement to ensure products meet the highest standards.
What you'll do:
Execute Supply chain non-conformance management processes, including SDR,MRB, return to vendor (RTV) and supplier corrective action (CAPA)
Analyze supplier quality data and partner with supply chain engineers (SDE) and others to drive supplier improvements
Build relationships with cross-functional groups to identify, reduce and ultimately eliminate impacts from vendor defects
Assist the team in developing policies, standards, processes and documentation as necessary to endure continued success
Review certifications, test reports, and supplier documentation for compliance with purchase order requirements including full receiving inspection on products
Accurately document inspection results and nonconformances in accordance with company procedures.
Ensure inspection records are complete, organized, and retained per company and AS9100 requirements.
Assist with first article inspections (FAI) per AS9102 requirements as needed.
Create and Maintain department metrics
Drive continuous improvement projects
Maintain and verify the calibration status of inspection equipment used.
Support and participate in internal and external audits as required.
Maintain a clean and organized inspection area following safety and 5S principles.
Required qualifications:
3+ years of quality control experience inspecting electrical and mechanical parts in aerospace or precision manufacturing
High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or certifications in inspection, quality, or aerospace manufacturing preferred. Degree is a plus but not required.
Knowledge of GD&T, engineering drawings, and aerospace standards (AS9100, AS9102) required.
Experience using inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, surface plates, and other precision measuring equipment.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and quality documents accurately.
Basic computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office and ERP/MRP systems for recording inspections.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Preferred qualifications:
IPC 610 and 620 and DO-178
ASQ Certify QE/Inspector
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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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