Head of Aircraft Production (R6147) at Shield AI in Seattle, Washington is closed. It closed on Nov 13, 2026 and it no longer takes applications.
About the role
We’re looking for a hands-on manufacturing leader to take X-BAT from early prototype builds through production launch and into rate production. You will lead prototype build execution and the manufacturing setup of our new Seattle-area facility, X-Forge 3. You’ll build the production team, establish the factory’s operating system and deliver the readiness needed to scale aircraft production safely, reliably and…
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