2027 Summer Intern - Supplier Development Engineer - 6463

Shield AI • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Shield AI is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Supplier Development Engineer focused on machined parts. The role supports the company’s mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems by improving supplier performance and helping deliver affordable autonomous systems at scale. The position addresses supplier challenges affecting quality, on-time delivery, and the ability to scale, and supports supplier onboarding for new designs.

The intern will work with suppliers and internal engineering and operations teams to improve supplier processes, resolve performance and quality issues, provide manufacturing and specifications guidance, monitor performance, manage supply-chain risks, and support new product introduction. Travel of up to 50% is required.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in electrical, industrial, or mechanical engineering, or a related field, with expected graduation in December 2027 or Spring 2028.
• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, NX, or CATIA.
• Excel and data analysis skills.
• Experience with PLM or ERP systems.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.
• Ability to confidently read engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Understanding of machining, welding, and forming processes.
• Experience leading root-cause investigations using methods such as 8D or 5 Whys.
• Experience working with suppliers or production lines.

Responsibilities

• Audit and embed into supplier processes to identify opportunities to improve cost, lead times, and quality.
• Conduct on-site audits to identify root causes of supplier quality issues or performance challenges.
• Assess and improve supplier capabilities in alignment with engineering and operational priorities.
• Provide suppliers with technical guidance on part specifications, manufacturing processes and standards, and quality measures.
• Track and analyze supplier delivery, quality, and cost metrics; implement corrective actions and continuous improvement plans as needed.
• Identify and mitigate supply-chain risks to support uninterrupted production and component delivery.
• Support new product introduction by ensuring suppliers meet quality and delivery requirements during development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern