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Job DescriptionFounded 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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. The Security Assurance Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing enterprise and product-level security assurance programs to meet compliance, certification, and customer trust objectives. This role ensures our organization maintains compliance with CMMC, ISO 27001, and future security certifications while providing comprehensive ISSM support across systems and environments. The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally with engineering, IT, compliance, and customer teams to verify that our products and operations meet the highest standards of security, resilience, and regulatory alignment. What you'll do: Lead and maintain compliance with CMMC, ISO 27001, and future security certifications. Provide compliance support across enterprise environments, product areas, and customer engagements, ensuring adherence to industry and regulatory standards. Oversee and coordinate third-party security validations and testing to verify and strengthen our security posture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, document, and improve security controls and processes. Deliver clear reporting and communication to stakeholders on compliance status, audit readiness, and risk mitigation activities. Required qualifications: Demonstrated experience managing and developing teams to achieve organizational security and compliance objectives. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with executives, customers, and auditors. Proven ability to manage compliance programs and influence cross-functional groups to meet security requirements. Experience leading CMMC or FedRAMP certifications. Previous ISSM experience with strong knowledge of RMF, NIST 800-53, and related frameworks. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. U.S. Citizen Preferred qualifications: Experience leading commercial certifications such as ISO 27001. Active security clearance or ability to obtain one. 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. At Shield AI, we're solving some of the most complex and consequential challenges in defense and autonomy. As a key member of our Strategy team, you'll work directly with our CEO and senior leadership to drive high-impact initiatives that shape the future of the company and our mission to protect the free world. This is a rare opportunity to influence the trajectory of a generational company-where your strategic thinking, analytical horsepower, and cross-functional leadership will help unlock billion-dollar opportunities and fuel global expansion.What you'll do: Drive mission-critical strategic initiatives across: AI pilots and autonomous systems Aerospace platform development International expansion strategies Mergers & acquisitions Emerging markets and frontier technologies Craft and deliver high-impact content, including: Investor presentations and board updates Government strategy briefs and competitive intelligence reports Internal narratives to align leadership and execution Build business cases for billion-dollar opportunities, applying deep analytical rigor and structured thinking to support executive decision-making Partner directly with cross-functional leaders in engineering, product, business development, and operations to execute high-leverage, cross-company initiatives Bring clarity to ambiguity by turning loosely scoped problems into actionable frameworks, strategic options, and go-forward plans Required qualifications: Min 3-6 years' experience at a top-tier strategy firm (McKinsey, BCG, Bain) or investment bank (Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, etc.), with a clear track record of top-decile performance (top 0.1% preferred). Undergraduate degree from a top-tier institution (MBA a plus but not required). Exceptional structured thinking, executive communication, and writing skills. Proven ability to move fluidly between strategy and execution-equally comfortable modeling in Excel, writing narratives, and presenting to senior stakeholders. Deep intellectual curiosity about national security, AI, autonomy, or aerospace. A bias for action and an ownership mindset. You are driven by purpose, not prestige. 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:The Marketing Team at Shield AI is hiring a Senior Video Editor/ Videographer focused on post-production craft. You are a creative, detail oriented editor with strong technical expertise and a refined creative vision who can turn complex ideas into compelling visual stories and broadcast quality deliverables. You will partner closely with designers, and writers to shape story, pace, sound, color, and finishing for high impact content across platforms and aspect ratios. You collaborate across creative functions to maintain healthy post workflows, including media organization, project templates, motion graphics packages, captioning, color pipelines, and QC. You manage multiple projects in a fast paced environment and deliver on tight timelines. You respond to and synthesize feedback efficiently, sometimes on short notice, and you coordinate with on set teams to align capture needs for interviews, multicam, and b-roll. The role includes on location travel (approximately 25 percent of the year) and flexibility for last minute production needs. When needed, you execute single shooter video, including planning and packing, location prep, solo camera, audio, and lighting setup, directing talent and interviewees, safe data wrangling and DIT in the field, and timely handoff to post. You work independently when required while collaborating closely with internal video producers and key stakeholders.What you'll do: Edit high quality brand and product stories, building clear narratives from interviews, VO, b roll, product, and archival footage. Contribute across the process from concept through final delivery, including approach, schedules, rough cuts, refinements, and finishing. Prepare masters and cutdowns for multiple platforms and aspect ratios, add captions and subtitles, and run thorough QC. Clean and mix audio, including dialogue cleanup, noise reduction, music selection and timing, and mix ready exports. Perform color correction and grading, manage consistent looks and LUTs, and deliver to web and broadcast specifications. Partner hand in hand with marketing team leadership to align on briefs, tone, and strategic objectives. Execute single shooter video when needed, including prep, solo camera, audio, and lighting setup, directing interviewees, safe data wrangling and DIT, and timely handoff to post. Travel for location shoots (approximately 25 percent of the year), sometimes on short notice, and maintain flexibility for production hours. Follow site and data handling protocols, including secure management of sensitive or export controlled material when applicable. Execute single shooter video when needed, including planning and packing, location prep, solo camera, audio, and lighting setup, directing interviewees, safe data wrangling and DIT, and timely handoff to post. Operate and maintain professional camera equipment such as Sony A7sIII, Sony FX6, and similar gear. Respond to feedback quickly and thoughtfully from leadership and stakeholders, iterating to refine video assets. Balance multiple projects simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and uphold high creative standards. Ensure all video content aligns with Shield AI's brand style guide and complies with data handling and export control protocols when applicable. Required qualifications: 5 to 7 plus years of professional experience in video editing and post production with a strong reel that demonstrates story craft, pacing, and polish Expert proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and advanced skills in After Effects for titles, lower thirds, typography driven sequences, simple UI comps, and graphic overlays Proficient color correction and grading in DaVinci Resolve or equivalent, including color managed workflows, LUTs, and delivery to web and broadcast specifications Solid audio post skills, including dialogue cleanup, noise reduction, sound design, and music editing. Strong grasp of typography, layout, and composition with the ability to animate these elements effectively and on brand Proven ability to execute single shooter productions, including planning and packing, location prep, solo camera, audio, and lighting setup, directing interviewees and talent, DIT and safe media handling, and timely handoff to post Hands on experience with Sony A7SIII, Sony FX6, or comparable camera systems, lenses, gimbals, wireless audio, and on set best practices, including basic multi-cam capture Mastery of post workflows, including media management, proxies, version control, project templates, captioning and subtitling, QC, and archive hygiene, with familiarity using tools such as Frame.io and Adobe Creative Cloud Ability to travel up to 25 percent of the year, sometimes on short notice, and flexibility for production hours outside a standard schedule Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with a track record of translating feedback from leadership and stakeholders into thoughtful editorial choices Strong organization and time management, with the ability to prioritize multiple concurrent projects and meet tight deadlines without sacrificing quality Commitment to brand consistency and compliance with site and data handling protocols, including sensitive or export controlled material when applicable Preferred qualifications: Advanced motion design skills, with experience in creating animated graphics and visual effects. Experience with 3D animation or CGI software (e.g., Blender, Cinema 4D, Unreal Engine) for advanced motion graphics. Experience with live-streaming setups and multi-camera production. Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator #LI-HM1#LC 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. We're looking for an experienced Hardware Recruiter to join our Talent Acquisition team and lead full-cycle hiring efforts for our Electrical and Mechanical Engineering teams within our Aircraft Engineering department. In this role, you'll partner closely with technical leaders across avionics, flight hardware, and mechanical design & integration to identify, engage, and hire world-class engineers building next-generation aerospace and autonomous systems. This is an opportunity to own the entire recruiting process - from market mapping and sourcing through offer negotiation - in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where hardware innovation meets autonomy.WHAT YOU'LL DO: Manage full-cycle recruitment for Electrical, Mechanical, and cross-disciplinary hardware roles across multiple programs. Partner with hiring managers and engineering leadership to define role requirements, hiring strategies, and interview processes. Proactively source top hardware engineering talent from both traditional aerospace and adjacent industries (autonomous vehicles, robotics, defense, etc.). Build and maintain strong candidate pipelines for critical and niche hardware roles. Drive exceptional candidate experience from first outreach to close. Leverage data and recruiting metrics to advise stakeholders and continuously improve processes. Collaborate with People Ops and HRBPs on offer strategy, leveling, and compensation alignment. Represent the company at technical events, conferences, and university programs to strengthen brand awareness. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 5+ years of technical recruiting experience, including full-cycle ownership of hardware or systems engineering roles. Proven success hiring in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related hardware domains. Experience recruiting within aerospace, defense, robotics, or autonomous systems industries strongly preferred. Strong understanding of hardware product lifecycles - from concept and design to integration and production. Comfortable sourcing highly specialized talent (e.g., RF, power systems, PCB design, test & validation, structures, or propulsion). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; confident advising technical leaders and executives. Passion for recruiting in a high-growth, mission-oriented environment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Prior experience with tools like Lever, HireZ, and/or ModernLoop Experience with hardware recruiting in both startup and large-scale environments. An engineering or technical background (or curiosity about how things work!). 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. We are seeking an Operational Analysis Lead to drive the modeling, simulation, and analysis of Shield AI's autonomous aircraft systems. This role is pivotal in evaluating the mission effectiveness, survivability, and operational impact of our next gen UAS and other autonomous platforms. You will work closely with engineering, product development, and defense stakeholders to inform design trade-offs, assess system performance, and optimize mission capabilities. This position requires a deep understanding of military operations, wargaming, modeling & simulation (M&S), and operational analysis techniques. Your work will directly shape Shield AI's strategy by identifying how our AI-powered aircraft can best serve the evolving needs of modern warfare.What you'll do: Develop and execute operational analysis strategies to assess the effectiveness of autonomous aircraft in real-world military scenarios. Lead modeling, simulation, and wargaming efforts to evaluate system performance, mission impact, and survivability in contested environments. Work closely with engineering teams to translate operational insights into design decisions and system improvements. Conduct trade studies and sensitivity analyses to assess system performance under varying operational conditions and threats. Utilize advanced modeling & simulation tools (e.g., AFSIM, STK, MATLAB, Python) to develop high-fidelity mission models. Analyze force-on-force engagements, sensor effectiveness, and autonomy-driven decision-making to optimize mission success. Collaborate with DoD stakeholders, operators, and warfighters to understand mission needs and align system capabilities with operational requirements. Develop and present technical reports, briefings, and recommendations to senior leadership, customers, and government agencies. Support concept of operations (CONOPS) development for new AI-driven aircraft capabilities. Identify emerging threats and operational challenges, ensuring Shield AI's systems remain ahead of adversary capabilities. Required Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in operational analysis, modeling & simulation (M&S), or military operations research. Expertise in military mission analysis, operational planning, and wargaming methodologies. Proficiency with AFSIM, STK, MATLAB, Python, or other M&S tools used for aerospace and defense applications. Deep understanding of air combat, ISR, electronic warfare, or autonomous systems in contested environments. Experience working with DoD stakeholders, warfighters, and government agencies to align capabilities with mission requirements. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret large datasets and translate findings into actionable insights. Excellent communication and briefing skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership, customers, and military personnel. Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile development environment with shifting priorities. Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in force-on-force analysis, CONOPS development, or military campaign modeling. Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes, Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS), and military operational testing. Experience integrating AI-driven decision-making algorithms into operational analysis frameworks. Prior military service or experience working with U.S. Air Force, Navy, or Special Operations Forces. Active Secret or Top-Secret clearance (or ability to obtain one). #LI-ED1#LF 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:As a Senior Flight Test Engineer, you will lead hands-on flight test campaigns for next-generation autonomous aircraft systems powered by Hivemind Mission Autonomy. You will operate at the intersection of systems engineering, test operations, and aerospace integration by designing, planning, and executing complex flight test activities on unmanned and optionally piloted platforms. Your work will directly influence the performance, safety, and reliability of cutting-edge AI-enabled flight systems deployed for mission-critical applications. You will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop test strategies, validate system requirements, and ensure flight readiness through rigorous verification, simulation, and flight testing. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives in fast-paced environments, excels at technical leadership, and is motivated by achieving real-world results that advance the future of autonomous aviation.What you'll do: Drive end-to-end test campaigns for integrating Hivemind Mission Autonomy onto a variety of unmanned and autonomous aircraft platforms. Develop and execute system-level test strategies including planning, verification, validation, and readiness assessments. Review and analyze both simulated and live flight test results to validate system functionality, assess performance metrics, and identify areas for improvement. Prepare and deliver technical reports, test summaries, and data packages for internal and external stakeholders. Coordinate with cross-functional engineering teams to align test objectives and ensure efficient system integration. Establish and manage Software- and Hardware-In-the-Loop (SIL/HIL) environments, simulation tools, and automated test pipelines to validate mission autonomy behaviors. Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to ensure safe and compliant flight operations. Serve as a technical lead during virtual and live flight test events, including pre-flight setup, real-time mission monitoring, data acquisition, and post-flight analysis. Develop test documentation including procedures, test cards, checklists, results summaries, and lessons learned. Support the creation of data dashboards and visualization tools for tracking test results, performance metrics, and anomaly trends. Drive continuous improvement of test methodologies, tools, and workflows for efficiency, quality, and repeatability. Support travel to flight test ranges, customer integration sites, and defense partner test events as required. Required qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM discipline such as Aerospace, Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering. Minimum of ~4 years of experience in test engineering, with emphasis on flight test operations, aerospace integration, or mission system verification. Hands-on experience with Software/Hardware-In-the-Loop environments, simulation tools, and system integration labs. Demonstrated ability to plan, conduct, and document structured aircraft test campaigns. Solid understanding of systems engineering principles and verification/validation processes as they pertain to Aerospace. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface effectively across engineering and program management teams. Proven record of collaborative leadership, technical ownership, and sound engineering judgment. Willingness to travel to flight test and integration sites as needed. Preferred qualifications: Basic proficiency in software development or scripting (for example, Python) for test automation, data parsing, or flight log analysis. Experience with Department of Defense test programs, including DT&E and OT&E processes. Background in UAS, autonomous systems, or AI-enabled flight control testing. Familiarity with DoD or industry flight test safety standards and range operations. Experience working in DoD system integration laboratories or equivalent high-fidelity simulation environments. Familiarity with flight test data acquisition systems, telemetry, and post-flight analysis tools. Test Pilot School coursework or collaboration experience with military or experimental flight test organizations. #LI-LD1#LC 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Our Staff Applications Engineers will lead customer engagements and become experts in the Hivemind Enterprise product. They will provide technical expertise and support to customers during the implementation and use of Shield AI enterprise software products. This role involves working closely with customers to understand their requirements and ensuring successful product integration for AI & Autonomy development. What you'll do: Become an expert user of the Hivemind enterprise software stack. Provide technical support and training to customers. Develop AI & Autonomy applications using the Shield AI enterprise software development kit. Assist the sales team in pre-sales activities, e.g., demos. Assist in post-sales deployment and integration of Shield AI enterprise software products. Develop and maintain technical documentation and training materials. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues. Help customers debug software/API integration issues. Collaborate with the engineering team to address customer feedback and improve products. Conduct minimal travel (~10%) to other Shield AI sites for demos, team offsites, etc. Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. 7+ years of experience of industry experience 3+ years of experience in an integration/applications engineering role 3+ years of experience working in a startup environment. Strong technical background in software engineering. Strong proficiency in writing modern C++ code. Intermediate proficiency in writing Python code. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Preferred qualifications: Experience in the defense aviation or robotics industry. Experience building and running a small enterprise software applications/solutions engineering team. 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:Shield AI is looking for a Senior Proposal Specialist to take extreme ownership of growth, technical writing and content development for international proposals across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa-specifically supporting CENTCOM and EUCOM opportunities. This role is part of Business Development Operations (BD Ops) and works cross-functionally to develop compliant, compelling, and technically sound proposals for government and commercial defense customers. The ideal candidate will have a background in autonomy, UAS/UAV systems, aerospace, and defense software, paired with a firm grasp of military strategy, international defense markets, and the DoD acquisition lifecycle. If you're a technical storyteller who thrives at the intersection of strategy, operations, and growth-and you're passionate about leveraging autonomy to protect service members and civilians-this is your opportunity to lead. What we are looking for:--Editorial lead to support the Proposal Team by developing global proposal efforts across EUCOM, CENTCOM, and INDOPACOM markets.--Facilitate engagement with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with business development goals, customer needs, and regional strategy.--Exceptional Content Developer and Communicator--Develop clear, compliant, and persuasive proposal content tailored to defense and commercial audiences.--Translate complex technical inputs into compelling, strategically aligned narratives that meet customer requirements and evaluation criteria.--Communicate effectively with SMEs, executives, and international partners in both written and verbal formats. What you'll do: Balance competing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment including technical content generation, and process improvement. Serve as the editorial lead to manage, develop, and author technical content for RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, abstracts, white papers, and quad charts. Opportunity to craft content for best-in-class products while collaborating cross-functionally with both international and domestic teams. Translate complex autonomy and UAS software concepts into customer-focused proposal narratives. Maintain rigorous document control and versioning practices throughout the proposal process. Develop briefing decks, customer-facing materials, and internal knowledge artifacts to support business development operations. Required qualifications: 4-6+ years of federal or international government proposal experience, business development, strategy consulting, or technical writing. Alternatively, 5+ years working with federal or international government requirements, with exposure to defense procurement. Active DoD Security Clearance (Secret) BS in Business, STEM, or related field. Familiarity with Shipley or similar proposal methodologies and project management tools. Strong experience editing and writing technical content in support of aerospace, defense, or autonomy-related offerings. Proven record of high performance in collaborative, fast-paced environments. Strong presentation and public speaking skills. Experience supporting BD efforts with technical storytelling and deal structuring. Deep understanding of DoD acquisition processes, especially within CENTCOM and EUCOM AORs. Preferred qualifications: MBA or advanced degree in a relevant discipline. Experience managing FMS and DCS proposals in support of international customers. Strong technical background in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and autonomous software systems. Experience with international defense sales, solution engineering, geopolitical analysis, and military strategy development. TS/SCI Clearance #LI-HM1#LD 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:Are you an experienced Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) ready to lead cybersecurity efforts within critical Government Programs? Do you thrive in a mission-driven environment focused on securing Special Access Programs (SAPs)? Join Shield AI and be part of a team at the forefront of technological innovation in national security. As an ISSO, you will play a key role in ensuring the security and compliance of our classified information systems. Collaborating closely with Program Engineering and IT teams, you'll develop and implement security measures that align with program and enterprise requirements. Your work will be vital to maintaining the integrity and security of our operations. What you'll do: Lead the implementation of information security measures for classified information systems, ensuring compliance with program and enterprise standards. Contribute to the Assessment & Authorization (A&A) process to secure Authorization to Operate (ATO) for critical systems. Conduct ongoing security monitoring to proactively address vulnerabilities and risks. Mentor and guide the security team in the application of best practices and security controls. Drive the integration of security monitoring tools to enhance vulnerability assessment and real-time monitoring capabilities. Develop strategies to streamline A&A processes, ensuring adherence to government policies and achieving security milestones. Lead security assessments and provide training on information security protocols and risk management practices. Other duties as assigned. Required qualifications: This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. 3-5 years of ISSO experience. Experience with Windows and Linux system administration, auditing, and best practices Certification to satisfy IAM Level I (CompTIA Security+ CE, CAP, or GSLC). Knowledgeable in Government policies and frameworks. Preferred qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related field. Experience with security tools and frameworks. Linux Sysadmin experience Strong understanding of cybersecurity compliance and assessment practices. Proven ability to work independently and within team environments. Experience in assessing and documenting test or analysis data to demonstrate cybersecurity compliance. #LI-HM1#LC 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. The Chief Engineer at Shield AI is responsible for solving complex technical challenges in deploying advanced autonomy solutions on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). As the chief authority on system architecture, design, development, risk mitigation, and product quality the Chief Engineer ensures the successful integration of Hivemind Autonomy across a range of aircraft, from small UAS to large autonomous collaborative platforms. This role is part of the Hivemind Solutions organization and leads a team of engineers to deliver cutting-edge autonomous capabilities for business-to-business and defense contracts. The ideal candidate has defense industry experience as a Chief Engineer and a proven track record of leading technical teams to develop and deploy autonomous systems.WHAT YOU'LL DO: Serve as the Chief Engineer on Shield AI projects focused on developing and deploying autonomy solutions for unmanned aircraft Lead a team responsible for advancing Hivemind Autonomy and shaping Department of Defense (DoD) autonomy architectures. Define and assign technical objectives, make key engineering decisions, and ensure the quality and completeness of all technical deliverables Provide technical leadership and oversight across both Internal Research and Development (IRAD) initiatives and DoD contracts. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, and/or similar degree 10+ years of industry experience in autonomy and/or UAS platforms (e.g., defense tech, self-driving car, etc.) 7+ years of delivering software into production/certifiable environments with high-reliability Understanding of guidance, control and navigation (GNC) (e.g. controls, estimation, planning) Understanding of robotics stack (e.g., controls, estimation, perception, planning, etc.) Understanding of software development processes and how to effectively deploy software Experience defining technical scope and managing technical requirements, product architectures, ICDs and other system level design documentation Demonstrate problem solving skills by applying a scientific technical approach Customer-facing engineering leader supporting both defense and internally funded development programs Contribute to government contract proposal writing Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Excellent leadership skills, driving a team of 6-20 engineers #LI-DM1#LEFull-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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:Are you passionate about the technology frontier? Do you enjoy creating compliant, scalable processes without slowing innovation? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your expertise directly supports national security and global impact? As a Trade Compliance Manager at Shield AI, you'll be a key part of enabling and protecting the business. You'll work closely with engineering, legal, and operations teams to build and maintain compliance infrastructure that supports product development, licensing, and global shipments. Your work will be instrumental to protect service members and civilians across the globe.What you'll do: Partner with engineering, business development, program, and operations teams to identify export classification and licensing needs for products, software, and technology. Prepare, submit, and maintain export license applications and agreements (e.g., DSP-5s, TAA, MLAs, BIS licenses). Create and manage internal controls, including jurisdiction and classification workflows, visitor screening, and controlled technical data access. Lead audits and assessments to identify gaps and drive continuous improvement in our trade compliance program. Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school, or equivalent legal training 5+ years of experience in U.S. export compliance, including jurisdiction/classification and licensing under ITAR and EAR Experience managing or administering export licenses and agreements through DECCS and SNAP-R A strong understanding of trade compliance requirements in a tech or defense-focused environment Familiarity with software technical data and technology controls and access restrictions Demonstrated people management experience, including leading, mentoring, and developing compliance or cross-functional teams Preferred qualifications: You've built or scaled a trade compliance program at a fast-moving technology company. You have experience working with government agencies (e.g., DDTC, BIS, DHS) during audits or disclosures. You are comfortable working with engineers and product teams to interpret technical documentation and identify export control implications. You hold a compliance certification (e.g., ECoP, ITAR/EAR training) or have completed relevant government export control training courses. #LI-HM1#LE 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly motivated Staff Contracts Administrator to join our team supporting defense contracting operations. In this role, you will be responsible for the preparation, negotiation, and management of contracts to ensure compliance with federal regulations and company policies. This position requires an individual with strong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and other relevant regulations.Projects you might work on: Helping the business development team drive customer growth by working to execute both new and existing contracts. Drafting Memorandums of Understanding, Teaming Agreements, Statements of Work and Requests for Proposals. Administration of large contracts and assisting in key negotiations. Proving support to supply chain by guiding and drafting terms and conditions for subcontracts and suppliers. Collaboration with internal teams to align transactions with Shield AI strategic objectives Alert Counsel when identifying risks and compliance with various regulations. What you'll do: Prepare, review, and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and other agreements to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Administer government contracts, including monitoring performance, ensuring compliance, and managing modifications or amendments. Analyze contract terms and conditions to identify risks and recommend mitigating strategies. Serve as the primary point of contact for contractual matters with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders. Ensure timely and accurate reporting and documentation of contract-related activities. Collaborate with legal, finance, and project teams to address contractual issues and resolve disputes. Monitor and ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and other applicable regulations. Understanding of and ability to identify and assert appropriate data rights in technical data or computer software. Support proposal development, including preparing relevant contract documentation and other supporting documents necessary for submitting a compliant proposal. Maintain organized records of all contract-related documentation. Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Contracts Management, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in contracts administration, preferably in a defense contracting environment providing cradle-to-grave contract administration support for CPAF, CPFF, CPFF LOE, FFP and T&M government contracts. Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and government procurement processes. Experience negotiating terms and conditions and managing government contracts. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently as well as support multiple stakeholders in a rapid pace environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). US citizenship is required with an active Top-Secret Clearance. Preferred qualifications: Masters Degree in Business Administration or a related field Certification in Contracts Management (e.g., CPCM, CFCM, or similar) Experience with software development contracts and software licensing instruments #LI-HM1#LD 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. JOB DESCRIPTION:Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In pursuit of this mission, Shield AI is building the world's best AI pilot. Its AI pilot, Hivemind, has flown a fighter jet (F-16), a vertical takeoff and landing drone (V-BAT), and a quadcopter (Nova). The company has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington DC and abroad. Shield AI's products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. allies. The Discrete Planning Group is a part of the Autonomy Team for Hivemind Enterprise Product. The group is an agile set of engineers focused on researching and developing state-of-the-art algorithms that drive intelligent and confidence-inspiring flight behaviors while accounting for an uncertain and dynamic world. As a member of the group, you will work at the intersection of artificial intelligence, discrete optimization, and motion planning. You will architect and write high-quality software for core systems, set standards for software engineering, refine technical requirements, drive strategic technical improvements, and mentor other engineers.What you'll do: Research, design, and implement state-of-the-art algorithms for optimal task allocation, scheduling and temporal sequencing of heterogeneous teams of autonomous vehicles (land, air, other). Solidify and improve existing C++ based mission planning software applicable across disparate vehicle types and compute platforms. Work with our engineers, program managers, and product managers to define a technical roadmap for future autonomy solutions and SDK offerings. Projects you might work on: Breakdown a mission into assignable tasks based on agent capabilities such as navigating in contested and denied environments and adapting to mission changes in real-time. Construct feasible and optimal action plans for distributed teams of autonomous vehicles that also minimize human operator workload. Full software and hardware-in-the-loop simulation of complex multi-agent missions. Required qualifications: Typically requires a PhD with graduate work in Optimization or Operations Research. Master's degree with 4 or more years of work in the same areas. Expert in Integer or Mixed Integer Linear Programming, Constraint Programming, Convex Optimization, Multi-Objective-Optimization and using established solvers such as Gurobi, Google-OR, CPLEX etc. Significant experience in implementing algorithms in C++ and using debuggers such as gdb to troubleshoot execution within a multi-threaded environment. Ways to Stand Out: Past publications on Optimization(google scholar profile). Senior: $160,000-$240,000 Staff: $187,000-$281,000 Senior Staff- $228,000-$342,000 #LI-AC1#AD 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. The Hivemind Solutions Test Department is seeking an Engineer II or Senior Test Engineer (Software & Simulation Focus) to join our DC-based team. Since Shield AI's mission is to protect service members and civilians, The Hivemind Solutions Test Department makes this a reality by validating the reliability, safety, and performance of our world-class autonomy software. You'll lead simulation-driven testing, automation, and software quality efforts for Hivemind, building and executing test frameworks that ensure our autonomy software performs reliably across simulated and real-world mission environments. Shield AI is growing quickly, and we're looking for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, embraces learning, and brings a high-ownership, mission-driven mindset. This is a chance to have a real impact-advancing autonomy that protects lives-while working with a collaborative, high-performing team.What You'll Do: Develop automated regression, integration, and system-level tests to ensure Hivemind software quality and stability across releases Identify, reproduce, and diagnose software issues-collaborating closely with development teams to drive fixes and improvements Create and execute test plans and documentation for autonomy software in simulated environments, ensuring mission and safety requirements are met Design, implement, and maintain simulation-based test frameworks to validate Hivemind autonomy behavior and performance Build tools and utilities in Python to automate testing, data processing, and analysis workflows Develop test harnesses and data validation tools for Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) / Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) / Vehicle-in-the-Loop (VIL) and simulation environments Contribute to the definition of testing methodologies, metrics, and performance benchmarks for autonomy software validation Support the scaling and reliability of simulation infrastructure used for large-scale software validation Maintain detailed and accurate test documentation, ensuring traceability and knowledge sharing across teams Work with developers to integrate test coverage directly into the development pipeline (CI/CD) Required Qualifications: Typically requires a minimum of 3-5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 2-4 years and a Master's degree; or 2 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience Proficiency in Python Experience in robotics, small UAS, or related hands-on engineering projects Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills Passionate about intelligent aircraft systems Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional software, hardware and mechanical engineering teams Adaptability and a willingness to learn new technologies and methodologies quickly in a fast-paced environment The ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET Clearance. US citizenship is required as only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Experience testing autonomous systems, robotics software, or flight autonomy algorithms Familiarity with C++ and software/hardware integration concepts. Experience with HIL or VIL test environments. Exposure to machine learning or AI-driven autonomy systems. Background in simulation infrastructure design, distributed testing, or test data management. Quality Assurance (QA) experience, including process definition, metrics, and validation tracking Experience with aerospace, defense, or mission-critical software Active SECRET clearance preferred #LI-LD1#LC#LB 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:We are seeking a detail-oriented GRC Analyst to support our security and compliance initiatives across the organization. This role will drive the execution of key certifications such as CMMC, ISO 27001, and other industry-related standards, ensuring readiness through audit prep, documentation, and cross-functional coordination. The analyst will develop and maintain customer-facing collateral, including standardized RFI/RFP responses and security whitepapers. They will also monitor internal controls, track remediation efforts, and help align teams with regulatory and contractual requirements. Ideal candidates have a strong understanding of compliance frameworks, excellent communication skills, and experience managing audits in fast-paced environments.What you'll do: Lead audit preparation, execution, and remediation efforts for certifications such as CMMC, ISO 27001, and other industry-aligned standards. Develop and maintain security compliance collateral, including policies, whitepapers, and standardized RFI/RFP responses. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Security, IT, Legal, Engineering) to implement and track control requirements. Monitor regulatory obligations and maintain audit readiness through continuous assessment and documentation. Support customer trust efforts by aligning compliance initiatives with business growth and contractual requirements. Required qualifications: 5+ years of experience in GRC, compliance, or information security roles, with a focus on both commercial and government customer requirements. Proven track record of leading audit readiness and certification efforts for frameworks such as CMMC, ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, or similar. Strong understanding of regulatory and contractual obligations in both federal and enterprise environments. Exceptional communication and documentation skills, with experience developing customer-facing compliance materials. Ability to work independently, influence cross-functional teams, and prioritize in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Preferred qualifications: Experience leading security and compliance programs in defense, aerospace, or other highly regulated environments. Deep familiarity with CMMC and ISO 27001 frameworks, along with related government or industry requirements. Proven ability to independently interface with customers, address security inquiries, and represent the company's posture with confidence. Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, or Certified CMMC Professional (CCP). Strong influence skills-able to drive cross-functional results, overcome resistance, and align stakeholders toward compliance goals. #LI-HM1#LD 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:Shield AI is hiring a Director of Solutions Engineering - X-BAT to lead the technical capture and early-phase customer engagement strategy for one of the company's most ambitious aircraft programs. The Director will serve as the senior technical counterpart to business development leadership, responsible for guiding concept definition, requirement shaping, and system alignment across domestic and international defense markets. This role requires a leader with deep experience in tactical aviation systems, government engagement, and multi-domain operations. The Director will interface directly with senior DoD officials, international partners, and Shield AI's internal program leadership to ensure that X-BAT's evolving design, capability roadmap, and mission alignment remain synchronized with both customer needs and company strategy.What you'll do: Lead technical capture and solution strategy for the X-BAT aircraft program across U.S. and international defense opportunities. Collaborate with Business Development, Program Management, and Engineering teams to translate customer needs into clear design intent and program priorities. Shape and interpret early acquisition activities (RFIs, AOAs, draft RFPs, white papers) into actionable system concepts and campaign strategies. Drive alignment between customer CONOPS, technical architecture, and program execution, ensuring what is promised can be delivered within the vehicle roadmap. Develop and deliver technical narratives, proposals, and executive-level briefings that clearly articulate X-BAT's mission relevance and technical advantage. Build and maintain trusted relationships with DoD and international defense stakeholders, representing X-BAT as the authoritative technical voice during early capture. Support competitive analysis, investment prioritization, and solution differentiation across evolving international campaigns. Work closely with the X-BAT program office to ensure sales commitments, technical baselines, and engineering execution remain aligned. Mentor junior solutions engineers and help establish a scalable, technically rigorous sales engineering function as program demand grows. Represent the full Shield AI autonomy ecosystem - including Hivemind, AI Pilot, ISR payloads, and mission software - as part of integrated campaign solutions. Required qualifications: 15+ years of experience in aerospace or defense technical capture, systems engineering, or business development roles. Demonstrated ability to shape early capture pursuits and align solution concepts with long-term program strategy. Proven success interfacing between technical program teams and customer-facing business development organizations. Deep understanding of tactical aviation or Group 5 UAS systems, including mission tradeoffs and operational design drivers. Strong systems-level engineering perspective with the ability to translate operational concepts into actionable architectures. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for both technical and executive audiences. Bachelor's degree in engineering, applied science, or related field (advanced degree preferred). Active or eligible U.S. security clearance. Demonstrated ability to lead in fast-paced, ambiguous environments requiring cross-functional coordination and executive judgment. Preferred qualifications: Experience with advanced programs, autonomous systems, or tactical aircraft development at a defense prime or leading aerospace firm. Background in autonomy, electronic warfare, or networked ISR architectures. Familiarity with Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD), CCA, and allied export/FMS pathways. Prior military aviation or acquisition experience. Advanced degree in engineering, business, or systems management. Willingness to relocate or travel frequently to Dallas, TX or Washington, D.C #LI-TF1#LF 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description: Shield AI is seeking an Aircraft Configuration Design Engineer to support the development of next-generation autonomous UAVs. In this role, you will assist in the design, optimization, and integration of aircraft configurations, ensuring that vehicle aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, and mission systems are harmonized for performance, manufacturability, and operational effectiveness. This position is ideal for a mechanical or aerospace engineer with a passion for cutting edge aircraft design, multi-disciplinary systems integration, and iterative prototyping in a fast-paced defense technology environment. What you'll do: Assist in the conceptual and preliminary design of Shield AI's UAV platforms, ensuring optimal aerodynamic and structural configurations. Support aircraft sizing, weight estimation, and trade studies to evaluate different airframe configurations. Work with multi-disciplinary engineering teams (mechanical, electrical, propulsion, avionics) to ensure seamless system integration. Develop and refine 3D CAD models of aircraft structures, subsystems, and flight\u0002critical components. Perform basic aerodynamic and structural analysis using computational tools to assess feasibility and performance impacts. Participate in design reviews, system trade studies, and prototype development efforts. Support rapid prototyping and wind tunnel testing of scaled models to validate design concepts. Assist in requirements development, documentation, and verification planning for aircraft subsystems. Ensure designs comply with manufacturing feasibility, mission requirements, and aerospace industry standards. Work closely with manufacturing and production teams to transition designs from concept to prototype and full-scale production. Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering (or related field). 5 years of experience in aircraft design, configuration layout, or airframe integration. Proficiency in CAD modeling (NX, SolidWorks, or similar) for airframe and structural design. Basic understanding of aircraft aerodynamics, structures, and propulsion system integration. Ability to perform basic FEA, CFD, or weight & balance assessments. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in cross\u0002functional teams. Excellent communication and technical documentation skills. Active Secret clearance Preferred qualifications: Master's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering (or related field). Experience with unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) design or aircraft conceptual design. Familiarity with aircraft performance modeling, stability & control, and flight dynamics. Hands-on experience with rapid prototyping, wind tunnel testing, or flight hardware development. Knowledge of manufacturing techniques, composite materials, and aerospace structural design principles. Experience working in a fast-paced, high-tech startup or defense environment. Active TS clearance or ability to gain a TS clearance. #LI-JM2#LD 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:As a senior member within the Hivemind perception team, you will join an ambitious effort to bring autonomy to the world through the rapid design, development, integration, test, and deployment of extensible software solutions to enable GPS-denied navigation, computer vision, object detection & tracking, and sensor fusion on autonomous platforms. You will bring a deep understanding of optimal state estimation, computer vision, sensor integration, data fusion, statistical inference, and dynamics modeling as well as a wealth of professional experience developing software using modern C++ (11 or greater) to this role. What you'll do: Enhance the perception capabilities offered in the Hivemind Software Development Kit (SDK) product Serve as the technical conscience of one or more core disciplines within the field of robot perception or localization Develop state of the art algorithms relevant to GPS-denied navigation, SLAM, object detection & tracking, and sensor fusion across several operational domains (air, land, maritime, space) Write production-quality software in C++ that will be deployed to high-reliability UAS's, ensuring robustness, efficiency, and scalability Develop and maintain comprehensive unit, integration, and system tests to validate your software Lead the planning and execution of design reviews to introduce new perception capabilities into the Hivemind SDK product Create and enhance sensor models within a state-of-the-art simulation environment Elevate the performance of high-caliber, agile scrum teams by driving clarity and technical rigor into their feature delivery processes Mentor and guide peers and less experienced engineers, fostering technical excellence and high standards across the team Work in a fast-paced, collaborative, continuous development environment, enhancing analysis and performance benchmarking capabilities Required Qualifications: M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science or a related field; Minimum 2+ years of related professional work experience if you have an M.S degree or 0 years if you have a new Ph.D graduate. 3+ years of active software development experience using modern versions of C++ (11 or above) Proven expertise in object-oriented software design principles and their practical implementation Experience with robotics perception and localization algorithms and frameworks, including object detection and tracking, simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM), optimal state estimation (KF, EKF, UKF, factor graphs), and sensor fusion Strong Git and Linux development skills along with modern software development practices (e.g., CI/CD, test-driven development) Demonstrated track record of delivering high-quality software to meet product design requirements under accelerated delivery schedules Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with or developing software under DO-178C or similar safety-critical software standards Experience modeling and integrating sensors related to perception and localization with production software (E.g., IMUs, barometers, magnetometers, RGB cameras, infrared sensors, radars, ladars, etc.) A strong record of technical leadership supporting product-oriented R&D efforts relevant to autonomy, aerospace, military, or robotics applications Eng 2: $131,000-$197,000Senior: $160,000-$240,000Staff: $187,000-$281,000Full-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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Job DescriptionFounded 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 nine 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 ************** Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. This role is for a seasoned C++ generalist and systems integrator who thrives at the intersection of software, infrastructure, and integration. You'll lead complex technical efforts across distributed systems and simulation environments, with minimal oversight. Your work will shape foundational capabilities that power autonomy, simulation, and real-time system interfaces across multiple platforms. What You'll Do: Architect and implement high-performance C++ and Python systems across cross-platform environments. Lead the design and integration of distributed systems, simulation tools, and third-party hardware/software. Define and enforce technical direction, design patterns, and integration practices across projects. Guide teams in building robust messaging and API layers (e.g., gRPC, REST, ZeroMQ) that bridge critical system components. Own the evolution and support of CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI, Docker, Conan, and CMake. Lead debugging and optimization of real-time and multi-threaded systems across a range of domains. Drive end-to-end integration efforts, including planning, implementation, and verification across simulation and operational systems. Serve as a force multiplier by mentoring other engineers and contributing to shared tooling and process improvements. Evaluate and incorporate new technologies that improve system performance, stability, and developer efficiency. Required Qualifications: Typically requires a minimum of 7 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 5 years and a Master's degree; or 4 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience. Advanced experience designing and maintaining large C++ systems, with fluency in C++14/17/20 and comfort navigating legacy C++98/03 codebases. Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments, including system-level development and debugging tools. Strong systems integration background with practical experience in distributed systems, real-time processing, and hardware/software interfaces. Significant experience with CI/CD systems, containerization (e.g., Docker), and build tooling (e.g., CMake, Conan). Proficiency in Python and familiarity with other scripting and automation tools. Deep knowledge of Linux environments (Windows experience is a bonus). Demonstrated success leading efforts involving 10+ contributors, including technical planning and mentorship. Strong understanding of networking concepts and communication protocols. Active SECRET clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Real-time or distributed simulation experience (e.g., AFSIM, NGTS, or similar). Familiarity with message-passing infrastructure and web-service technologies like gRPC, REST APIs, and message queues. Familiarity with open standards like UCI and OMS, and an understanding of data buses and interface protocols common in avionics and aircraft systems. Experience integrating simulation with autonomy frameworks or real-time operators. Experience developing and integrating with modeling or analysis pipelines. Ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance. #LI-LD1#LD 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. ### Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.