HA
Washington, DC, United States· Full-time
$224K – $260K/yr
SA
Role overview
Job description
Job Description Are you a mission-driven engineering leader passionate about developing advanced autonomous aircraft? Do you want to help deliver capabilities that provide decisive advantage in contested environments? Shield AI may be the place for you. Shield AI is seeking a Director of Mission Systems to lead multidisciplinary teams spanning communications, and integrated mission systems for our next-generation autonomous aircraft. This leader will establish the organization’s technical and business strategy, align investments and priorities with product and program objectives, and oversee execution from early concept development through integration, flight test, and fielding. The ideal candidate has led a multidisciplinary organization supporting complex military aircraft or autonomous systems and brings strong business acumen alongside sound technical judgment. This individual ne
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- Source: Shield AI's official careers site (via Lever) · last confirmed on the source 30 Oct 2026
- Posted 11 Sept 2026
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What they are looking for
Skills & requirements
Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, mathematics, or another relevant technical discipline; 10+ years of experience supporting complex military aircraft, autonomous systems, or other aerospace and defense programs
Department · X-BAT Division
Hiring company
Shield AI
Technology
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