Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Government Relations Manager - UK, Nordics and Benelux (R5217)
London, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Senior$3.6B raised
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Skills: Government Relations, Public Policy, Stakeholder Management, Defence Policy, Strategic Communications
Senior Engineer, Air Vehicle Fluid Systems (R5203)
San Diego, California, United States · On-site
$112k–$169k/yr
Senior$3.6B raised
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Skills: Fluid System Analysis, CAD, NX, Simscape, Amesim
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Skills: People Management, C++, Python, Software Engineering, Deployment Engineering
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Skills: C++, Python, Software Engineering, AI & Autonomy Development, API Integration
Staff Engineer, Mission Systems - Fleet Support (R5004)
Dallas, Texas, United States · On-site
$140k–$210k/yr
Senior$3.6B raised
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Skills: Windows Administration, Linux Administration, Active Directory, Azure AD, IT Asset Management
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-B…
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$140k–$210k/yr
Senior+$3.6B raised
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$110k–$160k/yr
Senior$3.6B raised
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Skills: Flight Testing, UAV/UAS Systems, Test Planning, System Integration, Avionics Troubleshooting
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-B…
Staff Engineer, Electrical Integration & Test (R5204)
Dallas, Texas, United States · On-site
$150k–$220k/yr
Mid level$3.6B raised
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Skills: Electrical Design, Software Design, Test Engineering, Linux, Bash Scripting
Senior Engineer, Autonomy Software Integration & Test (R5225)
Lviv, Lviv Oblast, Ukraine · On-site
Mid level$3.6B raised
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Skills: Manufacturing Engineering, DFM/DFA, Vehicle Integration, Root Cause Analysis, PLM Systems
Staff Engineer, Propulsion Systems Advance Manufacturing (R5185)
Dallas, Texas, United States · On-site
$120k–$190k/yr
Senior$3.6B raised
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aec…
Skills: Propulsion Systems Manufacturing, Fluid Systems Integration, DFM/DFA, Root Cause Analysis, MES & QMS Systems
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$75k–$110k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Bonus, Benefits, Equity
Posted 55d ago
~40 hrs/week
Remote in Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Responsibilities
Manage administrative tasks and tracking for domestic and international proposals while maintaining Salesforce records. Coordinate cross-functional reviews and develop technical content for RFIs and presentations.
Requirements
Requires 2-4 years of experience in government proposals and a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, engineering, or equivalent. Must be proficient in proposal methodologies like Shipley and possess strong technical writing skills.
Full job description
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.
Job Description:
The primary function of this role is managing administrative tasks and tracking across domestic and international proposals, while supporting proposal management and Salesforce maintenance.
The ideal candidate has strong organizational and technical writing skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise language. This role requires strong communication and coordination skills to work across teams.
The proposal administrator will support a growing volume of proposals and pricing efforts, assist with responses to requests for information, and maintain process documentation to standardize workflows and support audits and onboarding.
\nWhat we are looking for:
Exceptional Organizational Skills: Manage tracking, documentation, scheduling across proposal efforts.
Confident team leader: Manage and direct coordination across cross-functional and distributed stakeholders.
Exceptional communicator: Strong and succinct technical writing paired with confident verbal communication skills.
Extreme ownership: Serve as the primary cross-functional lead for Sales Operations admin, process and coordination.
Attention to detail: Ensure accuracy across systems and maintain clear and complete documentation.
What you'll do:
Balance multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, including administrative support, proposal management, and process improvement.
Manage and maintain deal tracking, ensuring records are accurate and audit-ready.
Coordinate deal setup, assignment and supporting documentation across systems.
Oversee charge code creation and lifecycle tracking.
Support pipeline tracking, reporting, and operational data analysis for forecasting and planning.
Coordinate cross-functional reviews, including scheduling, logistics, and documentation of key decisions and approvals.
Serve as a primary point of contact for review processes and related stakeholder communications.
Maintain approval workflows, compliance matrices, and stakeholder records.
Develop and support technical content for requests for information (RFI), proposals, and presentations, including formatting, editing , and knowledge management.
Partner cross-functionally (BD, legal, finance, engineering, etc.) to support proposal execution, process improvements, and business development operations.
Required qualifications:
2-4 years of relevant experience in government proposals or related work.
Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, engineering or equivalent experience.
Experience with proposal methodologies (e.g. Shipley), compliance matrices, and implementing project management tools and processes.
Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills, with demonstrated aptitude for data-driven work.
Ability to develop and support technical content for RFIs, abstracts, and proposal materials.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly.
Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and work with stakeholders at all levels.
Demonstrated ownership, reliability, and ability to adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proven track record of teamwork, professionalism, and maintaining high standards of performance and integrity.
Preferred qualifications:
Experience managing Foreign Military Sale and Direct Commercial Sale proposals.
Strong technical background especially with Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UASs) and software.
You have demonstrated thorough understanding and knowledge of the military operations and the acquisition process that allows you to maintain strong customer relations.
Demonstrated understanding of specific DoD operational scenarios and systems.
Understanding of international markets/geopolitical trends to drive international business strategy
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$75,000 - $110,000 a year
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Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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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.
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide.
Offices: 600 W Broadway, Ste 600, San Diego, California 92101, US · 16240 Gateway Path, Suite 100, Frisco, Texas 75033, US · 2450 Crystal Dr, Ste 200, Arlington, Virginia 22202, US · Abu Dhabi Global Market, Abu Dhabi, AE · Melbourne, AU
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide.
Offices: 600 W Broadway, Ste 600, San Diego, California 92101, US · 16240 Gateway Path, Suite 100, Frisco, Texas 75033, US · 2450 Crystal Dr, Ste 200, Arlington, Virginia 22202, US · Abu Dhabi Global Market, Abu Dhabi, AE · Melbourne, AU