San Diego, California, United States · On-site
$160k–$250k/yr
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 Operations, Strategic Leadership, AI Enablement, Service Delivery, Process Design
San Diego, California, United States · On-site
$70k–$105k/yr
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 Compliance, FAR, DFARS, CAS, Internal Auditing
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
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++, Robotics, Autonomy, Perception, Path Planning
Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands · On-site
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: Business Development, Capture Management, Account Management, Strategic Partnerships, Defence Procurement
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
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++, Robotics, Autonomy, Perception, Path Planning
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
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++, Computer Vision, Image Processing, Machine Learning, Real-time Systems
London, England, United Kingdom · On-site
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: Program Management, Software Test Engineering, Release Management, Test Automation, Jira
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
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++, Computer Vision, Image Processing, Machine Learning, Real-time Systems
Dallas, Texas, United States · On-site
$33/hr–$48/hr
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 Troubleshooting, Mechanical Repair, Wiring Harness Construction, Soldering, Crimping
Dallas, Texas, United States · On-site
$140k–$210k/yr
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: Digital Manufacturing, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), Industrial Automation, AI Implementation, Data Architecture
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
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++, Computer Vision, Image Processing, Machine Learning, Real-time Systems
Dallas, Texas, United States · On-site
$120k–$180k/yr
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: Aviation Safety, Safety Management Systems, Operational Auditing, Mishap Investigation, Root Cause Analysis
Dallas, Texas, United States · On-site
$26/hr–$39/hr
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: Piston Engine Overhaul, Aircraft Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Precision Measuring Tools, Technical Documentation
San Diego, California, United States · On-site
$150k–$220k/yr
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: Python, Data Analysis, Data Pipelines, Fleet Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis
Dallas, Texas, United States · On-site
$170k–$250k/yr
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: Lab Strategy, Infrastructure Design, Asset Management, HIL/SIL Systems, People Management
Dallas, Texas, United States · On-site
$170k–$260k/yr
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: Material Review Board, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Sustaining Engineering, Aerospace Structures
Dallas, Texas, United States · On-site
$90k–$135k/yr
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: Mechanical Design, 3D CAD, SolidWorks, NX, CATIA
San Diego, California, United States · On-site
$88k–$130k/yr
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: 3D CAD Modeling, Systems Integration, GD&T, Tolerance Stack-up Analysis, PLM Systems
New Delhi, Delhi, India · On-site
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: Technical Capture, Pre-sales Engineering, Defense Procurement, Systems Engineering, Proposal Development
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Hybrid
$110k–$160k/yr
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: Financial Modeling, SQL, FP&A, GTM Finance, Data Engineering
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Lead and evolve the People Operations function by building AI-powered, scalable processes across the entire employee lifecycle. Partner with cross-functional leaders to transform service delivery into a self-service model while ensuring data integrity and operational excellence.
Requires a Bachelor's degree and over 15 years of HR/People Operations experience, including 7+ years leading shared services teams. Proven track record in operational transformation, AI-enabled solutions, and managing complex workforce operations in high-growth environments.
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.
Shield AI is seeking a Director of People Operations to lead and evolve our People Operations function as we continue to scale. In this role, you'll shape how we deliver an exceptional employee experience by building efficient, technology-enabled, and AI-powered processes that support every stage of the employee lifecycle. You'll balance strategic transformation with hands-on operational leadership, partnering closely with HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, Legal, and business leaders to create a high-performing, scalable People organization that enables our employees—and our business—to thrive.
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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.
Autonomy for the world.
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
Autonomy for the world.
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
