Engineer II, Future Concepts (R5910)

The role

This person will develop technology-driven future concepts for Hivemind autonomy applications across air, space, land and maritime domains. The work includes concept studies, analytical reports, proposals and technical briefings for internal and external audiences.

What you will do

• Develop technology-driven future concepts for Hivemind applications across air, space, land and maritime domains.
• Translate customer needs, operational challenges and technology trends into technically credible concepts and mission-oriented use cases.
• Produce concept studies, analytical reports, white papers, RFIs, proposals and other technical artifacts.
• Use quantitative programming or analysis tools to organize data, build models and communicate results.
• Generate and deliver clear technical briefings for technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Collaborate with Product, Engineering, Architecture and Go-To-Market teams to align concepts with technical roadmaps.
• Monitor developments in aerospace, defense, autonomy, robotics and related technologies.
• Travel to customer sites to support engagements, gather insights and present concepts.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, operations research, data science or another relevant quantitative field.
• 2+ years of experience in engineering, technical analysis, concept development, modeling and simulation, product management, or a related area.
• Demonstrated ability to use qualitative and quantitative analysis to support technical decision-making.
• Ability to explain complex material clearly to technical and nontechnical audiences in writing and verbally.
• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills for ambiguous or evolving problems.
• Experience with at least one quantitative programming, modeling or analysis tool, such as Python, MATLAB, C++ or similar.
• Familiarity with aerospace, autonomy, robotics or defense systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a USG security clearance.

Nice to have

• Master's degree in a relevant quantitative or technical field.
• Experience developing novel concepts, models or analytical artifacts for complex technical questions.
• Familiarity with trade studies, modeling and simulation, sensitivity analysis, data visualization or structured comparison of technical alternatives.
• Experience briefing customers, executives, operators, government stakeholders or other decision-makers.
• Experience contributing to product roadmaps, white papers, RFIs, proposals or customer-facing technical material.
• Prior military operations, mission analysis or defense-industry experience.
• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.

Benefits

• Bonus
• Benefits
• Equity
• Temporary benefits package (applies after 60 days of employment for temporary employees)

Before you apply

• All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.
• A USG security clearance must be obtainable and maintainable.
• Pay depends on factors such as skill set, experience, licenses and certifications, and work location.

About the company

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company that builds intelligent systems to protect service members and civilians. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation technologies.