Lead, Enterprise Strategy and Operations (R6096)

The role

You will work on capital allocation, business cases and strategy execution for Shield AI. You will also lead cross-functional M&A integration from diligence through Day 100 and business-as-usual.

What you will do

• Build financial models and analytic frameworks for investment decisions.
• Assess TAM, margin structure, capital intensity, payback and risk-adjusted returns.
• Contribute to enterprise-wide capital allocation frameworks and governance processes.
• Translate strategic priorities into cross-functional execution plans with KPIs and milestones.
• Lead planning and execution of integration efforts for acquisitions and strategic investments.
• Track and report progress through monthly and quarterly performance reviews.
• Identify bottlenecks, analyze root causes and recommend solutions.
• Lead cross-functional M&A integration from pre-close planning through Day 1, Day 100 and business-as-usual.
• Partner with Finance and business leaders to track and realize synergy and value targets.
• Build repeatable integration playbooks, tools and lessons learned.

Required qualifications

• 6+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 3+ years with a Master's degree.
• 2+ years in strategy consulting, corporate strategy or other high-rigor roles.
• Strong analytical and conceptual problem-solving abilities.
• Experience leading complex, cross-functional transformations in fast-paced, technology-driven environments.
• Demonstrated ability to structure ambiguous problems and drive insight through analysis.
• Financial modeling and analytical capability, including unit economics, forecasting and scenario analysis.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and influence senior stakeholders.
• U.S. citizenship required, with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Nice to have

• Experience or strong interest in complex, technical or regulated industries (aerospace, defense, AI or advanced manufacturing).

Benefits

• Bonus for full-time regular employees.
• Benefits for full-time regular employees.
• Equity for full-time regular employees.
• Temporary benefits package for temporary employees, applicable after 60 days of employment.

Before you apply

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required.
• All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.
• Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits.

About the company

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