# Capture Manager - XBAT - USMC (R6206) at Shield AI

- Company: Shield AI
- What the company does: Autonomy for the world. Backed by a16z.
- Company website: https://shield.ai
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Senior
- Location: Remote
- Work setup: Remote
- Pay: $280K to $420K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-16
- Apply by: 2026-11-30
- Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/shieldai/638f1b5d-1256-46b8-a5f0-b04b8f3bd021?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/shield-ai-capture-manager-xbat-usmc-r6206/

## About the role

At Shield AI, we’re redefining the battlespace with autonomy-enabled airpower. As part of our global expansion, we’re looking for a bold and visionary Director – USMC Advanced Systems to lead strategic sales, customer engagement, and capture efforts for our X-BAT and other advanced systems supporting USMC markets. This is a high-impact role at the cutting edge of aerospace and defense innovation. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- 10+ years strategic capture / DoN acquisition experience
- Deep knowledge of DoN/USMC acquisition and/or requirements processes
- Experience with emerging technologies
- Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills with the ability to cross-collaborate across technical and operational teams
- Active Secret clearance (TS preferred)
- DAWIA Program Manager - Advanced certification

Tags: Business Development

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/shield-ai-capture-manager-xbat-usmc-r6206/