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Engineer II, Future Concepts (R5910)

Shield AI · Washington, D.C. · On-site

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About Shield AI

Autonomy for the world. Backed by a16z.

About the role

The Future Concepts team plays a critical role in shaping next-generation technical concepts and solutions for Hivemind applications across multiple domains. Working closely with Product, Engineering, Architecture, and customer-facing teams, Future Concepts Engineers turn emerging technologies, operational needs, and novel ideas into detailed concepts and models. In this role, you will drive innovation by blending creativity with robust technical expertise.

What they're looking for

  • 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 both technical and nontechnical audiences through written products and verbal briefings
  • Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills, including the ability to apply creativity and collaboration to ambiguous or evolving problems
  • Experience with at least one quantitative programming, modeling, or analysis tool, such as Python, MATLAB, C++, or similar
More about this role

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 .

The Future Concepts team plays a critical role in shaping next-generation technical concepts and solutions for Hivemind applications across multiple domains. Working closely with Product, Engineering, Architecture, and customer-facing teams, Future Concepts Engineers turn emerging technologies, operational needs, and novel ideas into detailed concepts and models. In this role, you will drive innovation by blending creativity with robust technical expertise. You will explore new applications for Hivemind and use data-driven analysis to assess alternatives and inform decisions. By contributing to white papers, proposals, and technical presentations, you will help...

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