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About the role
We are seeking an intellectually curious, learning-agile, and strategic Senior Executive Recruiter to identify and attract exceptional leaders who will help shape Shield AI's future. As a fast-growing defense technology company, our hiring priorities evolve quickly, requiring adaptability, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while delivering results. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Conduct comprehensive executive assessments evaluating technical expertise, leadership capabilities, business impact, and alignment with Shield AI's mission and values
- Apply structured interviews, competency frameworks, and assessment tools to support informed hiring decisions
- Deliver clear, balanced candidate evaluations highlighting strengths, development areas, and potential risks
- Partner with interview teams to drive consistent candidate calibration and effective selection decisions
- Deliver an exceptional candidate experience while building long-term relationships with executive talent
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant professional experience
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 .
We are seeking an intellectually curious, learning-agile, and strategic Senior Executive Recruiter to identify and attract exceptional leaders who will help shape Shield AI's future. As a fast-growing defense technology company, our hiring priorities evolve quickly, requiring adaptability, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while delivering results.
Reporting to the Head of Executive Search, the Senior Executive Recruiter – Aircraft will independently lead complex senior leadership searches across Shield AI's Aircraft organization, identifying leaders responsible for developing, producing, and scaling next-generation autonomous aircraft. This...
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