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About the role
We are seeking a Staff Engineer, Operational Analyst to drive the modeling, simulation, and analysis of Shield AI’s autonomous aircraft systems. This role is pivotal in evaluating the mission effectiveness, survivability, and operational impact of our autonomy solutions across multiple platforms and domains. You will work closely with engineering, product development, and defense stakeholders to inform design trade-offs, assess system performance, and optimize mission capabilities.
What they're looking for
- 7+ years of experience in operational analysis, modeling & simulation (M&S), or military operations research
- Expertise in military mission analysis, operational planning, and wargaming methodologies
- Proficiency with AFSIM, STK, MATLAB, or other M&S tools used for aerospace and defense applications
- Deep understanding of air combat, ISR, electronic warfare, or autonomous systems in contested environments
- Experience working with DoD stakeholders, warfighters, and government agencies to align capabilities with mission requirements
- Excellent communication and briefing skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership, customers, and military personnel
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 a Staff Engineer, Operational Analyst to drive the modeling, simulation, and analysis of Shield AI’s autonomous aircraft systems. This role is pivotal in evaluating the mission effectiveness, survivability, and operational impact of our autonomy solutions across multiple platforms and domains. You will work closely with engineering, product development, and defense stakeholders to inform design trade-offs, assess system performance, and optimize mission capabilities.
This position requires a deep understanding of military operations, wargaming, modeling & simulation (M&S), analytic techniques, and operational analysis techniques. Your work will...
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