Lead, Enterprise Strategy and Operations (R6096)

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.

Responsibilities

Build financial models and analytic frameworks for investment decisions (new platforms, manufacturing, international expansion); Assess TAM, margin structure, capital intensity, payback, and risk-adjusted returns; Contribute to the development of enterprise-wide capital allocation frameworks and governance processes; Translate strategic priorities into cross-functional execution plans with defined KPIs and milestones; Lead the planning and execution of integration efforts for acquisitions, strategic investments, and other inorganic growth initiatives; Track and report on progress through structured operating cadences (monthly and quarterly performance reviews); Identify bottlenecks, analyze root causes, and recommend actionable solutions to sustain execution velocity; Lead cross-functional M&A integration from diligence and pre-close planning through Day 1, Day 100, and business-as-usual transition; Translate deal objectives into integrated workplans, governance, milestones, decision forums, and executive reporting; Coordinate functional leaders to manage dependencies, resolve critical issues, and maintain business, customer, and mission continuity; Partner with Finance and business leaders to validate, track, and realize synergy, capability, and operational-value targets; Build repeatable integration playbooks, tools, and lessons learned to improve speed, rigor, and value capture across future transactions

Requirements

Min 6+ years of experience with Bachelors, 3+ with Masters; Min 2+ years' experience in a 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 (unit economics, forecasting, scenario analysis); Experience or strong interest in complex, technical, or regulated industries; Ability to work collaboratively across teams and influence senior stakeholders; U.S. citizenship required (ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance)

Nice to have

Experience in aerospace, defense, AI, or advanced manufacturing

Benefits

Full-time regular employee bonus; Benefits; Equity; Temporary employee benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)