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Maritime Logistics Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Federal Aviation Regulations Aviation Commercial Aviation Flight Testing Flight Training Customer Centricity

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Shield AI

About Shield AI

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In pursuit of this mission, Shield AI is building the world’s best AI pilot. Its AI pilot, Hivemind, has flown a fighter jet (F-16), a vertical takeoff and landing drone (V-BAT), and a quadcopter (Nova). Shield AI’s products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. allies. Backed by top-tier Silicon Valley VC funds, Shield AI has established itself as the leader in AI for aviation. Shield AI has been named to Forbes’ AI 50 and Best Startups lists, CB Insights Top 100 AI Companies, and Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies. The company has offices and facilities in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C. and Abu Dhabi. We're hiring: https://shield.ai/careers-overview/

Company type: Scaleup

Founded: 2018

Company size: 501 - 1000

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Job description

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the 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 V-BAT Air Vehicle Operator will perform flight operations, testing, training, demonstrations, and maintenance in CONUS and OCONUS environments depending on customer requirements. Candidates must be willing to become proficient in a variety of V-BAT specific AVO skills based on the unique demands of the position for which they are applying.

Required Qualifications

Ability to work independently and lead in a small team environment, often in austere locations, while delighting the customer.

Ability to pass background check and drug screening in accordance with company policy.

Ability to pass medical and dental screenings as required by customers.

Ability to possess a Secret DoD security clearance as required by customers.

Required Qualifications:

Prior experience with other manned or unmanned systems

Prior military service with overseas assignments

Maritime/shipboard UAS experience

FAA Ratings (Part 107/Private Pilot/Commercial/Instrument/CFI)

A&P certified

Our international teammates receive a comprehensive total rewards package aligned to your country office location. For full details on compensation and benefits, please consult your talent acquisition partner.

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