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Shield AI · 5 months ago

Strategy and Operations Manager (R3287)

Washington DC Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$133K/yr - $200K/yr

3+ years exp

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In this role, you will work closely with the CTO and Sr. Director of Strategy and Operations to translate strategic vision into actionable tasks while supporting operational initiatives and customer capture efforts.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security

Responsibilities

Support the CTO and Sr. Director of Strategy and Operations with developing, driving, and communicating Hivemind strategy

Collaborate with VP of Product and VP of Solutions to translate this strategy into tactical plans and roadmaps

Evaluate strategic investments and initiatives that achieve Hivemind’s growth objectives

Codify the business model into tangible documents and excel models to inform and align the rest of the organization

Redefine the customer capture process and aid in the capture of strategic partners

Collaborate with the business development team to map out the customer capture process and drive changes to improve outcomes

Develop materials to aid in capture of specific strategic customers

Support the CTO in managing the Hivemind business operations

Defining and tracking business metrics

Support VPs in executing cross functional work products (e.g., Product Roadmaps)

Gather, organize, and synthesize key operational data to inform decision making

Create and implement operational plans; drive accountability and follow through across key stakeholders and action officers

Problem-solving specific business issues as they arise, identify solution options, facilitate decision meetings, and drive execution post decision

Maintaining strong pulse and feedback loop on organizational needs and issues

Support cross-functional integration planning and execution needs following M&A activities

Qualification

Strategy DevelopmentCross-functional AlignmentOperational ExcellenceB2B Sales ProcessesTechnical Proficiency in PPTX/ExcelProject Management ToolsAdvanced DegreeProblem-solvingLeadership Experience

Required

3-5 years of experience at a Defense Tech company or B2B Technology disruptor in a Strategy & Operations capacity or as a Chief of Staff within a fast-moving organization

3-5 years at a Consulting Firm or Investment Bank focused on the technology or Aerospace and Defense sector

8+ years management and leadership experience, preferably in operational and growth settings

Experience designing and driving cross-functional alignment and performance management systems