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Shield AI · 2 hours ago

Strategy and Operations Manager (R3287)

positionSan Diego, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$133K/yr - $200K/yr
date8+ years exp

Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company dedicated to protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. The Strategy and Operations Manager will work closely with the CTO and Sr. Director of Strategy and Operations to translate strategic vision into actionable plans and improve business operations.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security

Responsibilities

Support the CTO and Sr. Director of Strategy and Operations with developing, driving, and communicating the Hivemind strategy
Collaborate with the Hivemind leadership team (VP of Product, VP of Solutions, Business Development) to translate this strategy into tactical plans and roadmaps
Independently drive the execution of high priority initiatives; create and implement operations plans; drive accountability and follow through across key process owners
Evaluate strategic bets and investments and initiatives that change the way that Hivemind operates and brings its products to market; synthesize key operational data to inform decision making
Redefine the customer capture process and aid in the capture of strategic partners
Support the CTO in managing the Hivemind business operations
Support cross-functional integration planning and execution needs following M&A activities

Qualification

Consulting experienceDefense Tech experienceB2B Technology experienceTechnical proficiency in PPTX/ExcelCross-functional strategic planningProcess mappingMBAAdvanced degreeLeadership experience

Required

2-4 years of experience at a Consulting Firm or Investment Bank; ideally focused on the technology and/or Aerospace and Defense sector
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
8+ years management and leadership experience, preferably in operational and growth settings

Preferred

Exposure to government procurement cycles and/or B2B sales processes
High level of technical proficiency with PPTX/Excel
Experience with a cross-functional strategic planning process
Experience designing and driving cross-functional alignment and performance management systems
Ability to create granular process maps, identify choke points, and synthesize into actionable takeaways
MBA or advanced degree

Benefits

Bonus
Benefits
Equity
Temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Company

Shield AI

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Shield AI is a deep-tech company that focuses on developing AI-powered systems to enhance the safety of service members and civilians.
dateFounded in 2015
location
San Diego, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.shield.ai

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$1.31B
Key Investors
Hercules CapitalUS Innovative Technology FundSnowpoint Ventures
2025-03-06Series F· $240M
2023-12-29Debt Financing· $200M
2023-10-31Series F· $300M

Leadership Team

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Gary Steele
Chief Executive Officer
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Brandon Tseng
Co-Founder
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Recent News

Washington Technology
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2026-01-11
GlobeNewswire
Artificial Intelligence in Defense and Security Global Research Report 2025: Market to Reach $22.75 Billion by 2029 - Long-term Forecast to 2034
2026-01-07
Techmeme
A look at military tech startup Shield AI, recently valued at $5.6B, and its new CEO Gary Steele, who aims to grow annual revenue from $300M to $1B by 2028 (Jessica Mathews/Fortune)
2025-12-22
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