POSTED Jul 11
Senior Engineering Manager, Hivemind on X Test (R2553)
at Shield AI ⋅ San Diego Metro Area
Introduction to 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). The company has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington DC and abroad. 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.
The Hivemind on X Test Lead has the primary responsibility to ensure verification and validation of all systems requirements on Hivemind programs. As the Test Lead, they will ensure the efficient planning and execution of all test activities required to achieve program and project milestones in coordination with program management, engineering, and corporate support organizations, as required. They will be expected to help design and stand up test processes and functions for the testing needs of the integrated Hivemind product applied to various platforms in multiple UAS Groups.
They are expected to proactively engage cross-functionally to solve problems, unblock issues, and drive effective planning. They must be a top-notch communicator that can engage with both engineering- and non-engineering teams. They must be pragmatic and decisive—they must be able to differentiate & prioritize critical vs non-critical investments in time, energy and resources to achieve ambitious Shield AI objectives.
The Hivemind on X Test Lead has the primary responsibility to ensure verification and validation of all systems requirements on Hivemind programs. As the Test Lead, they will ensure the efficient planning and execution of all test activities required to achieve program and project milestones in coordination with program management, engineering, and corporate support organizations, as required. They will be expected to help design and stand up test processes and functions for the testing needs of the integrated Hivemind product applied to various platforms in multiple UAS Groups.
They are expected to proactively engage cross-functionally to solve problems, unblock issues, and drive effective planning. They must be a top-notch communicator that can engage with both engineering- and non-engineering teams. They must be pragmatic and decisive—they must be able to differentiate & prioritize critical vs non-critical investments in time, energy and resources to achieve ambitious Shield AI objectives.
As the Hivemind on X Test Lead, you will:
You will also be responsible for:
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
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Total package details:
Regular employee positions: Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee positions: Hourly within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
*Interns/Military Fellows/Part-time not eligible for bonus, benefits or equity
Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.
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Introduction to 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). The company has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington DC and abroad. 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.