Shield AI
Director, Enterprise Strategy and Operations (R5626)
United States · Director · Full-time · Posted Oct 29, 2026
- Experience
- 12+ years with a Bachelor’s, 8+ with a Master’s, or 5+ with a PhD; at least 4+ years in top-tier strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or another high-rigor role.
- Visa sponsorship
- U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
About the job
Leads enterprise strategy and operational execution, including strategic planning, investment analysis, and cross-functional performance tracking.
What you'll do
- Lead multi-year strategic planning and annual operating strategy cycles; assess portfolio tradeoffs and defense-market scenarios.
- Build financial models and frameworks for investment and capital-allocation decisions.
- Turn strategic priorities into execution plans, KPIs, and operating reviews; identify bottlenecks and recommend solutions.
What they ask for
- 12+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s, 8+ with a Master’s, or 5+ with a PhD.
- 4+ years’ experience in top-tier strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or another high-rigor role.
- Financial modeling and analytical capability, including unit economics, forecasting, and scenario analysis.
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Nice to have
- Experience or strong interest in complex, technical, or regulated industries such as aerospace, defense, AI, or advanced manufacturing.
AI focus
Strategy and investment analysis spanning AI software (Hivemind), autonomy hardware, aircraft systems, and related growth opportunities.
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