Shield AI
Senior Staff Field Solutions Engineer (R5321)
$210K–$310K
Dallas, Texas · On-site · Senior Staff · Full-time · Posted Jul 3, 2026
- Experience
- 10+ years required; also lists 5+ years in presales/solutions engineering and 3+ years in a startup among additional qualifications.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, applied science, or related technical discipline; advanced degree listed among additional qualifications.
About the job
Leads technical capture and pre-sales for Shield AI’s X-BAT aircraft in the U.S., shaping customer requirements, proposals, and solutions in coordination with business development and engineering.
What you'll do
- Lead technical capture, customer engagements, and solution development for U.S. X-BAT opportunities.
- Develop and manage technical content for proposals, RFIs, white papers, and capability briefs.
- Bridge business development and engineering, shaping operational concepts and aligning customer needs with product capabilities and roadmaps.
What they ask for
- 10+ years of experience in technical sales, capture, engineering, or program management in defense or aerospace.
- Familiarity with U.S. Department of War procurement processes and military force structures.
- Experience at a major defense prime (U.S. OEM or equivalent) supporting tactical aircraft, CCA/ACA, or Group 4/5 UAS programs.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, applied science, or a related technical discipline.
Nice to have
- Experience in defense sales or industrial partnerships; combat aircraft maintenance/sustainment or mission systems integration; early-phase aircraft design; or prior military service.
- Advanced degree, 5+ years in presales/solutions engineering, 3+ years in a startup, or knowledge of specific DoW operational scenarios and systems.
Pay
USD 210,000–310,000 per year (base salary)
Tools
X-BAT, Hivemind, V-BAT
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