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Director, People Operations (R5390)

Shield AISeattle, WashingtonPeople Experience
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Salary
$170K - $300K USD
Job type
Full Time Employee
Posted
17 Jul 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Defense is seeking a Director, People Operations to lead and evolve the People Operations function in Seattle, Washington. This full-time leadership role suits an experienced professional ready to balance strategic transformation with hands-on operational management during a period of growth.

Role Overview

The Director of People Operations will guide the growth and evolution of the internal People Operations team. This position focuses on creating exceptional employee journeys by implementing efficient, technology-driven, and AI-enabled workflows across every phase of the worker lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Design and scale efficient, technology-enabled, and AI-powered processes that support the entire employee lifecycle.
Balance strategic transformation efforts with daily, hands-on operational leadership.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners including HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, Legal, and business leaders.
Build a high-performing and scalable People organization that empowers both the workforce and the enterprise to succeed.

Skills and Tools

Operational leadership
Cross-functional collaboration with HR, Payroll, Finance, IT, and Legal
Implementation of AI-powered and technology-enabled HR processes
Process design for scaling organizations

Salary and Benefits

Annual Salary Range: $170,000 to $300,000 USD

About the Company

Defense, operating as Shield AI, is a venture-backed defense-tech enterprise dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through intelligent systems. Key product offerings include the Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality tools. Operating multiple facilities across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region, the organization deploys technology that actively supports global missions.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply directly on the official company careers page.

Questions candidates ask

What is the location of the Director, People Operations role?

The position is based in Seattle, Washington.

What is the salary range for this position?

The annual salary ranges from $170,000 to $300,000 USD.

What department does this role belong to?

This position is part of the People Experience department.

What type of employment is this?

This is a full-time employee position.

How do I apply for the Director, People Operations position?

Candidates can apply by visiting the official company careers page.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Shield AI careers page.

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