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Lead Program Finance (R5875)

Shield AIDallas, TexasProgram Finance & Pricing
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Salary
$110K - $170K USD
Job type
Full Time Employee
Posted
9 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Shield AI is hiring a full-time Lead Program Finance professional based in Dallas, Texas. This hands-on individual contributor role drives financial planning, forecasting, and cross-functional business partnership for key programs and operations.

Role Overview

The Lead Program Finance position sits within the Program Finance and Pricing department at Shield AI. This role focuses on translating intricate financial data into straightforward, actionable insights to guide organizational strategy. The professional works closely with leadership and multiple departments to enhance visibility into financial performance and establish reliable forecasting cadences.

Key Responsibilities

Build and maintain robust financial models to support ongoing company growth.
Analyze financial performance against established plans and budgets.
Partner with Program Management, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business Development, and Finance leadership.
Improve reporting structures and financial cadences across operational areas.
Support Estimate at Completion (EAC) along with risk and opportunity processes.
Develop scalable financial processes that accommodate a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Strong background in financial analysis, program finance, or financial planning and analysis (FP&A).
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving industry setting.
Capability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for diverse teams.

Skills and Tools

Financial analysis and forecasting
Program finance and business partnership
Financial modeling and reporting
Estimate at Completion (EAC) processes
Risk and opportunity evaluation

Salary and Benefits

Annual Salary: $110,000 to $170,000 USD
Employment Type: Full Time Employee

About the Company

Shield AI operates as a venture-backed defense technology enterprise dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through intelligent systems. The organization's technological ecosystem features Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, alongside Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality tools. Maintaining a global footprint with offices and facilities spanning the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region, Shield AI supports active operations around the world.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official Shield AI careers page to submit an application for this position.

Questions candidates ask

Where is the Lead Program Finance position located?

The position is located in Dallas, Texas.

What is the salary range for this role?

The salary ranges from $110,000 to $170,000 USD per year.

Is this a remote position?

No, this is a full-time employee role based out of the Dallas, Texas office.

What department manages this role?

This role is part of the Program Finance & Pricing department.

What type of role is this?

This is a hands-on individual contributor role focused on financial planning, forecasting, and business partnership.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Shield AI careers page.

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