About this role
Shield AI is hiring a full-time Mission Assurance Lead in Dallas, Texas to oversee maintenance, configuration, and field operations for intelligent aircraft systems. This position suits an experienced engineering professional who excels in hands-on hangar environments and wants to protect service members and civilians through rigorous operational safety.
Role Overview
This full-time position provides independent, engineering-informed oversight across all Shield AI aircraft operations. The professional in this role ensures the organization maintains continuous, objective insight into system integrity, maintenance processes, and aircraft readiness. By combining operational safety, configuration control, and early risk detection, the employee validates requirements and verifies execution in dynamic environments.
Key Responsibilities
Requirements
Skills and Tools
Salary and Benefits
The annual salary for this full-time position ranges from $112,000 to $168,000 USD per year.
About the Company
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech enterprise dedicated to protecting service members and civilians through advanced intelligent systems. The organization's portfolio features Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, alongside Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. Operating globally with facilities spanning the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region, Shield AI supports critical missions worldwide.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official company careers page to submit an application for this position.
Questions candidates ask
What is the location of the Mission Assurance Lead position?
The role is located in Dallas, Texas.
What is the salary range for this role?
The annual salary ranges from $112,000 to $168,000 USD.
What type of employment is this?
This is a full-time employee position.
What environments will the candidate work in?
The candidate will work in hangars, test events, field sites, and deployed environments.
How do I apply for the job?
You can apply by visiting the official company careers page.