Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn , X , Instagram , and YouTube . Job Description: We are seeking experienced UAS operators to support real-world ISR and operational missions in Ukraine utilizing the V-BAT platform. Operators will work directly alongside partnered military units conducting long-range intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and mission support operations in highly contested electronic warfare environments. This position is ideal for individuals with prior military aviation, UAS, ISR, or tactical operations experience who are comfortable operating in dynamic and austere environments. \n Required
qualifications: Prior military, UAS, aviation, or tactical operations experience Ability to operate in austere and high-tempo environments Strong communication and problem-solving skills; Conversational level of English proficiency. Ability to learn and operate technical systems quickly Valid passport and ability to travel internationally Preferred
qualifications: Experience operating Group 2 or Group 3 UAS platforms Prior ISR, EO/IR, or sensor operator experience Experience with mission planning and flight operations Experience training or mentoring operators \n #LI-LD2 #LB Our international teammates receive a comprehensive total rewards package aligned to your country office location. For full details on
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Location
Kyiv
Total raised
$200.0M
Last stage
Growth
Investors
Brandon Tseng
CEO
Ryan Tseng
Co-founder
Andrew Reiter
Co-founder
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