Test Pilot (R2911)

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In pursuit of this mission, Shield AI is building the world’s best AI pilot. Its AI pilot, Hivemind, has flown a fighter jet (F-16), a vertical takeoff and landing drone (V-BAT), and a quadcopter (Nova). The company has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington DC and abroad. Shield AI’s products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. allies. 

Joining Shield AI means embarking on a great adventure. You will help define the possible, fostering personal growth, forging lifelong friendships, and making a profound impact on the lives of service members and civilians worldwide. The heart of Shield AI is our people. Your success is our success, and together, we advance a noble mission. 

In this role, you'll join a high-performing, cross-functional team dedicated to crafting next-generation capabilities. You'll focus on Group 3 and 5 aircraft, uniquely modified to tackle autonomous tasks, and will be responsible for operating these advanced systems for research and development. 

Joining Shield AI means embarking on a great adventure. You will help define the possible, fostering personal growth, forging lifelong friendships, and making a profound impact on the lives of service members and civilians worldwide. The heart of Shield AI is our people. Your success is our success, and together, we advance a noble mission. 

In this role, you'll join a high-performing, cross-functional team dedicated to crafting next-generation capabilities. You'll focus on Group 3 and 5 aircraft, uniquely modified to tackle autonomous tasks, and will be responsible for operating these advanced systems for research and development. 

Total package details for U.S. based positions:

- Regular employee positions: Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

- Temporary employee positions: Hourly within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days

of employment)

- Interns/Military Fellows/Part-time not eligible for bonus, benefits or equity

Total package details for International based positions (where applicable):

- International premium, hardship differential, cost of living differential, living quarters allowance, foreign service transfer

allowance, equity, international benefits, visa assistance, and relocation assistance.

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.

Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In pursuit of this mission, Shield AI is building the world’s best AI pilot. Its AI pilot, Hivemind, has flown a fighter jet (F-16), a vertical takeoff and landing drone (V-BAT), and a quadcopter (Nova). The company has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington DC and abroad. Shield AI’s products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. allies.