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Shield AI

Engineer II, Future Concepts (R5910)

Washington, D.C.

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hirly's read of this role

Seniority
Mid level
Stated salary
$100,000 – $150,000 per year
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
11 Sept 2026

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the posting

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, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. 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:

The Future Concepts team plays a critical role in shaping next-generation technical concepts and solutions for Hivemind applications across multiple domains. Working closely with Product, Engineering, Architecture, and customer-facing teams, Future Concepts Engineers turn emerging technologies, operational needs, and novel ideas into detailed concepts and models. In this role, you will drive innovation by blending creativity with robust technical expertise. You will explore new applications for Hivemind and use data-driven analysis to assess alternatives and inform decisions. By contributing to white papers, proposals, and technical presentations, you will help shape the future roadmap for Hivemind and ensure that it remains on the cutting edge of advanced autonomy and AI.

The ideal candidate for this role is a curious problem-solver who can generate original ideas and make them technically credible. If you thrive on collaboration, enjoy engaging with customers, and possess a strong foundation in engineering, you’ll find a dynamic environment here for developing transformative solutions that push the boundaries of Hivemind’s evolving portfolio.

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