Staff Technical Product Manager, Product Strategy and Analysis (R3590)

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Boston, Abu Dhabi (UAE), Kyiv (Ukraine), and Melbourne (Australia), Shield AI’s technology actively supports U.S. and allied operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn,X, YouTubeand Instagram.     

At Shield AI, our Hivemind Solutions Product Team is redefining defense technology by delivering mission autonomy solutions that provide next generation manned-unmanned teams across multiple domains. We design, develop, and deploy cutting-edge software solutions that leverage robotics, AI-driven autonomy, and mature software foundations to support mission-critical operations. As key member of this team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategy, execution, and commercialization of our mission autonomy solutions. 

We are looking for a highly organized, proactive candidate for a Product Strategy and Analysis role. In this critical role, you will serve as a key partner to the Product Portfolio Leads by providing key insights to product strategy development deliverables and aligning multiple functions to define and execute product strategy to achieve business goals. 

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support our Product leads in developing & executing strategic plans. This includes tracking global market / region activities, analyzing trends and identifying areas that inform Shield’s product strategy  
• Analyze and shape the business models that underpin market expansion opportunities 
• Support go-to-market strategy, planning and execution for new product launches, including positioning, messaging, and pricing and international expansion 
• Define and execute best-in-class product management practices 
• Effectively communicate information to key stakeholders  
• Work with our Hivemind team to determine pricing strategy and business case analysis for emergent opportunities 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve issues proactively.  
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, anticipate risks and meet deadlines. Your superpowers must include the ability to get things done 
• Ability to create financial models to support business case analysis 
• Experience working with government, defense, or aerospace customers, with familiarity in DoD procurement and acquisition processes. 
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance 
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, or a related technical field. 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask effectively.  
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

• 2+ years as an MBB consultant   
• High-level technical understanding of autonomous systems, including software engineering, AI/ML, autonomy, networking, and embedded systems.

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Full-time regular employee offer package:

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

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. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

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