Strategic Capture Manager, USG Data Agencies

The Strategic Capture Manager, USG Data Agencies will lead Shield AI’s engagement strategy and design capture plans involving Government and Military Data/AI agencies. This individual will guide, shape, and inform Data/AI agency relationships and influence AI policy and requirements across Shield AI’s software and simulation portfolios.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic capture plan spanning Shield AI’s software and simulation portfolios, with a focus on Data/AI offices at senior USG and US Military agencies.
• Drive teams toward multi-year strategic program wins with USG Data/AI agencies.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships across key USG / US Military AI decision makers, including offices such as the DoW Chief Data / AI Officer (CDAO), DoW Chief Information Officer, and critical Dept of Homeland Security (DHS) and executive branch agencies.
• Anticipate customer needs and influence policy, requirements, and solicitations to positively align with Shield AI portfolios.

• 10+ years experience in strategic capture or policy development in the USG
• Deep knowledge of USG and US Military data/AI policy process
• Experience with emerging technologies / AI
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills with the ability to cross-collaborate across technical and operational teams
• Active Secret clearance (TS preferred), * Advanced degree in business, engineering, or a related field
• Prior experience in USG AI policy agencies

$230,000 - $350,000 a year Pay range is based on On Target Earnings (OTE) #LI-KC5 #LF 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.

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.