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Senior Engineer, Human Machine Teaming (R5651)

Shield AI - Washington, DC, USA - In-office - posted 2026-08-21

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Shield AI is seeking a Senior Engineer to work on Human Machine Teaming systems. This role focuses on developing and advancing autonomy software that enables intelligent collaboration between humans and autonomous systems. The engineer will contribute to Shield AI's Hivemind autonomy platform, which powers unmanned aircraft systems (V-BAT, X-BAT) and simulation technologies used in defense and security operations globally. As a Senior Engineer, you will design, develop, and optimize algorithms and systems that facilitate effective human-machine interaction, decision-making, and coordination. This includes work on autonomous vehicle control, sensor integration, real-time decision systems, and human-in-the-loop interfaces. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including roboticists, software engineers, and domain experts to solve complex problems in autonomous systems. The role is based in Washington, DC, where Shield AI maintains significant operations supporting defense and national security initiatives. You will work on cutting-edge technology that directly impacts operational effectiveness and safety in real-world defense applications.

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