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Shield AI is seeking a Senior Engineer, Operational Analyst to drive modeling, simulation, and analysis of autonomous aircraft systems for defense applications. This role is central to evaluating mission effectiveness, survivability, and operational impact of Shield AI's autonomy solutions across multiple platforms and domains.
You will develop and execute operational analysis strategies to assess autonomous aircraft effectiveness in real-world military scenarios. Key responsibilities include leading modeling, simulation, and wargaming efforts to evaluate system performance and survivability in contested environments; working with engineering teams and product managers to translate operational insights into design decisions; conducting trade studies and sensitivity analyses; utilizing advanced M&S tools (AFSIM, STK, MATLAB, Python) to develop high-fidelity mission models; analyzing force-on-force engagements and sensor effectiveness; collaborating with DoD stakeholders and warfighters to understand mission needs; supporting concept of operations development; identifying emerging threats; and developing technical reports and briefings for senior leadership and government agencies.
You will leverage modern compute and development best practices including scalable cloud/HPC workflows, containerization, version control, CI/CD, and automated testing to build and iterate simulation and analysis pipelines quickly and reliably.
Required: 5+ years in operational analysis, M&S, or military operations research; expertise in military mission analysis, operational planning, and wargaming; proficiency with AFSIM, STK, MATLAB, or similar aerospace/defense M&S tools; deep understanding of air combat, ISR, electronic warfare, or autonomous systems in contested environments; experience with DoD stakeholders and government agencies; demonstrated ability to apply modern compute, data science, and software development best practices; excellent communication and briefing skills; ability to work in fast-paced, agile environments.
Preferred: force-on-force analysis or CONOPS development experience; familiarity with DoD acquisition processes and JCIDS; experience integrating AI-driven decision-making into operational analysis; prior military service or experience with USAF, Navy, or Special Operations Forces; GenAI experience for problem structuring and tool creation; active Secret or Top-Secret clearance.
