Strategic Autonomy Capture Manager, PACOM (R6188)

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. 

The Strategic Autonomy Capture Manager, PACOM will lead Shield AI’s mission autonomy engagement strategy and design capture plans involving PACOM entities. This individual will guide, shape, and inform theater service-component command relationships and influence policy and requirements across Shield AI’s product portfolios.

Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic capture plan spanning Shield AI’s mission autonomy product portfolios, with a focus on growing programs with long-term revenue potential and mission impact.

Drive teams toward multi-year strategic PACOM autonomy program wins.

Build and maintain trusted relationships across key PACOM decision makers, including requirements and acquisition officials.

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 PACOM theater priorities and decision-making processes, with exposure to operational missions

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 PACOM assignment experience