Director, Engineering Excellence & Design Standards

Shield AI|22 Apr 2026

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Job Description

Job Description:

Shield AI is building the world’s best AI pilot to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. As we scale both our proven VBAT platform and develop next-generation systems like XBAT, we are investing in how we build—not just what we build.

We are seeking a senior technical leader to define and operationalize engineering design standards across the company. This position is focused on establishing engineering excellence—driving consistency, rigor, and scalability across design, analysis, certification, CAD, documentation, and configuration management.

This is a high-impact individual contributor role with broad scope across multiple engineering disciplines, responsible for raising the bar on engineering quality without slowing down execution.

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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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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Director, Engineering Excellence & Design Standards position at Shield AI remote?

The Director, Engineering Excellence & Design Standards role at Shield AI is an on-site or hybrid position.

What type of employment is the Director, Engineering Excellence & Design Standards role?

Shield AI is hiring for a full-time Director, Engineering Excellence & Design Standards position.

How do I apply for the Director, Engineering Excellence & Design Standards position at Shield AI?

You can apply for the Director, Engineering Excellence & Design Standards role directly through Shield AI's official application link provided on this page.