Strategic Autonomy Capture Manager, PACOM (R6188)
Shield AI · Washington, D.C.
MarketingGrowth DivisionOn-siteFull Time Employee
Shield AI is hiring a Strategic Autonomy Capture Manager, PACOM (R6188) in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia (on-site, full-time). Posted 14 October 2026. Apply directly on Shield AI's own careers site — no account needed.
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.
Job Description:
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.
What you'll do:
- 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.
Required qualifications:
- 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)
Preferred qualifications:
- Advanced degree in business, engineering, or a related field
- Prior PACOM assignment experience
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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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