Senior Enterprise Strategy & Operations Leader – Defense

Shield; San Diego (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a senior strategist to shape the next generation of defense technology. You will guide multi-year planning, advise on investments, and translate bold strategic priorities into actionable initiatives across the organization.

Requirements include 12+ years in strategy roles, 4+ years in high‑rigor settings, strong analytical skills, and experience in technology or defense sectors. Citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in strategy roles or consulting.
• 4+ years leading cross-functional transformations in tech/defense environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience structuring ambiguous problems and driving insight.
• Proficiency with financial modeling and scenario analysis.

Responsibilities

• Shape enterprise strategy and multi-year planning for Shield AI.
• Evaluate portfolio tradeoffs across platforms, software, and hardware.
• Construct business cases, TAM, margins, and capital intensity analyses.
• Lead cross-functional execution plans with defined KPIs and milestones.
• Oversee integration efforts for acquisitions and strategic investments.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial modeling

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder influence

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Job description

Shield AI is seeking a senior strategist to shape the next generation of defense technology. You will guide multi-year planning, advise on investments, and translate bold strategic priorities into actionable initiatives across the organization.

Requirements include 12+ years in strategy roles, 4+ years in high‑rigor settings, strong analytical skills, and experience in technology or defense sectors. Citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance are required.