Senior Staff Operational Analyst - Ranger (R6385)

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.

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What you’ll do

Develop and execute operational analysis strategies to assess the effectiveness of autonomous aircraft in real-world military scenarios. Lead modeling, simulation, and wargaming efforts to evaluate system performance, mission impact, and survivability in contested environments. Work closely with engineering teams to translate operational insights into design decisions and system improvements.

Conduct trade studies and sensitivity analyses to assess system performance under varying operational conditions and threats. Utilize advanced modeling & simulation tools (e.g., AFSIM, STK, MATLAB, Python) to develop high-fidelity mission models. Analyze force-on-force engagements, sensor effectiveness, and autonomy-driven decision-making to optimize mission success.

Collaborate with DoD stakeholders, operators, and warfighters to understand mission needs and align system capabilities with operational requirements. Develop and present technical reports, briefings, and recommendations to senior leadership, customers, and government agencies. Support concept of operations (CONOPS) development for new AI-driven aircraft capabilities.