Capture Manager - XBAT - USMC (R6206)

Shield AIJob.bopublished 10/16/2026
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About the company

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.

Your tasks

  • Lead Shield AI’s work with acquisition offices shaping and responding to solicitations.
  • Drive teams toward multi-year strategic Dept of Navy (DoN) program wins and close high-value contracts.
  • Build and maintain trusted relationships within program offices and manage industry partner relationships.
  • Anticipate customer needs and influence policy, requirements, and solicitations to positively align with Shield AI portfolios.

Requirements

Required qualifications

  • 10+ years strategic capture / DoN acquisition experience
  • Deep knowledge of DoN/USMC acquisition and/or requirements processes
  • Experience with emerging technologies
  • Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills with the ability to cross-collaborate across technical and operational teams
  • Active Secret clearance (TS preferred)
  • DAWIA Program Manager - Advanced certification

Preferred qualifications

  • Advanced degree in business, engineering, or a related field
  • Navy/Marine Corps program capture within previous 5 years

What we offer

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)

Other

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.

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.