Corporate Development Director (R4845)

Founded in 2015, 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 and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. 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: We are seeking a seasoned Corporate Development leader to both source and lead the execution of strategic initiatives, including partnerships, investments, and M&A. This individual will operate as a thought partner to executives, shaping the company’s long-term growth strategy at the intersection of defense, autonomy, and AI.  The ideal candidate brings deep experience across corporate development, private equity, investment banking, or consulting, combined with strong domain fluency in defense and/or advanced technology. This role requires exceptional judgment, hands-on-deal leadership, initiative, and the ability to operate autonomously in complex, high-stakes environments.