Qureos Mentor

Shield AI

<div><div><div>JOB DESCRIPTION:</div><div>
The Software Integration &amp; Operations (SIO) group turns frontier autonomy into mission-ready aircraft. We own the commit-to-flight pipeline&mdash;deterministic aircraft and mission simulation, HIL/VIL integration, CI/CD, automated flight qualification testing, and release engineering. Our goal is simple: make AI fly&mdash;safely, repeatably, and fast.<br>
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<div>As a Modeling &amp; Simulation Engineer, you will be responsible for improving and adding to our world and aeronautical models so that our operator training and internal engineering pipelines have a seamless translation from sim to real results.</div></div><br>
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What You'll Do</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Develop and enhance aeronautical physics models (aerodynamics, propulsion, environmental, structural, etc.) for use in simulation and evaluation.</li><li>
Translate theoretical models into efficient, reliable C++ implementations with a focus on numerical accuracy and performance.</li><li>
Validate models against real-world data and authoritative references, including field test data and calibration procedures.</li><li>
Collaborate with simulation and training application teams to ensure models integrate cleanly into operator-facing tools.</li><li>
Design automated validation and regression testing strategies for mathematical models to ensure fidelity across releases.</li><li>
Prototype and evaluate new modeling techniques (reduced-order models, uncertainty quantification, machine learning&ndash;based surrogates) to push the state of the art.</li><li>
Document assumptions, equations, and validation results so that both engineers and operators can trust model outputs.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Qualifications</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
 BS or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Applied Math, Physics, or related field with 1+ years of aerospace modeling experience.</li><li>
C++ foundation with experience implementing numerical methods.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience with aerospace models such as: Aerodynamics (lift/drag curves, stability derivatives, dynamic response), Atmosphere/environment (COESA, ICAO, gravity, wind models), Vehicle dynamics</li></ul></li></ul></div></div><br>
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Preferred Qualifications</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
1+ years of experience working on pilot/operator training systems.</li><li>
Experience with Eigen or SciPy for model prototyping and validation.</li><li>
Familiarity with state estimation sensor models (GPS, IMU, Gyro, etc) for simulation environments.</li><li>
Background in multi-body dynamics or flight mechanics</li><li>
Knowledge of uncertainty quantification and statistical analysis methods.</li><li>
Strong problem-solving mindset with a collaborative and detail-oriented approach.</li><li>
Familiarity with Python for test automation and data analysis pipelines.</li><li>
Passion for aerospace and autonomous vehicle systems.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div>$105,000 - $155,000 a year</div></div>
<div><div>#LI-SM1</div></div>
<div><div>We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</div></div></div>

Senior Engineer, Aeronautical Modeling & Simulation (Dallas/San Diego) (R4538)

<div><div><div>JOB DESCRIPTION:</div><div>
Shield AI is building autonomous aircraft that push the limits of aviation. The Software Integration &amp; Operations (SIO) team builds and sustains the release systems that make safe, rapid, and repeatable deployment of aircraft software possible.</div><div></div><div><br>
As a Simulation Applications Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing our operator training platform. A successful applicant will bring multifaceted backend and simulation tools expertise to create comprehensive training applications used to train Operators of Shield AI&rsquo;s UAVs in the field.</div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What You'll Do</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Perform generalist backend development for our operator training platform (OTT)</li><li>
Work with our training team to align on designs that bring about the best user experience and our internal engineering teams to support their development.</li><li>
Build out containers and integrate with other software applications to make the simplest workflows as possible on Linux and Windows.</li><li>
Perform DevOps for deployment, testing, containerization, and ongoing support of the OTT using both Windows and Linux</li><li>
Optimize performance and scalability of the simulation application to support complex training scenarios and multiple concurrent users.</li><li>
Rapidly prototype and evaluate new technologies to keep the training system at the cutting edge.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Qualifications</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
BS in Computer Science or related engineering field with 3+ years of professional experience.</li><li>
Strong foundation in Python.</li><li>
Passion for creating an amazing user experience in a complex system.</li><li>
Backend experience with standalone and web-based applications</li><li>
Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow in a collaborative team environment, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and communication.</li><li>
Eligible to obtain a clearance.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Experience with TypeScript, Java, and C++</li><li>
Experience creating and modifying DevOps pipelines</li><li>
Experience with Data Analysis tactics and designs</li><li>
Experience with Containerization</li><li>
Interest in aerospace and autonomous vehicles</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div>$105,000 - $200,000 a year</div></div>
<div><div>#LI-SM1</div></div>
<div><div>We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</div></div></div>

Senior Engineer, Simulation Applications (Dallas/San Diego) (R4535)

<div><div><div>JOB DESCRIPTION:</div><div>
The Software Integration &amp; Operations (SIO) group turns frontier autonomy into mission-ready aircraft. We own the commit-to-flight pipeline&mdash;deterministic aircraft and mission simulation, HIL/VIL integration, CI/CD, automated flight qualification testing, and release engineering. Our goal is simple: make AI fly&mdash;safely, repeatably, and fast.<br>
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<div>As a Modeling &amp; Simulation Engineer, you will be responsible for improving and adding to our sensor and communications model suite so that our operator training and internal engineering pipelines have a seamless translation from sim to real results.<br>
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<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What You'll Do</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Develop and enhance radar sensor models for use in simulation and evaluation of aeronautical vehicles.</li><li>
Translate theoretical models into efficient, reliable C++ implementations with a focus on numerical accuracy and performance.</li><li>
Validate models against real-world data and authoritative references, including field test data and calibration procedures.</li><li>
Collaborate with simulation and training application teams to ensure models integrate cleanly into operator-facing tools.</li><li>
Design automated validation and regression testing strategies for mathematical models to ensure fidelity across releases.</li><li>
Prototype and evaluate new modeling techniques (reduced-order models, uncertainty quantification, machine learning&ndash;based surrogates) to push the state of the art.</li><li>
Document assumptions, equations, and validation results so that both engineers and operators can trust model outputs.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Qualifications</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
 BS or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Applied Math, Physics, or related field with 5+ years of aerospace modeling experience.</li><li>
C++ foundation with experience implementing numerical methods.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience with aerospace models such as: Radar sensors, Radio communications systems</li><li>
Experience validating simulations against real-world or experimental data.</li><li>
Ability to write clear documentation explaining assumptions, limitations, and expected behaviors of models.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div><br>
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Preferred Qualifications</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
1+ years of experience working on pilot/operator training systems.</li><li>
Experience with Eigen or SciPy for model prototyping and validation.</li><li>
Familiarity with state estimation sensor models (GPS, IMU, Gyro, etc) for simulation environments.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience with payload sensor models including: Laser senros, IR and optical cameras</li><li>
Knowledge of uncertainty quantification and statistical analysis methods.</li><li>
Experience with parallelization or GPU acceleration for compute-heavy models.</li><li>
Strong problem-solving mindset with a collaborative and detail-oriented approach.</li><li>
Familiarity with Python for test automation and data analysis pipelines.</li><li>
Passion for aerospace and autonomous vehicle systems.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div>$105,000 - $200,000 a year</div></div>
<div><div>#LI-SM1</div></div>
<div><div>We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</div></div></div>

Senior Engineer, Radar Modeling & Simulation (Dallas/San Diego) (R4537)

<div><div><div>JOB DESCRIPTION:</div><div>
The Software Integration &amp; Operations (SIO) group turns frontier autonomy into mission-ready aircraft. We own the commit-to-flight pipeline&mdash;deterministic aircraft and mission simulation, HIL/VIL integration, CI/CD, automated flight qualification testing, and release engineering. Our goal is simple: make AI fly&mdash;safely, repeatably, and fast.<br>
</div><div></div><br>
<div>As a Modeling &amp; Simulation Engineer, you will be responsible for improving and adding to our sensor and communications model suite so that our operator training and internal engineering pipelines have a seamless translation from sim to real results.<br>
</div></div><div></div><br>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What You'll Do</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Develop and enhance radar sensor models for use in simulation and evaluation of aeronautical vehicles.</li><li>
Translate theoretical models into efficient, reliable C++ implementations with a focus on numerical accuracy and performance.</li><li>
Validate models against real-world data and authoritative references, including field test data and calibration procedures.</li><li>
Collaborate with simulation and training application teams to ensure models integrate cleanly into operator-facing tools.</li><li>
Design automated validation and regression testing strategies for mathematical models to ensure fidelity across releases.</li><li>
Prototype and evaluate new modeling techniques (reduced-order models, uncertainty quantification, machine learning&ndash;based surrogates) to push the state of the art.</li><li>
Document assumptions, equations, and validation results so that both engineers and operators can trust model outputs.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Qualifications</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
 BS or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Applied Math, Physics, or related field with 3+ years of aerospace modeling experience.</li><li>
C++ foundation with experience implementing numerical methods.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience with aerospace models such as: Radar sensors, Radio communications systems</li><li>
Experience validating simulations against real-world or experimental data.</li><li>
Ability to write clear documentation explaining assumptions, limitations, and expected behaviors of models.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div><br>
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<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
1+ years of experience working on pilot/operator training systems.</li><li>
Experience with Eigen or SciPy for model prototyping and validation.</li><li>
Familiarity with state estimation sensor models (GPS, IMU, Gyro, etc) for simulation environments.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience with payload sensor models including: Laser senros, IR and optical cameras</li><li>
Knowledge of uncertainty quantification and statistical analysis methods.</li><li>
Experience with parallelization or GPU acceleration for compute-heavy models.</li><li>
Strong problem-solving mindset with a collaborative and detail-oriented approach.</li><li>
Familiarity with Python for test automation and data analysis pipelines.</li><li>
Passion for aerospace and autonomous vehicle systems.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div>$105,000 - $155,000 a year</div></div>
<div><div>#LI-SM1</div></div>
<div><div>We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</div></div></div>

Engineer II, Payload Modeling & Simulation (Dallas/San Diego) (R4536)

<div><div><div>Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI&rsquo;s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.</div><div></div><div><br>
Shield AI&rsquo;s International Business &amp; Strategy team is hiring a Middle East regional Director to accelerate growth and support the adoption of its autonomy ecosystem: X-BAT, V-BAT, ViDAR, and Hivemind across the region.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Director of Business Development will lead Shield AI&rsquo;s Middle East growth strategy, building out a team that is responsible for significant annual orders targets. The Director must have deep defense, national security, or aerospace experience in the region (strong preference for Arabic language fluency), established government relationships, and a track record of closing complex defense programs (ideally across both hardware and software).</div><div></div><div><br>
You will operate with significant autonomy and ownership, shaping region wide and country-level strategies, leading major pursuits, and building long-term defense partnerships. You will report to the Senior Director of International Business &amp; Strategy (Middle East &amp; Asia Pacific) and work closely with international business development colleagues around the globe, as well as product, engineering, and operations teams, to deliver mission-relevant autonomy capabilities at scale.</div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>WHAT YOU'LL DO:</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
Own and execute Middle East go-to-market strategy (excluding KSA) for Shield AI&rsquo;s product portfolio, including X-BAT, V-BAT, ViDAR, and Hivemind.</li><li>
Maintain direct responsibility for annual order targets, multi-year pipeline development, and order growth.</li><li>
Lead end-to-end capture and sales efforts from early engagement through contract award and follow-on growth.</li><li>
Engage directly with senior military, government, and defense industry stakeholders across the region.</li><li>
Differentiate Shield AI in competitive and regulated defense procurements.</li><li>
Provide actionable market and customer intellig</li><li>
ence to influence product roadmap and broader international strategy.</li><li>
Work cross-functionally with product, legal, export compliance, and operations.</li><li>
Lead proposal/program development and complex product demonstrations.</li><li>
Structure and manage local partnerships, primes, and industrial participation or offset strategies.</li><li>
Represent Shield AI at senior-level engagements, exhibitions, and industry forums.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
10+ years business development experience across the Middle East region within defense, aerospace, or national security.</li><li>
Specific prior defense or government-facing experience in the Middle East with a deep understanding of regional procurement processes, offset requirements, export sensitivities, local defense primes, and indigenization requirements.</li><li>
Fluency in English (written and spoken). Fluency in Arabic strongly preferred.</li><li>
Demonstrated success closing complex defense or government programs - ideally across both hardware (aircraft/UAS) and software (autonomy/ai).</li><li>
Technical experience with autonomy, UAVs, ISR, and advanced sensing technologies.</li><li>
Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple concurrent pursuits, across multiple markets, involving technical products, in ambiguous environments.</li><li>
Proven cross-functional leadership across operations, product, and BD teams.</li><li>
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.</li><li>
Willingness and ability to travel frequently in region and internationally (~25%).</li><li>
Willingness and ability to work across multiple time zones (e.g. US HQ, Asia based colleagues, Middle East partners)</li><li>
Based in or willing to relocate to the Middle East (Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates).</li><li>
Mastery of critical business tools (Microsoft Suite &ndash; PPT, Excel, Word, LLMs, etc.)</li><li>
Experience forecasting, tracking, and managing deal cycles using Salesforce.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b></h3><ul><li><ul><li>
U.S. Citizen (or dual national)</li><li>
Existing U.S. or allied security clearance.</li><li>
Currently based in region.</li><li>
Prior military service or operational leadership experience in the Middle East
</li><li>(++ if directly related to UAS, autonomy, or fighter jet aircraft).</li><li>
Prior experience supporting foreign military sales (via DSCA), engaging with SAF/IA, or working directly with foreign air forces.</li><li>
Direct experience with UAV operations, mission autonomy, AI-enabled C2 systems.</li></ul></li></ul></div></div><div><div><br>
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Our international teammates receive a comprehensive total rewards package aligned to your country office location. For full details on compensation and benefits, please consult your talent acquisition partner.</div></div>
<div><div>We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</div></div></div>

Director of Business Development, Middle East