Director, Enterprise Strategy and Operations

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead the strategic planning process over multiple years and manage annual operating strategy cycles.

• Assess portfolio trade-offs across various platforms, including software, hardware, and emerging growth opportunities.

• Perform market sizing, competitive analysis, and scenario modeling within U.S. and allied defense markets.

• Develop financial models and analytical frameworks to guide investment decisions related to new platforms, manufacturing, and international expansion.

• Evaluate total addressable market, margin structures, capital intensity, payback periods, and risk-adjusted returns.

• Contribute to capital allocation frameworks and governance processes at the enterprise level.

• Transform strategic priorities into actionable cross-functional execution plans with measurable KPIs and milestones.

• Monitor and report on progress through monthly and quarterly performance reviews.

• Identify bottlenecks, investigate root causes, and propose actionable solutions to maintain execution momentum.

• Assist in defining Shield AI's enterprise strategy and ensure operational execution across aircraft systems, Hivemind AI software, autonomy hardware, and international growth initiatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 12+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, 8+ years with a Master's degree, or 5+ years with a PhD.

• A minimum of 4+ years of experience in prestigious strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or other rigorous roles.

• Strong analytical skills and conceptual problem-solving capabilities.

• Proven ability to structure ambiguous problems and derive insights through thorough analysis.

• Expertise in financial modeling and analytical techniques, including unit economics, forecasting, and scenario analysis.

• Familiarity with or a strong interest in complex, technical, or regulated industries, particularly aerospace, defense, AI, or advanced manufacturing.

• Capacity to collaborate effectively across teams and influence senior stakeholders.

• U.S. citizenship is required.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

• A cleared background and potential reference check are required for offers.

• Authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship details are requested in the application.

🏝️ Benefits

• Bonus opportunities.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Equity options.

• Temporary benefits package available after 60 days of employment (for temporary employees).

• Commitment to equal employment opportunity in the workplace.

• Accommodation provided for disabilities or special needs.