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Shield AI

Drone Operator

Shield AI · Series F · Website

Role Details

Location
Tokyo
Salary (est. USD)
~$100K - $160K (est. USD)

Estimated based on role seniority, company stage (Series F), and industry benchmarks. Actual compensation may vary.

How is this calculated?
Seniority band Mid-level
Base range $100K – $160K

Based on Web3 & AI industry compensation data. Seniority is inferred from role title keywords. Company stage affects ranges: early-stage (−15%), late-stage/public (+10%).

Department
Customer Operations
Type
Full-time
Vertical
Robotics

Job Description

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’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.  The V-BAT Air Vehicle Operator will perform flight operations, testing, training, demonstrations, and maintenance in CONUS and OCONUS environments depending on customer requirements. Candidates must be willing to become proficient in a variety of V-BAT specific AVO skills based on the unique demands of the position for which they are applying.

Required Qualifications

  • Ability to work independently and lead in a small team environment, often in austere locations, while delighting the customer. 
  • Ability to pass background check and drug screening in accordance with company policy. 
  • Ability to pass medical and dental screenings as required by customers. 
  • Ability to possess a Secret DoD security clearance as required by customers.
  • Required Qualifications:

  • Prior experience with other manned or unmanned systems 
  • Prior military service with overseas assignments 
  • Maritime/shipboard UAS experience 
  • FAA Ratings (Part 107/Private Pilot/Commercial/Instrument/CFI) 
  • A&P certified

  • 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.

    About Shield AI

    Defense AI company building the world's best AI pilot for autonomous drones and fighter jets.

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