Job Overview
Location
London
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Software Engineering
Date Posted
June 19, 2026
Full Job Description
đź“‹ Description
- • Lead government relations strategy across the UK, Nordics, and Benelux regions to advance Shield AI’s mission of protecting service members and civilians through intelligent defense systems.
- • Build and maintain strategic relationships with key government officials, defense ministries, procurement agencies, and military stakeholders in the UK, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg.
- • Represent Shield AI in high-level policy discussions, defense exhibitions, industry forums, and government consultations related to autonomous systems, AI in defense, and military modernization.
- • Develop and execute targeted engagement plans to align Shield AI’s Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT/X-BAT aircraft capabilities with national defense priorities and procurement timelines in each market.
- • Monitor legislative, regulatory, and geopolitical developments affecting defense technology adoption, export controls, and AI governance in the target regions.
- • Collaborate with Shield AI’s sales, engineering, and legal teams to ensure government engagement activities are technically accurate, compliant, and strategically aligned with product roadmaps.
- • Prepare and deliver briefings, white papers, policy position statements, and congressional or parliamentary testimony materials tailored to regional stakeholders.
- • Coordinate with Shield AI’s U.S.-based government affairs team to ensure alignment on global policy initiatives and international defense partnerships.
- • Identify and cultivate partnerships with defense contractors, think tanks, academic institutions, and industry associations to amplify Shield AI’s presence and credibility in regional defense ecosystems.
- • Manage regional government relations budget, track engagement metrics, and report outcomes to senior leadership with clear ROI on advocacy efforts.
- • Travel extensively within the UK, Nordics, and Benelux to attend meetings, defense events, and government hearings as required by the role.
- • Serve as the primary point of contact for government inquiries regarding Shield AI’s technology, compliance posture, and ethical use of autonomous systems.
- • Ensure all government relations activities adhere to international arms control regulations, export compliance standards, and corporate ethics policies.
- • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of defense procurement processes, NATO standards, and EU defense initiatives impacting autonomous system deployment.
- • Proactively identify opportunities for Shield AI to contribute to national security innovation programs, defense R&D funding, and public-private partnerships in the target regions.
🎯 Requirements
- • Proven experience in government relations, defense policy, or public affairs within the UK, Nordics, or Benelux defense sectors
- • Deep understanding of defense procurement processes, military requirements, and national security policy frameworks in at least two of the target regions
- • Demonstrated ability to build and manage relationships with senior government officials, military leaders, and defense contractors
- • Strong knowledge of export control regulations (e.g., ITAR, EAR, EU Dual-Use Regulations) and compliance requirements for defense technology
- • Experience representing technology companies in high-stakes government advocacy or lobbying environments
- • Fluency in English; proficiency in one or more languages spoken in the Nordics or Benelux is highly preferred
🏖️ Benefits
- • Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure
- • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- • Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements
- • Professional development stipend for conferences, training, and certifications
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About Shield AI, Inc.
Shield AI develops autonomous systems and artificial intelligence for defense and commercial aviation. Its Hivemind AI pilot enables unmanned aircraft and drones to operate without GPS, communications, or remote pilots. The company’s products include the V-BAT vertical takeoff and landing drone and software for fighter aircraft autonomy. Founded in 2015, Shield AI serves U.S. and allied military forces, focusing on contested environments and battlefield applications. The company integrates machine learning, sensor fusion, and edge computing to provide resilient, intelligent platforms for intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike missions.
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