About the job
Shield AI is hiring a Director of Mission Control for the Aircraft Division in Dallas, Texas. This leadership position oversees how aircraft, operational ranges, and related resources are allocated and managed across all product lines. The director ensures these assets are used efficiently to meet company objectives, fulfill contracts, support revenue targets, and maintain mission readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct strategic allocation of the aircraft fleet and associated resources
- Oversee configuration management for all aircraft within the division
- Prioritize operations to balance customer needs, testing, training, and technology development
- Maintain and update the enterprise fleet ledger
- Guide decisions on aircraft configurations and validate operational requirements
- Supervise range allocation and mission approval processes
What Success Looks Like
The director’s decisions must align with Shield AI’s business goals, contractual obligations, and readiness standards. This role requires careful judgment to balance competing demands and optimize resource use, with outcomes that directly affect both operations and financial performance.
Who We’re Looking For
- Deep understanding of Shield AI’s business model and contract structures
- Familiarity with aircraft configurations and cross-functional dependencies
- Strong grasp of market dynamics relevant to the Aircraft Division
- Experience making decisions with significant operational and financial impact

