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Manager, Autonomy Applications Engineering (R5188)

Leads a team of Forward Deployed Engineers to support customer deployment and operational success of Hivemind autonomy software. Manages technical customer engagements, troubleshoots complex integrations, and ensures field feedback informs product development. Works across engineering, product, and customer teams to improve deployment processes and long-term customer outcomes.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Object Detection and Tracking Engineer

This role involves developing real-time object detection, tracking, and sensor fusion algorithms for autonomous aircraft operating in complex, GPS-denied environments. The engineer will design perception systems using EO/IR, radar, and IMU data, integrate them with onboard hardware, and validate performance in simulation and field testing. Collaboration with autonomy, systems, and hardware teams ensures robust situational awareness for unmanned platforms.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Radar Instructor

Deliver and develop operator and maintenance training for radar and sensor systems, both in the UK and globally. Create educational materials and technical publications while providing expert input on system performance. Support trials, demonstrations, and customer training with hands-on fault-finding and instruction.

Saab United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Software Applications Engineer

Design and develop software for next-generation underwater robotic vehicles, including both new solutions and enhancements to existing systems. Work across the full software lifecycle with a focus on C++ and backend systems, while also contributing to web-based interfaces. Operate within a defence-focused engineering environment that values innovation and technical excellence.

Saab United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Business Development Manager

Drive business development for Hivemind Autonomy, an AI-powered platform enabling autonomous operation of drones and robotic systems in complex environments. Focus on identifying, shaping, and closing high-value opportunities within UK defense and government sectors. Build strategic relationships, lead capture strategies, and collaborate with technical teams to align solutions with mission-critical customer needs.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Staff Engineer, Autonomy and Motion Planning (R5263)

Develop and architect tactical autonomy software for unmanned systems operating across air, land, sea, and space domains. Focus on implementing multi-agent coordination, mission behaviors, and survivability in contested environments, with full lifecycle ownership from design to deployment. Collaborate with engineering, operations, and vehicle integration teams to deliver scalable, high-assurance autonomy solutions.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Staff Engineer, Software Autonomy Applications (R4962)

This role involves enabling customers to successfully integrate and use Shield AI's Hivemind autonomy software for AI and autonomy development across unmanned platforms. The engineer will develop applications using the SDK, provide technical training, debug integration issues, and support product deployment at customer sites. Work includes hands-on software development in C++ and Python, field support, and collaboration with product teams to improve offerings based on customer feedback.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Systems Test Engineer

Leads simulation-driven testing and automation for Hivemind autonomy software, developing test frameworks and tools to validate performance in simulated and real-world environments. Works across SIL, HIL, and VIL test setups, building Python-based tooling for data processing and test execution. Collaborates with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure software reliability and traceability in mission-critical defense applications.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Staff Engineer, Autonomy Software Integration & Test (R5539)

This role involves developing, integrating, and testing autonomy software on unmanned aircraft systems in live field environments, with a focus on real-world flight operations and rapid iteration. The engineer will work hands-on across software, hardware, and flight systems to deploy and troubleshoot autonomous capabilities in dynamic operational settings, primarily in Ukraine. Responsibilities include building production software, supporting simulation and flight testing, and maintaining system readiness for mission-critical deployments.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Staff Engineer, Test Integration, Modelling and Simulation (R5601)

Lead the design and development of high-performance C++ software for complex simulation and integration systems. Architect scalable solutions for real-time processing and systems-of-systems, integrating third-party software and hardware into unified platforms. Drive technical standards, mentor engineers, and implement modern practices like CI/CD and test-driven development in a collaborative, agile environment.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Field Solutions Engineer

This role involves leading technical presales efforts for Shield AI’s V-BAT aircraft and broader product suite across European markets. The engineer will act as a technical liaison between sales and engineering, shaping solutions, supporting proposals, and delivering customer demonstrations. The position emphasizes solution alignment with defense and government customer needs, requiring deep technical expertise in unmanned systems, AI, and autonomy.

Shield AI Netherlands

Chief Engineer, CCA

The role involves leading the technical development and integration of advanced autonomy systems on unmanned aircraft, from Group 2 to Group 5 UAS. As the chief authority on system architecture and design, the Chief Engineer shapes autonomy solutions for defense and commercial contracts, overseeing a team of engineers and ensuring technical excellence across IRAD and government-funded programs. The position requires deep expertise in robotics, guidance and control, and high-reliability software deployment in complex operational environments.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Acts as technical lead for mechanical design in aerospace unmanned systems, overseeing development from concept to flight testing. Focuses on CAD architecture, structural integration, and engineering analysis while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring design compliance. Works extensively with SolidWorks, FEA tools, and prototype testing in a regulated defence environment.

Saab Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Senior DevSecOps Engineer

Design and operate secure CI/CD pipelines and development environments for autonomous defence systems, integrating security controls across cloud, on-premises, and operational platforms. Work across engineering teams to enable rapid, assured software delivery in classified environments. Focus on Secure by Design principles, automation, and compliance with UK MOD and NATO standards.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid

Senior Systems Engineer - Autonomy & Software

This role involves applying systems engineering to the development and integration of advanced autonomous systems for defense applications. The engineer will translate mission requirements into technical specifications, define system architectures and interfaces, and work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of autonomy, software, and vehicle systems. They will also develop software tools and prototypes in C++ and Python to support testing, analysis, and system validation across simulation and live environments.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid