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POSTING ACTIVE · REQ-12A67 · FY26.Q2
Staff Product Marketing Manager - V-BAT (R5274)
[ COMPENSATION RANGE · ANNUAL · BASE ]
$130,000 – $200,000USD
MIDPOINT
$165,000
SPREAD
$70,000
LEVEL
LEAD
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OVERVIEW
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and 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.
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
Shield AI is seeking a Staff Product Marketing Manager to lead messaging and positioning for its V-BAT aircraft. This role will translate complex aircraft and autonomy capabilities into clear, mission-driven narratives that differentiate V-BAT, equip our go-to-market teams, and build understanding among customers, policymakers, and industry leaders.
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WHAT YOU'LL DO
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V-BAT PRODUCT MARKETING
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 6+ years of direct military aviation experience
- Strong understanding of aircraft systems, autonomy, and intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and targeting (ISR-T) missions.
- Experience creating high-impact sales enablement and product marketing assets.
- Strong cross-functional collaborator with the ability to influence Product, Engineering, and GTM teams.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to produce original, persuasive content across multiple formats and audiences.
- Experience in product marketing, product management, or sales within aerospace, defense, or advanced technology.
- MBA or equivalent advanced degree.
Preferred Qualifications:
Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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NICE TO HAVE
Full-time regular employee offer package
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
- How much does the Staff Product Marketing Manager - V-BAT (R5274) at Shield AI pay?
- The posting lists a range of $130K–$200K per year. Ranges reflect what Shield AI publicly declared on the source posting.
- Where is this Staff Product Marketing Manager - V-BAT (R5274) role based?
- The role is based in Washington, DC.
- What experience does Shield AI expect for this role?
- The posting is tagged as a lead-level role, typically 7+ years of experience. Check the requirements section for specifics.
- Where is Shield AI headquartered?
- Shield AI is headquartered in San Diego, USA.
- How was this posting sourced?
- This role was pulled directly from Shield AI's Lever careers site. Apply links open in the employer's own ATS — no reposts or aggregator middleware.
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