Shield AI

Communications Associate (R5514)

Shield AI$76K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-4 years of experience in defense technology, corporate communications, or public relations.
  • Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, national security, political science, or related field.
  • Experience working across teams and managing stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Familiarity with media relations, executive communications, and messaging.
  • Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail.
  • Interest in AI, autonomy, and defense technology.

Responsibilities

  • Write and edit copy across formats, including press releases, social posts, op-eds, and marketing materials.
  • Support external communications, including media outreach and executive communications.
  • Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders to move projects from planning through approval and publication.
  • Support executive communications, including media briefings, speaking engagements, and message prep.
  • Support relationships with external partners, including PR firms and other companies and organizations.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to develop and refine messaging for defense, technology, and policy audiences.
  • Research and draft thought leadership content, ensuring consistency in voice and tone.

Benefits

  • Bonus opportunities available.
  • Equity participation included in offer packages.
  • Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees after 60 days.
  • Temporary benefits package for temporary employees after 60 days.
Full Job Description


Job Description:

Help shape the story behind cutting-edge technology with real-world impact. In this role, you'll develop compelling communications that elevate our brand, engage key audiences, and support strategic initiatives across media, executive, and corporate channels. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you'll transform complex ideas into clear, impactful messaging that advances our mission.

What you'll do:

  • Write and edit copy across formats, including press releases, social posts, op-eds, and marketing materials.
  • Support external communications, including media outreach and executive communications.
  • Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders to move projects from planning through approval and publication.
  • Support executive communications, including media briefings, speaking engagements, and message prep.
  • Support relationships with external partners, including PR firms and other companies and organizations.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to develop and refine messaging for defense, technology, and policy audiences.
  • Research and draft thought leadership content, ensuring consistency in voice and tone.
  • Monitor news, industry trends, and competitor communications.
  • Provide administrative support for communications and broader marketing team.


Required qualifications:

  • 2-4 years of experience in defense technology, corporate communications, or public relations.
  • Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, national security, political science, or related field.
  • Experience working across teams and managing stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Familiarity with media relations, executive communications, and messaging.
  • Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail.
  • Interest in AI, autonomy, and defense technology.
  • Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.
  • Demonstrated ownership of projects from start to finish, including follow-through on details and deadlines.
  • Strong judgment and critical thinking, including the ability to assess messaging and identify risks or gaps.


Preferred qualifications

  • Experience supporting communications for a defense, aerospace, government, or technical organization.
  • Understanding of the U.S. defense ecosystem and national security landscape.
  • Experience working with PR agencies and external partners.


$76,000 - $110,000 a year

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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.

About Shield AI

Shield AI is a defense technology company that develops artificially intelligent systems for military applications. The company was founded in 2015 by Brandon Tseng, Ryan Tseng, and Andrew Reiter, and is headquartered in San Diego, California. Shield AI's products include autonomous drones and software that can be used for reconnaissance, surveillance, and other military operations. The company's mission is to reduce the number of military casualties by providing soldiers with better intelligence and situational awareness. Shield AI has received funding from a number of investors, including Andreessen Horowitz and Founders Fund.
Learn more about Shield AI
Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2015

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