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Full-Time

Training Content Creator

DC or TX, R2753

Posted on 6/28/2024

Shield AI

Shield AI

501-1,000 employees

Develops AI and autonomous systems for defense

AI & Machine Learning
Defense

Compensation Overview

$53.6k - $80.3kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity

Entry

Washington, DC, USA + 1 more

More locations: Texas, USA

Requires onsite presence in Washington D.C. or Texas.

Category
Content Strategy
Content & Writing
Social Media
Required Skills
Sales
Adobe Creative Suite
Marketing
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience/interest preferred.
  • Ability to reorganize and communicate complex ideas effectively – both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to design and create graphics in accordance with brand guidelines.
  • Ability to script, film, and/or animate short-form marketing and training videos.
  • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite products preferred.
  • Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Confidence to work effectively with people at all levels of the organization.
  • A demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.
Responsibilities
  • Creating new and engaging training modules in the Learning Management System (LMS) using various formats like text, audio, video, and cited resources.
  • Maintaining a content review cycle to ensure long-term accuracy of material.
  • Reorganizing and clearly reiterating highly technical or niche information in a way that can be understood by anyone.
  • Creating video content for internal and external parties to support sales initiatives.
  • Building graphics and supporting visuals for training materials, presentations, and company collateral.
  • Analyzing training completion and participation statistics to inform the overall strategy.
  • Establishing working relationships with individuals across the company and collaborating effectively.

Shield AI specializes in creating artificial intelligence and autonomous systems specifically for the defense industry. The company develops AI-powered systems, including autonomous drones, that assist military operations, especially in environments where GPS and communication are unavailable. This technology allows for safer and more efficient defense operations. Shield AI differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on advanced AI solutions tailored for government and military clients, securing significant contracts like the multi-billion dollar EWAAC contract, which demonstrates its credibility and capability in the market. The company's goal is to enhance operational safety and effectiveness in military missions, ultimately aiming to protect lives through its innovative technologies.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$940.7M

Headquarters

San Diego, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

19%

1 year growth

36%

2 year growth

73%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Shield AI's recent $198 million contract with the U.S. Coast Guard highlights its growing influence and reliability in the defense sector.
  • The company's valuation has surged to $2.8 billion, reflecting strong investor confidence and financial health.
  • Significant Series F funding and debt financing provide ample resources for continued innovation and expansion.

What critics are saying

  • The defense technology market is highly competitive, requiring continuous innovation to maintain a leading position.
  • Dependence on government contracts can lead to revenue volatility due to changing political and budgetary priorities.

What makes Shield AI unique

  • Shield AI specializes in AI and autonomous systems specifically for the defense industry, unlike competitors who may focus on broader applications.
  • Their ability to operate in GPS and communication-denied environments provides a unique advantage in critical military scenarios.
  • Strategic acquisitions like Martin UAV and significant contracts such as the EWAAC and Air Golden Horde Vanguard Program validate their technological capabilities and market position.

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Benefits

Medical Insurance Coverage

Long Term Disability Insurance

Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA

Employee Assistance Program

Subsidized Gym Membership

Pet Insurance

Competitive Compensation

Retirement Services

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Bereavement Support

Flexible Work Hours

PTO

Paid Holidays

Commuter Benefits

Relaxed Dress Code

Yearly Swag Items

Unlimited Snacks

Bottomless Beverages

Annual Celebrations

Work From Home Benefits

Standing Desks and Widescreen Monitors

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