Hiring: Communications Associate (R5514) Company: Shield AI Location: Washington, DC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 10:33:13 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : AI About the job Experience: •2-4 years of experience in defense technology, corporate communications, or public relations. •4 years of experience in defense technology, corporate communications, or public relations. Required Skills: •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. •Partner cross-functionally 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. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, national security, political science, or related field. •Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. •Operational familiarity with media relations, executive communications, and messaging. •Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail. •Interest in AI, autonomy, and defense technology. •Demonstrated capacity 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. •Understanding of the U.S. defense ecosystem and national security landscape. •Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity Compensation: •$76,000 - $110,000 / year •Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!