At Shield AI, we build intelligent systems that protect service members and civilians.
Our products include Hivemind, the autonomy software that enables aircraft and other uncrewed systems to make decisions and execute missions, even when GPS and communications are unavailable, alongside our V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft.Build the proving ground for that autonomy.
As part of our Hivemind Solutions team, you'll lead Modelling and Simulation for Australian Mission Autonomy programs, shaping how engineers develop, test and demonstrate intelligent behaviour before it takes flight.You'll guide multidisciplinary teams to turn complex operational scenarios into high-performance simulation environments, running in real time and faster than real time across distributed, containerised and hardware-in-the-loop systems.
The challenge is to recreate the complexity of the real world, enabling engineers to explore how autonomous aircraft respond, coordinate and perform when missions don't go to plan.Your work will underpin customer programs and internal R&D;, connecting simulation with real hardware and giving engineers the speed, scale and confidence to bring recent autonomous capabilities into the field.Key responsibilitiesLead the design and evolution of distributed, real-time simulation systems that support autonomy development, verification, and validation across virtual, constructive, and live environmentsArchitect and implement C++ software for modelling, simulation, and integration workflows, while maintaining compatibility with legacy standards for seamless system interoperabilityDevelop, optimize, and deploy software for real-time mission execution environments,



including multi-agent scenarios and high-fidelity system-of-systems simulationsApply practical experience with defence simulation frameworks such as AFSIM or NGTS to accelerate capability delivery and ensure alignment with defence customer expectationsLeverage Docker, Kubernetes or similar technologies to ensure repeatable, scalable, and modular simulation deployments across development, CI, and operational environmentsLead engineering teams of 5+ contributors, ensuring alignment across software, test, autonomy, perception, and program stakeholdersWork closely with cross-functional teams to integrate simulation with autonomy algorithms, hardware interfaces, and test pipelines, enabling rapid experimentation, regression testing, and mission readinessChampion best practices in CI/CD, test-driven development, design patterns, and system architectureAbout youA tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related fieldExtensive professional experience in software engineering and systems integrationStrong experience in modern C++ with familiarity across legacy standardsProfessional experience with PythonSignificant experience building and delivering reliable software systems in fast-paced environmentsExperience leading teams to deliver complex engineering projectsExperience with real-time, distributed simulation systems or HWIL/SWIL environmentsExperience with containerization technologies (Docker or equivalent)Experience working in Linux development environmentsDemonstrated ability to solve complex problems quickly and effectivelyProven history of strong collaboration, accountability, and being a trusted teammateAbility to obtain an Australian NV1 security clearanceAbout usShield 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.
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📌 Modelling And Simulation Lead Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 SHIELD
📍 Melbourne