Staff Commercial Contracts Administrator (R3190)

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San Diego, CA, USA
Hybrid
98K-148K Annually
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Machine Learning • Robotics • Software
Our mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems.
The Role
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the 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

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Staff Commercial Contracts Administrator to manage complex commercial and international software licensing and engineering services agreements. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of commercial contracting best practices, global contracting standards, intellectual property rights, and software licensing models. This role is critical to ensuring the success of the contracting function by supporting complex transactions across a global client base and driving strategic business objectives. 

Projects you might work on:

  • Collaborate with the business development team to drive customer growth by executing purchase agreements for software license sales. 
  • Draft and review key documents, including Memorandums of Understanding, Letters of Intent, Teaming Agreements, Third-Party Intermediary Agreements, and Statements of Work. 
  • Lead or support critical negotiations.
  • Partner with internal teams to ensure transactions align with Shield AI's strategic objectives and growth goals. 

What you'll do:

  • Analyze and negotiate key contractual terms.
  • Administer and monitor contract performance, managing modifications, renewals, amendments, and terminations as necessary. 
  • Negotiate and administer Reseller and Broker agreements to facilitate internationals sales of goods and services in specific territories. 
  • Support proposal development and pricing strategies to meet international and commercial requirements. 
  • Monitor global trends in software contracting and advise on best practices and emerging regulatory requirements. 
  • Analyze contract terms and conditions to identify risks and recommend mitigating strategies. 
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for contractual matters with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders. 
  • Collaborate with legal, finance, and project teams to address contractual issues and resolve disputes. 
  • Maintain organized records of all contract-related documentation. 

Required qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field. 
  • 8+ years of experience in contracts administration, with specific experience in international contracts and U.S. Government Contracting. We are open to candidate's with as little as 5 years experience but our ideal candidate falls well into the Staff level with 8+ years experience and eager to advance!
  • Familiarity with international trade regulations including export controls. 
  • Experience negotiating terms and conditions and managing complex agreements. 
  • Exceptional organizational skills, communication and attention to detail. 
  • Ability to work independently as well as support multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.  
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). 

Preferred (not required) qualifications:

  • Masters Degree in Business Administration or a related field 
  • Certification in Contracts Management (e.g., CPCM, CFCM, or similar) 
  • Experience working with global clients, including familiarity with INCOTERMS and multinational contracting standards. 
  • Knowledge of risk management strategies specific to international agreements.
  • Experience managing contracts in multiple currencies and jurisdictions. 


  • This position follows a hybrid work structure. An initial 30-day onsite onboarding period ensures successful integration, training, and team connection. After onboarding, onsite presence is flexible and collaborative in nature, with visits scheduled as needed to support teamwork, planning, and alignment.

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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HQ: Port Melbourne, Victoria
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Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide.

Why Work With Us

What makes Shield AI special is our people. We unlock the power of autonomy, and in the face of overwhelming odds and challenges, we find ways to win and make a difference for our customers. We bring together software, AI, and aerospace engineering disciplines to deploy the most intelligent aviation capabilities in the world.

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