Shield AI is seeking a design-driven Instructional Design & Multimedia Specialist to support both our Curriculum and Technical Publications teams. In this role, you will help design and develop engaging, high-impact training experiences for both internal and external audiences, combining video, visual storytelling, and digital learning design.
You will own the creation of high-quality visual and video assets used across LMS-based and in-person learning experiences, translating complex technical concepts into clear, compelling, and user-friendly content for a diverse range of learners. You will also play a key role in elevating the visual and experiential quality of our training ecosystem through multimedia production, photography, and continuous improvement of learning platforms.
This is a high-impact role for a creative who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing, mission-focused environment and takes initiative in shaping how users learn and interact with advanced autonomous systems.
What you'll do:
- Design and develop engaging video-based and multimedia training content for internal and external audiences
- Translate complex technical systems and concepts into intuitive, visually compelling learning experiences
- Own the design, structure, and user experience of LMS-based training environments
- Partner with Curriculum and Technical Publications teams to support training, documentation, and content delivery
- Capture and produce high-quality photography and visual assets to support training and documentation
- Ensure consistency, usability, and quality across all digital learning content and platforms
- Continuously improve and evolve training materials to reflect rapidly changing systems and technologies
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, SMEs, and content teams to ensure technical accuracy and clarity
- Identify gaps and proactively drive improvements as a self-starter
Required qualifications:
- Experience in instructional design, multimedia production, or a related field
- Strong video production, editing, and visual storytelling skills
- Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, user-focused content
- Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) preferred but not required
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality output
- Self-starter with an ambitious, proactive mindset
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience with CAD or technical visualization tools
- Background in technical publications or documentation
- Experience supporting both internal and external training programs
- Experience capturing photography in technical or field environments
Skills Required
- Experience in instructional design, multimedia production, or a related field
- Strong video production, editing, and visual storytelling skills
- Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, user-focused content
- Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality output
- Self-starter with an ambitious, proactive mindset
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
- Experience with CAD or technical visualization tools
- Background in technical publications or documentation
- Experience supporting both internal and external training programs
- Experience capturing photography in technical or field environments
What the Team is Saying
Shield AI Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials describe excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside a mental‑health EAP. Site perks such as an onsite gym in DC and a gym discount in San Diego support a health‑focused offering.
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Retirement Support — Careers materials highlight a 401(k) with company match as part of the standard package. A Total Rewards overview emphasizes retirement features within a broader, transparent compensation view.
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Career-Linked Recognition & Rewards — Compensation for in‑demand technical and senior go‑to‑market roles is described as competitive, with visible engineering ranges and top‑end packages. This points to meaningful upside tied to role, level, and scarce skills.
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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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