Shield 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. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.
Job Description:
The Government Compliance Analyst II supports the organization’s government compliance program by assisting in the implementation and monitoring of policies and controls aligned with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS). This role operates as a generalist within the compliance function, partnering with cross-functional teams such as finance, contracts, supply chain, and legal to ensure adherence to applicable regulatory requirements. The analyst contributes to internal reviews, documentation efforts, training initiatives, reporting, and continuous improvement of compliance processes.
What you'll do:
Support implementation and maintenance of compliance controls related to FAR, DFARS, and CAS requirements
Assist in developing, updating, and documenting policies, procedures, and internal controls
Participate in internal compliance reviews, risk assessments, and audit readiness activities
Support preparation and submission of required government filings and disclosures
Assist in development of recurring compliance reports, dashboards, and management reporting materials
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure compliant business practices
Monitor regulatory updates and support impact assessments and implementation efforts
Maintain compliance documentation and support responses to internal and external audits
Required qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
2–4 years of experience in government contracting, compliance, accounting, or related field
Foundational knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and CAS requirements
Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Experience supporting audits (e.g., DCAA/DCMA) is a plus
Experience leveraging AI tools to enhance analysis, reporting, or process efficiency is a plus
