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Compliance Analyst – Policy, Process, and Procedure (R5253)

Washington, DC
Full Time On-site

Shield AI is seeking an experienced Policy, Procedure & Process Compliance Analyst to support the development, implementation, and oversight of compliant business systems and internal controls across our government contracting operations.
This role plays a key part in ensuring alignment with FAR, DFARS, and business system requirements (e.g., DFARS 252.242-7005 and related clauses). You will work cross-functionally to design, document, and improve policies and processes that withstand audit scrutiny and enable operational excellence.

What You'll Do:

  • Develop, document, and maintain policies, procedures, and process narratives supporting government contracting compliance
  • Ensure alignment with DFARS business system requirements (e.g., Accounting, Purchasing, Estimating, MMAS)
  • Evaluate internal processes and controls for compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other regulatory standards
  • Support DCAA/DCMA audits and business system reviews, including documentation, walkthroughs, and corrective actions
  • Conduct internal compliance assessments and gap analyses; track remediation efforts
  • Partner with stakeholders across Finance, Contracts, Supply Chain, and Program Management to ensure consistent process execution
  • Lead or support process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency while maintaining compliance
  • Maintain documentation repositories and ensure version control and audit readiness

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or equivalent professional experience
  • 6+ years of experience in government contracting compliance, business systems, or internal controls
  • Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and DFARS Business System rules
  • Experience supporting DCAA/DCMA audits or Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR)
  • Demonstrated experience developing and documenting policies, procedures, and process flows
  • Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO)
  • Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in Aerospace & Defense or similarly regulated industry
  • Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint, SAP, Oracle)
  • Experience with business system implementations or remediation efforts
  • Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CISA, PMP, or Lean Six Sigma)
  • Experience with risk management and compliance tools
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.
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. 

About Shield AI

Shield AI

Shield AI is a defense technology company building autonomous AI systems for aircraft, drones, and intelligent mission software used in complex military environments. Founded in 2015, the company is best known for developing Hivemind, an AI pilot system that enables aircraft and drones to operate autonomously in contested and GPS-denied environments, supporting U.S. and allied defense missions.

For job seekers, Shield AI offers opportunities across advanced fields including artificial intelligence, robotics, software engineering, autonomy systems, aerospace engineering, embedded systems, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to engineers, AI researchers, and defense professionals who want to work on real-world autonomous systems that are actively being deployed in operational military scenarios.

Unlike traditional defense contractors, Shield AI operates with a startup-style engineering culture focused on rapid experimentation, real-world testing, and fast deployment of autonomous capabilities. Employees work on tightly integrated AI and robotics systems that combine perception, decision-making, and control, enabling platforms to operate without direct human input in highly complex environments.

As modern warfare increasingly shifts toward autonomous systems, distributed sensing, and AI-enabled decision-making, Shield AI continues to grow as one of the most prominent companies in next-generation defense technology. For professionals seeking to build cutting-edge autonomy systems with direct mission impact, Shield AI stands out as a leading employer in the defense innovation ecosystem.

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