Product Manager
Leads development of autonomous orchestration platform for defense and commercial unmanned systems, owning full product lifecycle from strategy and customer requirements to engineering delivery and launches. Requires 2+ years PM experience with hardware-software systems and bachelor's degree.
About the job
Key Responsibilities
- Define and execute product strategy and roadmap for autonomous orchestration solutions
- Work directly with defense, intelligence, and commercial customers to understand requirements and translate them into actionable product features
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams to prioritize development efforts and ensure timely delivery of high-quality products
- Lead cross-functional teams through the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to customer deployment
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and inform product positioning
- Develop go-to-market strategies and support business development efforts with technical product expertise
- Manage product launches and coordinate with customers on successful deployment and integration
- Gather and analyze user feedback to continuously improve product offerings and customer experience
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related field
- 2+ years of product management experience leading hardware–software integrated products, with hands-on involvement in defining and delivering end-to-end systems spanning hardware, firmware, and software
- Strong understanding of how software, firmware, and hardware interact in real-world, production systems
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound, data-driven product decisions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional and multi-stakeholder product development initiatives
- U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA or advanced degree in relevant field
- Previous military, government, or defense industry experience
- Experience with autonomous systems, robotics, AI/ML, or related technologies
- Background in both technical product management and product marketing
- Existing security clearance
- Experience working with DoD or intelligence community customers
Skills & Attributes
- Strategic thinking with strong execution capabilities
- Customer-centric mindset with ability to translate user needs into product requirements
- Technical acumen to work effectively with engineering teams and understand complex systems
- Versatility to handle diverse responsibilities from technical specifications to marketing positioning
- Adaptability and comfort working in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving startup environment
- Passion for innovative technology that makes a meaningful impact
What We Offer
- Hybrid work environment
- Competitive pay
- Flexible time off
- Generous PTO policy
- Federal holidays
- Generous health, dental, and vision benefits
- Free OneMedical membership
Skills
Product Strategy, Roadmapping, Autonomous Systems, Robotics, AI/ML, Hardware-Software Integration, Firmware, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Go-to-Market Strategy, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Requirements, Product Lifecycle Management
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