TheIncLab needs a Product Development Manager to oversee the development, planning, and execution of software products for the defense industry, ensuring they meet DoD needs, security, and compliance requirements, and to bring innovative and disruptive products to market.
Requirements
- Proven market research capabilities
- Experience working directly with Department of Defense (DoD) customers and programs.
- Proven experience in bringing defense products from concept to deployment.
- Strong experience in managing cross-functional teams and coordinating complex projects.
- Possess a strong understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and DevOps.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Leverage knowledge of existing military standards, specifications, and prior solicitations to inform and drive product requirements, especially in the absence of direct customer input.
Responsibilities
- Define and execute product strategies and roadmaps for defense-related products, aligning with company objectives and market opportunities.
- Conduct comprehensive market and competitive analyses specific to the defense industry, identifying trends, customer needs, and potential opportunities.
- Develop product requirements, use cases, and specifications.
- Manage the product backlog and prioritize tasks based on value and impact.
- Collaborate with Research and Development scrum teams to execute the product strategy.
- Oversee the development of lifecycle, from concept to deployment and maintenance.
- Write and manage Product Requirements Documents (PRDs) and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure technical feasibility, scalability, and translate customer needs into Engineering Requirements Documents (ERDs).
Other
- 4+ years of experience in product development or program management, preferably within the software, aerospace and defense industry.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience interfacing with customers and senior leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute successful product strategies and go-to-market plans.
- Ability to travel up to 20% depending on customer needs.
- Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and willing and eligible to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance at the Secret or Top-Secret level.
