Product Innovation Manager

Title: Product Innovation Manager

Segment: Voyager - Space Solutions

Location: Huntsville, AL; Webster, TX; Cleveland, OH

Job Type: Full Time - Hybrid

Company Description: Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Position Description: The Product Manager to lead and oversee the innovation, development, and management of our product strategies. This role requires a visionary leader with a deep understanding of the aerospace industry, advanced product management trends, and a proven track record of successful product management and implementation. This position is also responsible for winning funding from external sources to develop technology into new product lines, and to generate profit from the execution of externally funded projects.

Responsibilities:

Product Strategy and Development

• Develop and implement the company's product strategy to support business goals.
• Lead and inspire the product management team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Oversee the development and execution of product projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Responsible for maintaining a technology roadmap or development pipeline in coordination with the Product Manager

Market Analysis and Research

• Collaborate with executive leadership to define and prioritize innovation initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze market and industry trends to ensure the company remains competitive.
• Identify and evaluate new product opportunities and their potential impact on the company/industry.

Innovation and Improvement

• Drive innovation within the organization by encouraging the exploration of new ideas and technologies.
• Lead research and development efforts to create cutting-edge solutions for our customers.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and learning within the product management team.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with other departments to ensure product initiatives align with business objectives.
• Communicate product strategy and progress to stakeholders, including the board of directors and investors.
• Foster strong relationships with customers, partners, and other external stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in engineering, systems engineering or science required.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in product management roles, with at least 5 years in the aerospace industry.
• Proven track record of leading successful product initiatives and projects.
• Deep understanding of the aerospace market, including industry trends and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in advanced product management and software development methodologies.
• Experience with market analysis and competitive analysis.
• Travel of up to 30%

Preferences:

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience with commercial spaceflight and space station operations.
• Knowledge of international aerospace markets and regulations.
• Strong network within the aerospace industry.

Voyager offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

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