Mission Operations Product Manager, Group 5 Mission Autonomy

Role Overview

As a Mission Operations Product Manager, you will develop Mission Autonomy products that support the operation of Group 5 autonomous air vehicles. You will drive product development from initial requirements development to fielding, define product roadmaps and timelines, and manage engineering risk. You will work closely with engineering leads and business development to evaluate trades and enable exploration of early designs.

What You Will Do

You will develop autonomy behavior and supporting product requirements, collaborate with engineering teams to implement requirements, and work with cross-functional teams to define test requirements and ensure alignment between system capabilities and mission objectives. You will also plan, execute, and analyze mission autonomy tests in simulated environments to validate system performance and identify areas for improvement.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires a self-starter with high ownership and a mission-oriented mentality. You will need strong analytical skills, the ability to interpret test data, and a proven track record of working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. You will also need experience in leading system design and development from initial concept through delivery to customers.

Requirements

• Operational experience as a Pilot or CSO/NFO of USAF, USN, USMC 4th or 5th generation fighter/bomber aircraft or RPAs
• Self-starter with high ownership and mission-oriented mentality
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret test data, diagnose system behaviors, and recommend actionable improvements
• Organized and detail-oriented, with strong verbal & written communication skills
• Proven track record of working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project milestones and deliverables
• Experience in leading system design and development from initial concept through delivery to customers
• Ability to leverage operational experience and technical knowledge to make educated decisions and leverage engineering trades in the absence of clear customer requirements

Benefits

• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees
• Health benefits
• Recovery benefits
• Equity grants
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Learning budget
• Parental leave
• Wellness benefits
• Visa/relocation assistance
• Remote flexibility
• Stipends
• Bonus/commission