Product Manager

Noda AI

$90K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of product management experience in hardware-software integrated products.
  • Strong understanding of software, firmware, and hardware interactions in production systems.
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills utilizing data-driven decisions.
  • Excellent communication skills for collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience managing complex, cross-functional product development initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute the product strategy and roadmap for autonomous orchestration solutions.
  • Work with defense, intelligence, and commercial customers to translate requirements into product features.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to prioritize and deliver high-quality products on time.
  • Lead cross-functional teams throughout the entire product development lifecycle.
  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for product improvement.
  • Develop go-to-market strategies supporting business development with product expertise.
  • Manage product launches and coordinate customer integration efforts.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment.
  • Flexible time off.
  • Generous PTO policy.
  • Federal holidays off.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Free OneMedical membership.
Full Job Description
Product Manager - NODA AI

Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid on-site, with up to 20% travel)
Clearance Requirement: U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance

The Role

We are seeking a talented Product Manager to help lead the development and delivery of our autonomous orchestration platform. This is an exceptional opportunity to build novel product features from the ground up, working directly with customers to define requirements and collaborating with engineering teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions that transform multi-domain autonomous operations. You'll own the full product lifecycle, from strategic planning and market analysis to feature development and customer success.

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


Growth Path at NODA

As NODA continues to grow, there will be opportunities for Product Managers to advance into senior product leadership roles, expand into new market segments, or take on broader strategic responsibilities across the organization.

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