Principal Product Line Manager - Unmanned Systems Communications

Silvus Technologies is seeking a Principal Product Line Manager who will report to the Vice President of Product on the Product team. The successful individual in this role will lead the strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle of communications solutions supporting unmanned and autonomous systems.

Responsibilities

Lead strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle of communications solutions supporting unmanned and autonomous systems; Own market strategy for Unmanned Systems Communications across defense, public safety, and commercial robotics markets; Identify emerging operational needs, technology trends, and mission requirements; Translate operational needs into product requirements and strategic roadmap inputs; Engage directly with platform manufacturers, defense integrators, robotics companies, and government program offices; Oversee lifecycle strategy from concept through launch, growth, and sustainment; Track product performance including market adoption, customer feedback, and competitive positioning; Serve as connective tissue among Engineering, Marketing, Sales, and Operations; Travel up to 25% as needed

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; Minimum 10 years of experience in product management, product line management, or technical product leadership; Experience with wireless communications, networking, radio frequency systems, or related technologies; Strong ability to translate operational use cases into scalable product capabilities; Demonstrated experience influencing cross-functional teams including engineering, sales, and business development; Strong technical aptitude and systems-level thinking; Active U.S. Government SECRET clearance or ability to obtain one within 15 months of hire; Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts; All employment is contingent upon successful clearance of a background check and drug test

Nice to have

MBA or advanced Engineering degree; Experience with unmanned systems, robotics, or autonomous platforms; Background supporting defense, aerospace, or government programs; Familiarity with tactical communications, mesh networking, command-and-control systems, or ISR and sensor data transport