A global leader in high-performance, open-architecture rugged embedded computing, providing mission-critical solutions for the defense and industrial sectors is seeking a Product Line Manager.
In this role, you will apply deep systems intuition to product strategy, shaping a competitive and innovative roadmap across modular architectures. You will collaborate with engineering, sales, and program teams to drive product development and ensure that high-performance computing offerings maintain a leadership position within the embedded industry.
Key Responsibilities- Own and maintain the product strategy for advanced signal processing and hardware acceleration solutions within the organizational portfolio.
- Develop long-range roadmaps aligned to emerging industry trends and specific customer requirements.
- Conduct comprehensive competitive analysis across relevant form factors and modular architectures.
- Author detailed business cases and technical requirements to justify new product investments to executive leadership.
- Lead the kickoff process for new product introductions and oversee the performance of the multi-product portfolio.
- Interface directly with customers, sales teams, and strategic partners to support secure engagements and business development.
- Provide technical presentations, marketing collateral, and training to internal and external stakeholders.
- Partner with engineering and operations to ensure products deliver high value and align with rugged reliability standards.
Core Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution (Master’s degree preferred).
- 7+ years of experience in RF, DSP, FPGA, or the embedded defense markets.
- Proven experience in technical leadership or product management roles.
- Ability to translate complex theory into real hardware implementations with an understanding of where practical systems diverge from ideal models.
- Experience making system-level technical tradeoffs regarding noise figure, dynamic range, and data conversion.
- Proficiency in defining product concepts and managing the full lifecycle of new product launches.
- Familiarity with writing requirements that align with stringent military and industrial standards.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead by influence and create positive outcomes across all levels of the organization.
- Deep familiarity with embedded electronics, modular architectures, and high-performance signal processing.
- Experience navigating export-controlled information and supporting defense-related programs.
- Understanding of the competitive landscape for ruggedized, open-architecture computing solutions.
If you are a self-starting technical leader who thrives on the challenge of bridging the gap between complex engineering and business strategy, we want to hear from you. This is a unique opportunity to join an industry leader at the forefront of mission-critical technology and make a tangible impact on the future of high-performance embedded systems. Take the next step in your professional journey by submitting your resume and an overview of your product management successes to Webster & Webster Associates today.
Title: Product Line Manager
Employment Type: Direct-Hire
Location: Austin, TX, USA
Location Type: Onsite
Relocation: Yes
Compensation: $125,000 – $175,000 based on experience
Job ID: JO-2605-138802