Senior Product Line Manager - Defense - Hybrid / Remote

Senior Product Line Manager - Defense - Hybrid / Remote

Come join our family as our Senior Product Line Manager in Ashburn, VA / Hybrid / Remote

The Modular Secure Solutions (MSS) business unit of Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions division is seeking a Senior Product Line Manager (PLM) to lead its secure embedded computing product business for the US DoD and other US stakeholders. The products incorporate security features in software, firmware, and hardware; unique capabilities related to Software Design Radio (SDR) or Assured Position Navigation and Timing (APNT); and software services.

You will be responsible for the strategic planning, lifecycle management, and execution of assigned high-value products / product lines. You will drive the growth and performance of multiple high-value product lines , ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives, and contributing to the long-term success of the business. You will have the authority to develop goals, budget, and business plan for products.

Location : Ashburn, VA Hybrid / Remote

Salary Information : $144,100.00 - $200,000.00 per year plus bonus

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Virginia. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge

• Leads the development and execution of long-term product strategies, aligning with both business goals and evolving customer needs. Owns the portfolio management for high-value products and product lines, ensuring consistent market competitiveness, profitability, and technical leadership.
• Influences and shapes the product development lifecycle, from concept to obsolescence, ensuring that innovation, customer demands, and strategic priorities are met. Maintains market position of products by managing existing product lines and competitive market information. Participates in product modification, cost reduction, margin analysis, advertising and promotion, forecasting, product positioning and pricing strategies. (20%)
• Leads market segmentation, detailed customer insights and competitive analysis to inform product direction and identify growth opportunities. Fosters and manages relationships with key accounts to ensure product alignment with customer requirements and strategic business goals. (20%).
• Drives the integration of emerging technologies and innovative approaches to meet evolving industry requirements. Identifies and assesses new technological trends, market shifts, and potential disruptions that can be leveraged for product innovation. Ensures compliance with government regulations, export controls and internal quality standards. Leads and supports internal and customer audits related to product performance, certification and documentation. (20%)
• Leads and mentors product management teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and high performance. Collaborates closely with senior leadership, including engineering, manufacturing, business development, finance and operations to ensure product execution is on track and aligned with corporate objectives. (20%)
• Develops goals, budget and strategic business plans for their product lines. Recommends ways to expand sales and profitability in specific markets. Provides sales staff with comparative product analysis; feature and benefit summaries; supporting promotional material; target customers; and product marketing strategies. Conducts product training sessions and manages relevant trade shows. Works with Technical Publications and Engineering to ensure high-quality production of product technical literature. (20%)

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Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a trusted, proven leader, delivering superior products and services that meet the defense and aerospace industries' toughest challenges with best-in-class value. Our solutions address airground, and naval defense applications, and are focused on growth segments with a high demand for advanced technologyenhanced safetysecurity, and performance. As a leading Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) solutions supplier for battlefield platforms and communication systems, we are uniquely positioned to benefit from the DoD's commitment to maintaining technological superiority on the battlefield.

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

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