Manager, Product Management - Uncrewed and Advanced Aviation

Posted 7 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in Austin, TX
Remote
160K-200K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Software • App development
ForeFlight's integrated flight app makes flying easier, safer, and more efficient
The Role
As the Manager of Product Management for Uncrewed and Advanced Aviation at ForeFlight, you will lead the development and strategy of aviation infrastructure for uncrewed aerial systems, collaborate with various stakeholders, drive market research and data analysis, mentor a team of product managers, and ensure alignment with company vision.
Summary Generated by Built In

As the product leader for Uncrewed and Advanced Aviation at ForeFlight, you will lead multiple teams in driving the development of next-generation aviation infrastructure, enabling the integration and adoption of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) and advanced aerial mobility (AAM) on a global scale, while also collaborating with Air Navigation Service Providers worldwide to ensure they are equipped to meet the evolving demands of these technologies, shaping the future of aviation data creation and consumption. In this role, you collaborate tightly with the General Manager to define and implement product strategy across a portfolio of product teams, ensuring alignment with ForeFlight's vision and industry needs.
Responsibilities
In this role you will:

  • Establish and execute the product strategy
  • Champion the product vision, strategy, and roadmap to internal and external audiences, including executive leadership, customers, and industry stakeholders
  • Lead market research, data analysis, and experimentation efforts to drive informed decision-making and product innovation
  • Drive team growth, ensuring the recruitment and retention of top-tier talent to maintain and elevate product quality
  • Mentor and coach a high-performing team of product managers
  • Set and uphold standards for talent and development within the team
  • Actively participate in a remote team/environment, partnering with stakeholders across time zones


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience
  • 8+ years of experience leading product management for global, full-stack B2B SaaS products
  • Proven track record of leadership, mentorship, and strong communication abilities
  • Experience working with customers on the development and launch of early-stage products
  • Exceptional analytical skills, with hands-on experience in data analysis, market research, and experimentation
  • Aviation background preferred but not required; an eagerness to learn and engage with the aviation industry is essential


Why You Should Join
At ForeFlight, we know you want a rewarding career. To do that, you need challenging projects, a good work environment, and awesome coworkers. We believe in our employees, and we empower them to make a direct impact on our products and services messaging. We strive to provide ForeFlighters and their loved ones with a world-class benefits experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Our benefits package includes, but is not limited to the following:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with Employer paid health premiums
  • Open PTO Policy
  • 401(k) with up to 10% company matching and immediate vesting
  • 10 Weeks of Paid Maternity Leave
  • 4 Weeks of Paid Paternity Leave
  • Flight Training Rewards
  • Tuition Stipend


Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range: $160,000 - $200,000.

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The Company
HQ: Houston, TX
502 Employees
Remote Workplace
Year Founded: 2007

What We Do

ForeFlight was founded in 2007 by aviation entrepreneurs who set out to build elegant, high-performing flight planning and flight bag apps for pilots. ForeFlight Mobile, the company’s flagship product, improves situational awareness, increases productivity, and simplifies decision making for pilots and flight crews all over the world. ForeFlight is used by all segments of aviation, including general, business, commercial, and military aviation. Learn more at www.foreflight.com.

Why Work With Us

ForeFlight is unique because it is the perfect fusion of a fast-paced, innovative software company and an incredible community of aviation enthusiasts.

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Employees work remotely.

We hire in 26 states across the country with three offices located in Austin, Houston, and Portland, ME. We encourage those employees that live near an office to go in a couple days a week.

Typical time on-site: None
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