Principal Product Manager, Industrial AI- Aerospace and Defense

The preferred candidate will bring strong product management experience in enterprise or industrial software, with Aerospace & Defense domain experience considered a strong advantage. Exposure to aviation maintenance, airline or MRO operations, engine overhaul, asset management, or regulated safety critical environments would be beneficial. Candidates with the ability to quickly learn complex domains, work closely with subject matter experts, and translate customer needs into AI enabled product strategy will also be strongly considered. The candidate will also have proven experience leading AI enabled product initiatives, such as predictive maintenance, digital twins, or AI assisted maintenance workflows. Exceptional communication and leadership skills are crucial for this role, as you will be responsible for leading cross
functional teams, presenting to senior leadership and the board, and helping shape the product vision for Industrial AI in Aerospace and Defense.

As Principal Product Manager in Aerospace and Defense, you are responsible for:
• Defining the operating model and long-term product strategy for Industrial AI Initiatives across aircraft, engine, and component maintenance, aligning with company objectives and market opportunities.
• Creating category-level opportunities and conducting comprehensive market and competitive analyses, including TAM/SAM/SOM sizing, for AI-enabled Aerospace & Defense maintenance solutions.
• Engaging with airlines, MRO providers, OEMs, and defense operators to gather requirements, validate solutions with real customer evidence, and ensure products meet or exceed their expectations.
• Applying domain insight, customer evidence, and subject matter expert input across Line and Base Maintenance, engine overhaul, records and compliance, and asset management processes to inform AI product requirements.
• Owning AI governance for the domain — setting the quality bar, safety and compliance standards, and responsible-AI guardrails for AI features deployed in safety-critical maintenance contexts.
• Partnering with engineering and data science teams on AI-native delivery, scoping AI features and AI-assisted workflows, and building institutional standards and PRD schemas used across the domain.
• Building the investment case and financial models to defend and prioritize the AI product portfolio, holding explicit portfolio and P&L accountability.
• Developing and implementing go-to-market strategies, pricing, and sales plays for Industrial AI products, and presenting roadmap and investment updates to senior leadership and the board.

What We're Offering:

• Flexible paid time off, including sick and holiday
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• 401K with Company contribution
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Community involvement and volunteering events

We embrace flexibility and hybrid work opportunities to support diverse needs and lifestyles, while also valuing inclusive workplace experiences. By fostering a sense of community, we drive innovation, strengthen connections, and nurture belonging. Our commitment ensures you can work in a way that suits you best, while also engaging with colleagues to share ideas and build meaningful relationships.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer