About the role

The Product Manager is responsible for defining the product vision and strategy while managing the product backlog and tracking success metrics. They act as a cross-functional leader and customer advocate to align priorities with business objectives and drive execution on the manufacturing floor.

What they look for

Product Strategy Product Roadmap Development Backlog Management Data-Driven Decision Making Cross-functional Leadership Customer Advocacy KPI Tracking Composite Manufacturing Analytical Skills Problem Solving Written Communication Verbal Communication Stakeholder Management Aerospace Operations Value Stream Management

Requirements

Candidates need a Bachelor's degree with 6 years of experience, a Graduate degree with 4 years, or 10 years of related experience. Experience with composite manufacturing in the aerospace industry is highly desirable.

Full description

Job Title: (DoW SkillBridge), Sr. Specialist, Product Manager

Job Code: 40837

Job Location: Huntsville, AL

Job Schedule: 9/80

L3Harris’ DoD SkillBridge is connecting transitioning service members to career training opportunities within our organization. We will provide service members with valuable civilian work experience through industry specific training, certifications and on the job experience during their DoD SkillBridge internship to help them ready themselves for their next mission.

L3Harris aims to attract and retain veteran talent and to help bridge the gap between their military service and civilian careers within our organization. L3Harris is eager to share our knowledge and experience with our service members. This internship is an opportunity for the service member to gain a full understanding of the job position outlined below.

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR DOD SKILLBRIDGE JOB OPPORTUNITES YOU MUST BE AN ACTIVE MEMBER OF THE U.S. MILITARY WITH 180 DAYS OF SERVICE OR FEWER REMAINING PRIOR TO YOUR DATE OF SEPARATION AND HAVE AT LEAST 180 CONTINUOUS DAYS OF ACTIVE SERVICE.

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Product Manager responsible for defining product vision and strategy, aligning priorities with business objectives, managing the product backlog, and tracking success metrics through data‑driven decision‑making. This role serves as a cross‑functional leader, collaborating closely with engineering, quality, customer support, and executive teams to build consensus, set priorities, and manage expectations.

The Product Manager acts as a strong customer advocate, representing the voice of the customer, maintaining program relationships, and addressing escalated issues. A typical day includes participating in collaborative meetings such as daily standups and sprint planning sessions, developing strategic plans and product roadmaps, conducting customer research and gathering feedback, creating documentation, and analyzing data to inform product decisions and executive reviews that drive execution on the manufacturing floor.

Essential Functions:

Define and maintain product strategy and visionTrack success metrics and KPIs

Create and manage the product value stream

Provide cross-functional leadership with working knowledge across common aerospace functions

(Engineering, Quality, Scheduling and Material Planning, Tooling, and Manufacturing Operations)

Make data-driven decisions to guide product direction

Manage program relationships with the AMF–S Operations Integrated Planning Team

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience; OR Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of related experience; OR In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

Experience with composite manufacturing in the aerospace industry is highly desirable

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work effectively across multiple organizations and stakeholder groups