Product Line Lead; Electronic Warfare

Position: Product Line Lead (Electronic Warfare)

Product Line Lead (Electronic Warfare) – FIRST RF

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Product Line Lead (PLL) to drive the vision, execution, and technical execution of our Electronic Warfare (EW) radar product portfolios. These individuals will work closely with the Market Segment Leads and own the product lifecycle from concept through end‑of‑life, defining strategy, roadmap, business case, and program execution for a portfolio of technologies that support current and next‑generation EW missions.

Essential

Functions

• Capture & Proposal Support: support business development in shaping and winning new opportunities. Lead preparation of proposals and RFIs, ensuring strong technical approach, product positioning, and alignment with customer needs.
• Cross‑Functional Leadership: coordinate across engineering, manufacturing, business development, and supply chain to ensure alignment and timely execution of product plans.
• Product Lifecycle: lead or support multidisciplinary project teams for production transition and internal development efforts with significant autonomy delegated by the market segment lead.
• Product Line Strategy: define and maintain a product roadmap aligned with customer needs, emerging threats, and company capabilities.

Other Duties

The Product Line Lead develops project plans and engages directly with customers on both technical and programmatic topics. Program managers provide contractual and programmatic oversight, allowing the PLL to focus on product strategy and execution. This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required for the role; responsibilities may evolve at any time with or without notice to meet business needs.

Supervisory

Responsibility

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This is a full‑time position at 40 hours per week. Typical office hours include Monday‑Friday, 8:00 am‑4:30 pm; however, these hours may vary based on workload and the manager’s discretion.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The employee may need to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About

FIRST RF

FIRST RF is a fast‑growing, multi‑discipline, privately owned small business focused on engineering and manufacturing of advanced technologies – specifically in antennas and radio frequency (RF) systems. We are an energetic team empowered with world‑class facilities and resources. We promote a culture that prioritizes innovation and responsiveness. By making bold investments in the development of groundbreaking technologies, FIRST RF has fielded award‑winning products ranging from revolutionary passive antennas to highly complex active antenna systems.

Benefits

Summary

We offer all employees four weeks of PTO each year, flexible scheduling, hybrid work, tuition reimbursement, up to 6 % 401(k) match, and healthcare, dental, and vision plans.

AAP/EEO Statement

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, assignment, re‑assignment, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, and termination. The company prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions;

age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. We support protected veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.

Qualifications Required

Education and Experience

• Must have U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
• Ba…