Product line Lead

Product Line Lead — Electronic Warfare (EW)

Location: Boulder, CO

Degree: Bachelor’s (Electrical Engineering required; Master’s preferred)

Salary Range: $155,000 – $210,000 / year

We are seeking a Product Line Lead (PLL) to define and execute the technical and strategic direction for a portfolio of Electronic Warfare (EW) radar systems. This role bridges technology development, product strategy, and cross‑functional execution to deliver advanced capabilities that support next‑generation EW missions.

You will own the entire product lifecycle — from concept development through end‑of‑life — while working in close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, business development, and supply chain teams.

• Define and maintain a forward‑looking product roadmap that aligns with mission requirements, customer needs, and evolving EW threats.
• Translate market and technical inputs into actionable product development priorities and investments.

• Lead multi‑disciplinary teams through product development, production transition, and sustainment phases.
• Drive cost, schedule, and performance objectives with autonomy and accountability delegated by the Market Segment Lead.

• Partner with business development to shape pursuit strategies and win new opportunities.
• Lead or support proposal and RFI efforts — ensuring strong technical approaches, clear product positioning, and alignment with customer expectations.

• Coordinate efforts across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and program management to ensure alignment and timely execution.
• Monitor performance metrics, manage technical risk, and ensure readiness for production and delivery.
• Interface directly with customers on technical and programmatic topics.
• Collaborate closely with program managers (who maintain contractual oversight) to focus your efforts on product execution, innovation, and long‑term portfolio strategy.
• Stay current with emerging EW and RF technologies and integrate relevant innovations into design and production processes.

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 10+ years of relevant experience in defense, aerospace, or high‑tech industries
• Proven record leading multi‑disciplinary technical teams.
• Deep understanding of RF systems including amplifiers, attenuators, phase shifters, and mixers
• Experience with RF signal budget analysis (gain, noise figure, power metrics)
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for hardware and system‑level performance
• Proficiency in a technical programming language (Python preferred)
• Hands‑on experience with RF test equipment (network analyzers, spectrum analyzers)
• Experience with PCB layout and assembly (Altium Designer preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills — able to convey complex technical topics clearly to customers and leadership
• Knowledge of industry trends and emerging RF/EW technologies

• RF front‑end design
• Antenna design and testing
• Electromagnetic simulation tools such as HFSS, FEKO, CST, or Microwave Office
• Phased Arrays:
  Proven experience with phased array antenna systems, including design, integration, or operational use.
• RF Systems:
  Strong knowledge of RF systems and digital signal processing, with familiarity in electronic attack and electronic defense techniques.
• Advanced degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of relevant industry experience, ideally within defense, aerospace, or high‑tech sectors.

• Full-time: 40 hours/week; typical schedule Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (flexibility based on workload)
• Travel: Minimal to none expected
• Supervisory Duties: None
• Physical Demands: Regular communication, close visual focus, occasional light lifting or file handling. Reasonable accommodations available.
• 4 weeks PTO per year
• Flexible scheduling and hybrid work options
• Up to 6% 401(k) match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage