Senior Product Manager - Deicers

About Oshkosh Aero Tech, an Oshkosh company

Oshkosh Aero Tech is a leading provider of aviation ground support products, gate equipment and airport services to commercial airlines, airports, air-freight carriers, ground handling and military customers. Oshkosh Aero Tech offers products that make a difference in people’s lives by supporting those in our communities who do some of the toughest work. They own many of the most trusted brands in the air transportation industry, including LEKTRO, Jet Aire, Jet Power, Amp TekÔ, Jetway, and more.

The Product Manager leads through influence by creating a hub of communication across functions, aligning stakeholders, and delivering results against our One Aero Tech, One Strategy plan. This role is highly diverse and requires an agile contributor to execute against the Aero Tech strategy by maximizing the success of new product and project initiatives.

This role will have direct ownership of Aero Tech’s de-icing product line, a critical and highly complex segment of airport ground support equipment

Drive the continued evolution of this long-standing product portfolio with a focus on modernization, automation, and user experience

Integrate customer insights, competitive intelligence, and market data to advance capabilities in connectivity, efficiency, and data-driven performance

Support next-generation development initiatives, including new platforms and technology enhancements within the de-icing space

Contribute directly to Aero Tech’s moonshot of intelligent, automated, and electric solutions that transform airport operations YOUR IMPACT These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned

Own the product roadmap for the de-icing portfolio and ensure alignment with Aero Tech’s strategic initiatives and Multi-Generation Product Plans (MGPP)
Lead active development initiatives, including:

New de-icer platform for the narrow-body aircraft segment

Turret design improvementsPLC system enhancements

Over-the-air update capabilities

Act as the voice of the customer, translating airline and ground handler needs into clear, actionable product requirements

Serve as Aero Tech’s internal and external product expert for de-icing solutions

Drive improvements in propylene glycol (prop mix) measurement, reporting accuracy, and overall operational efficiency

Identify and advance automation opportunities to reduce operator dependency and improve precision and cost control

Leverage product data and usage insights to enhance customer value, including billing accuracy and operational optimization

Ensure product launches through gate review deliverables, go-to-market planning, and cross-functional execution

Lead cross-functional coordination for product safety and quality issues, ensuring containment and resolution with Engineering, Service, and Quality teams

Ensure compliance with national and international standards, safety requirements, and quality objectives

Support Sales and Marketing through customer visits, technical presentations, and trade event participation

Provide guidance on pricing and positioning based on competitive dynamics and customer value within the de-icing market

Monitor product performance including margin, market share, and competitiveness, and recommend actions to drive growth

Champion innovation in electrification, connectivity, automation, and data-driven capabilities

Partner closely with Engineering to ensure strong collaboration while maintaining product ownership and strategic direction

Collaborate across product lines to ensure consistency in Aero Tech’s value proposition and customer experience

Engage with suppliers, industry groups, and partners to identify new technologies and opportunities MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field.

A minimum of eight (8) years of related experience

Demonstrated leadership experience with successful product launches and lifecycle management

Strong analytical, financial, and communication skills

Ability to travel up to 30% based on business needs STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS Direct experience in the de-icing industry, including:

Managing de-icing fleets

Designing…