Description:
As Product Manager for Maritime, you own the development of STARK’s software-defined maritime capabilities and complex sensor suites. You will direct the integration of these systems by driving high-tempo collaboration with System Engineering, Project Delivery, and Operations teams. Your mission is to translate tactical operational requirements into dominant, mass-scalable platforms that ensure NATO maritime superiority.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own the end-to-end development of software-defined maritime capabilities and mission-critical sensor suites.
- Direct the integration of advanced sensors and autonomous software by leading collaboration across System Engineering, Project Delivery, and Operations teams.
- Drive product testing strategies—including Software-in-the-Loop (SITL), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HITL), and full hardware/software integrations—in lockstep with System Engineering, Project Delivery, and Operations teams.
- Lead strategic market analysis to identify and capture platform opportunities for NATO allied forces.
- Manage the complete product lifecycle from prototype to deployment and customer acceptance.
- Enforce rigorous safety and compliance standards across the maritime product portfolio.
- Communicate product vision and strategic milestones to internal stakeholders and external defence partners.
WHAT YOU BRING
Required
- Technical degree (e.g. Maritime/Systems Engineering, CS) or equivalent experience.
- Experience in product management delivering complex maritime/defence systems.
- Understanding of maritime operations and sensor integration.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and navigate regulatory requirements.
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain a UK security clearance.
Nice to Have
- Experience with naval projects or autonomous/robotic platforms.
- Background in defence-tech or rapid-growth aerospace.
- Experience working in a V-model while maintaining agile development pace.