Product Development Manager

Red Cat Holdings is seeking a Product Development Manager to bridge corporate strategy and engineering execution across our subsidiaries. In this role, you will embed within teams at Teal Drones, FlightWave, Blue Ops, Apium, or other units to implement standardized development frameworks, leverage shared resources, and maintain alignment with the Red Cat Integrated Master Schedule.

Responsibilities

• Implement standardized practices and templates (Phase-Gate, NPI, PRDs) by tailoring them to subsidiary engineering sprints.
• Serve as a hands-on advisor to Product Managers at subsidiaries, helping them navigate technical blockers and resource constraints.
• Proactively identify opportunities for shared wins, such as integrating components across subsidiaries to reduce redundant R&D costs.
• Manage mid-level project milestones that feed into the Red Cat Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), ensuring data accuracy and timeline integrity.
• Lead preparation for critical "Phase-Gate" reviews, ensuring subsidiary teams have necessary documentation and validation for executive approval.
• Mentor and delegate tasks to the Associate Product Manager (Global Support) to ensure timely completion of reporting and research.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical, product, or project management field (e.g., Business Administration, Engineering, Manufacturing, Marketing, or Operations). 8-10 years of directly related work experience may substitute for a degree.
• 4–6 years of experience in product management or technical program management, with a focus on hardware-software integration.
• Proven ability to implement complex development lifecycles (Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid) in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to build rapport and drive results with engineering teams across different business units.
• Comfort discussing product requirements, specifications, development planning, UAV/USV components, GCS software, sensor payloads, and vehicle dynamics.
• Advanced experience with Jira, Confluence, and portfolio management software (e.g., Smartsheet or MS Project).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the Unmanned Systems (UAV/USV) or Robotics industry.
• Background in Defense (DoD) or Public Safety technology sectors.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality management standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, stand, and navigate large indoor and outdoor facilities for extended periods.
• Capability to lift, carry, and move materials and equipment weighing up to 25 lbs regularly.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by safety protocols.
• May require climbing ladders, stooping, kneeling, or crouching during inspections or maintenance.
• Regular exposure to facility operations, including noise, dust, temperature fluctuations, and industrial equipment.
• Occasional off-hours or weekend work for emergency responses or projects.
• Frequent use of computers and standard office equipment for documentation and communication.

This position requires a post-offer background check. Candidates with a criminal history will be considered consistent with federal and state law.

This role requires access to ITAR/EAR-controlled technology or data. Proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence is required, and sponsorship for export-restricted work authorization is not available.