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Actalent Product Manager in Plano, Texas
Job Title: Product ManagerJob Description
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Product Line Manager (PLM) to lead the definition, development, and lifecycle management of our satellite communications product portfolio. In this role, you will serve as the nexus between our engineering teams, customers, business development, and executive leadership — translating market needs and customer requirements into winning products and compelling roadmaps. This is a high-visibility, cross-functional leadership role that requires deep technical fluency in satellite systems and the commercial acumen to drive profitable product lines from concept through fielding and sustainment.
Responsibilities
Own and maintain the multi-year product roadmap for assigned satellite communication product lines, including ground terminals, modem platforms, antenna systems, and network management software.
Conduct market analysis, competitor benchmarking, and customer needs assessments to identify gaps and growth opportunities.
Define product vision, positioning, and go-to-market strategy in coordination with Business Development and Sales.
Prioritize roadmap investments based on ROI, strategic alignment, regulatory landscape, and customer demand signals.
Author and maintain Product Requirements Documents (PRDs), system-level specifications, and interface control documents (ICDs).
Partner closely with systems engineering and software development teams to ensure technical feasibility and on-schedule delivery.
Lead trade studies and design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) representing the product voice.
Define acceptance criteria and oversee product validation and verification activities.
Serve as the primary product owner in customer-facing discussions, capability demonstrations, and proposal activities.
Collect and synthesize field feedback, operational lessons learned, and customer enhancement requests into actionable backlog items.
Support business development in shaping opportunities by authoring white papers, capability briefs, and technical volumes.
Represent the product line at industry conferences, trade shows, and government program reviews.
Develop and track product line P&L, including revenue forecasts, cost targets, and margin goals.
Coordinate with program managers to ensure feature delivery aligns with contract milestones and budget constraints.
Manage make-vs-buy decisions and supplier engagement for key subsystems.
Establish and monitor KPIs for product performance, customer satisfaction, and market share.
Manage full product lifecycle from concept to end-of-life, including obsolescence management and technology refresh planning.
Develop and maintain product documentation: user manuals, installation guides, training materials, and release notes.
Coordinate software release management, firmware versioning, and field upgrade processes with engineering.
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline.
7+ years of experience in product management, systems engineering, or program management within the satellite communications, defense electronics, or aerospace industry.
Demonstrated knowledge of satellite communication architectures, including GEO, MEO, and LEO systems, RF link budgets, waveform standards, and ground segment design.
Experience with government and DoD acquisition processes, including FAR/DFARS, ITAR compliance, and export control regulations.
Proven ability to write clear technical specifications, requirements documents, and customer-facing product literature.
Strong executive communication skills with the ability to present to C-suite, government program offices, and technical audiences.
U.S. Secret security clearance, or ability to obtain one.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Master’s degree in Engineering, Business (MBA), or related field.
Experience with electronically scanned arrays (ESA/AESA), flat-panel antenna systems, or multi-band SATCOM terminals.
Familiarity with RCTA/ARINC standards, MIL-STD-461/810, and JITC certification processes.
Proficiency with product lifecycle management (PLM) tools such as Jira, Confluence, or equivalent.
Experience supporting SBIR/STTR programs or Other Transaction Authority (OTA) contract vehicles.
Knowledge of software-defined networking, cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, CMMC), and cloud-based ground systems.
PMP, PMI-ACP, or Pragmatic Institute (AIPMM) certification.
Work Environment
This role involves interfacing with various engineering disciplines and customer interactions, supporting the roadmap of existing and new product lines. The position follows a 9/80 schedule, requiring onsite presence in Plano every day, with flexibility for situational needs. Expect a lot of daily interaction with the team.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Plano, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $175000.00 - $200000.00/yr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Plano,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.