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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Product Manager to join a growing engineering organisation working on advanced vision and sensing technologies. This role sits within a multidisciplinary engineering environment and is responsible for defining and delivering a product roadmap aligned to business strategy and customer needs.
The portfolio includes a range of hardware and software solutions, such as video management systems, tracking workstations, sensors, embedded processing platforms, and advanced algorithms.
Reporting to the Engineering Director, you will take ownership of the product roadmap, working closely with engineering, business development, and customers to shape future product direction and ensure successful delivery across the full lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Capture and define customer, market, and internal stakeholder requirements
Develop concept solutions in collaboration with technical teams
Create and maintain the product roadmap, aligned to strategic objectives
Ensure alignment between product strategy and wider business and portfolio requirements
Work closely with integrated project teams to guide product development and support activities
Lead the identification and evaluation of new and emerging technologies
Support marketing and business development activities across the product portfolio
Contribute to bids and proposals, including acting as a lead technical reviewer
Develop plans, estimates, and work packages for internal R&D initiatives
Oversee delivery of the roadmap across both internally and externally funded programmes
Support design and project reviews, ensuring alignment with product strategy and requirements
Provide technical input across the organisation in areas of expertise
Ensure effective knowledge sharing and product alignment across teams
Essential Skills & Experience
Proven experience working with or leading multidisciplinary engineering teams
Strong understanding of defence or high-assurance technology environments
Experience engaging with customers, stakeholders, and business development teams
Background in bid preparation, proposals, and project planning
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong understanding of image processing systems and associated hardware
Practical knowledge of sensor technologies (e.g. cameras, radar, laser systems)
Experience in research and development environments
Good understanding of systems engineering and product lifecycle management
Familiarity with configuration and change management processes
Desirable Experience
Experience developing and delivering product roadmaps
Track record of successful product launches from concept through to delivery
Deeper expertise in optical systems and image processing techniques
Knowledge of advanced vision-based technologies and architectures
What’s on Offer
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
37.5-hour working week with early finish on Fridays
28 days annual leave plus Christmas closure
Option to purchase additional holiday
Competitive pension with employer contributions
Private medical insurance and income protection
Life assurance and employee assistance programme
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Access to wellbeing initiatives and support services
Discounts and employee reward platform
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Regular social and team activities
Additional Information
Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance and demonstrate the right to work in the UK, including relevant residency requirements.
This is a high-impact role offering the chance to shape the future of advanced vision-based products in a technically complex and innovative environment. You will play a key role in bridging engineering, strategy, and customer needs, helping to deliver cutting-edge solutions in a rapidly evolving sector.
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