Product Manager

About the Position

Our client is a Ukrainian defense company focused on the development of unmanned aerial systems. The company is currently working on several products at different stages of development and is looking for a Product Manager who will take full ownership of the product direction, coordinate the R&D team, and drive products from concept to real-world implementation.

This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with experience managing technical products, leading cross-functional teams, and operating in hardware, engineering, or defense-related environments.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end product development process.
• Build and maintain product roadmaps and development plans.
• Coordinate the work of engineers and technical specialists.
• Prioritize tasks and manage product backlogs.
• Control project budgets and resource allocation.
• Act as the primary communication point between the team and the owner.
• Remove blockers and improve development efficiency.
• Support planning, testing, and implementation activities.
• Participate in hiring and scaling the R&D team.
• Ensure product progress, deadlines, and deliverables are achieved.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in Product Management, R&D Management, Engineering Management, or similar roles.
• Experience managing complex technical or hardware products.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong project planning and organizational skills.
• Experience managing budgets and resources.
• Ability to make independent decisions and take ownership.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Technical background or experience working closely with engineering teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-changing environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience in UAV, defense, robotics, aviation, or embedded systems.
• Experience with hardware product development.
• Experience in engineering or manufacturing environments.
• Previous involvement in R&D projects.
• Understanding of military or dual-use technologies.

We Offer

• Reservation from the first working day.
• Direct communication with the company owner.
• Opportunity to work on real defense products.
• Long-term growth into leading a larger R&D organization.
• Compensation for relevant training and professional development.
• Fast decision-making environment.
• High level of ownership and autonomy.

About the Company

Our client is a Ukrainian defense company focused on the development of unmanned aerial systems. The company is currently working on several products at different stages of development and is looking for a Product Manager who will take full ownership of the product direction, coordinate the R&D team, and drive products from concept to real-world implementation.