[Remote] Principal Product Manager at Fort Robotics

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Robotics, Industrial Automation, Safety TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have 5-10+ years of experience in product management, systems engineering, or technical program roles within robotics, automation, or safety-critical industries. Experience writing PRDs, use cases, or systems requirements is necessary, along with a strong understanding of functional safety standards like IEC 61508 and ISO 13849. The ideal candidate is self-directed, comfortable with ambiguity, possesses a builder's mindset, and has experience in both large companies and startups.

Responsibilities

The Principal Product Manager will own the product roadmap and PRDs, translating customer needs and strategic vision into executable requirements. This role involves close collaboration with engineering, safety, sales, and leadership teams to define product strategy, conduct customer discovery, and integrate industry standards into development. Responsibilities also include contributing to go-to-market materials, representing the company at industry events, and helping to establish scalable product function processes.

Skills

Product Roadmap

Product Requirements Documents (PRDs)

Customer Discovery

Industrial Automation

Robotics

Safety

Hardware

Software

Human-Machine Interaction

Safety-Critical Systems

Fort Robotics

Wireless safety solutions for autonomous machines

About Fort Robotics

FORT Robotics enhances the safety and security of autonomous machines and robots using advanced wireless technology. Their main product, the Wireless E-Stop, allows operators to remotely stop machines in emergencies, which helps prevent accidents and reduces downtime. This technology is essential as machines become more mobile and autonomous, necessitating effective safety measures. FORT Robotics serves various sectors, including transportation, agriculture, and manufacturing, by providing hardware and software solutions that integrate into existing systems. Unlike competitors, FORT Robotics focuses specifically on wireless safety solutions, helping clients improve productivity while minimizing risks. The company's goal is to ensure safer operations for autonomous machines across multiple industries.

Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

$37MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Robotics & Automation, Industrial & Manufacturing, CybersecurityIndustries

11-50Employees

Benefits

Professional Development Budget

Risks

Emerging startups in robotics safety sector may increase competition for FORT.

Rapid tech advancements could render FORT's solutions obsolete without quick innovation.

Supply chain vulnerabilities in electronic components could delay production timelines.

Differentiation

FORT Robotics offers SIL 3-certified safety systems for autonomous vehicles and heavy machinery.

Their Wireless E-Stop provides remote emergency stop capabilities for machines and robots.

FORT's Nano Safety Controller allows seamless integration of safety tech into existing machines.

Upsides

Increased demand for wireless safety systems boosts FORT's market potential.

$25 million Series B funding supports expansion of FORT's communications platform.

Launch of Endpoint Controller enhances productivity and innovation in robot usage.

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