Senior Product Manager, Hardware at Red Six Aerospace

Denver, Colorado, United States

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$120,000 – $180,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; BS or higher in a hardware-based engineering discipline strongly preferred
5+ years of product management or technical program management experience in hardware-intensive industries (e.g., AR/VR devices, optical systems, robotics, aerospace, defense, or similar)
Hands-on familiarity with hardware development processes including optics, computing platforms, mechanical assemblies, and system integration
Experience working with cross-disciplinary engineering teams (hardware, firmware, mechanical, and optical)
Proven ability to make technical trade-off decisions across competing constraints of performance, cost, reliability, and manufacturability
Strong collaboration skills with R&D teams, with experience transitioning technologies from lab to product
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills; able to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-complexity environment and make decisions under uncertainty
Must be able to commute or relocate to Louisville, Colorado
Must show proof of US Citizenship (position may require a security clearance)

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the product management team, customers, and cross-functional leaders to define and execute the hardware product roadmap
Partner with R&D teams to evaluate new technologies, build technical capability pipelines, and transition them into productized solutions
Lead trade-off analysis and decision-making across computing platforms, optical stacks, helmet configurations, and mechanical subsystems
Translate complex customer mission needs and operational constraints into precise hardware and firmware requirements
Work closely with Hardware/Firmware Engineering to ensure product requirements are feasible, testable, and aligned with technical standards
Drive productization of prototypes into manufacturable, reliable, and scalable systems
Collaborate with Business Development and Program Management to align hardware deliverables with customer contracts and program milestones
Define and track KPIs for hardware performance, reliability, safety, and user satisfaction
Represent the voice of the customer in highly technical discussions, ensuring that engineering trade-offs reflect mission and user needs
Present product recommendations and updates to leadership and the Product Steering Committee

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Product ManagementHardware EngineeringFirmwareAugmented RealityOptical StacksMechanical AssembliesHelmet SystemsCustom ComputingR&DTrade-off Analysis

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Senior Product Manager, Hardware position?

The salary range is $120K - $180K.

Is this role remote or onsite?

This is an onsite position.

What experience and skills are required for this role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree (BS or higher in hardware-based engineering preferred), 5+ years of product management or technical program management in hardware-intensive industries like AR/VR, aerospace, or defense, and hands-on familiarity with hardware development processes including optics, computing platforms, mechanical assemblies, and system integration.

What teams will I work with in this role?

You will work closely with the VP of Product, Director of Product Management, Business Development, Program Management, Hardware/Firmware Engineering teams, and R&D.

What makes a strong candidate for this Hardware Product Manager role?

Strong candidates have a hardware engineering background, 5+ years in product or technical program management in industries like AR/VR, aerospace, or defense, and hands-on experience with optics, computing platforms, mechanical assemblies, and system integration to handle technical trade-offs and productization.

Red Six Aerospace

Augmented reality for military training solutions

About Red Six Aerospace

Red Six Aerospace specializes in advanced training solutions using augmented reality technology designed for outdoor and dynamic environments. Their products enhance military training by providing realistic and immersive experiences that improve situational awareness and decision-making skills. Unlike many competitors, Red Six focuses specifically on the defense sector, offering tailored tools that meet the unique needs of military clients. The company's goal is to redefine training methods in the military by integrating digital content with real-world scenarios, ensuring that personnel are better prepared for various operational challenges.

Orlando, FloridaHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

$107.8MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

VR & AR, DefenseIndustries

51-200Employees

Risks

Competition from established defense contractors like Boeing threatens market share.

Dependency on large defense contracts poses financial risks if not renewed.

Rapid AR technological advancements could lead to obsolescence without innovation.

Differentiation

Red 6 offers AR technology for outdoor and dynamic military training environments.

Their ATARS system allows real-time interaction with virtual entities during flight.

Red 6's technology reduces the need for live aircraft and instructors in training.

Upsides

Successful RAF demonstration highlights cost-saving benefits of Red 6's AR technology.

Strategic partnerships with Boeing and BAE Systems enhance market acceptance.

$70M Series B funding boosts Red 6's development and scaling capabilities.

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