• Analyze various market segments and collaborate with leadership to choose the best ones to pursue. Participate in the development of the business plan for specific assigned product line(s).
• Participate in company program directive sessions.
• Participate in Marketing Strategy & Product Line Forecast sessions and planning.
• Develop 3-year road map for PAC Products to illustrate our vision and plan into the future.
• Analyze and present market problems/issues and provide recommendations for market opportunities.
• Define market size/scope.
• Focus on product development and definition.
• Build programs to support PAC’s roadmap and vision.
• Maintain current status of customer requirements for existing and future products.
• Lead Product Data Strategy and Product Support Strategy sessions.
• Lead Product Lifecycle planning sessions.
• Has authority to make decisions within scope of role and budget. Decisions are guided by established policies, procedures and business plans.
• Continually monitor and negotiates Product Line commitments to ensure smooth implementation (development milestones, introduction rates, offer ability, etc.).

• Develop product road map and strategy.
• Develop new and existing product plans and provide recommendations to End of Line (EOL) products.
• Collaborate with other stakeholders, such as Product Marketing, on the creation of position for your products and identify product interdependencies.

• Lead internal meetings and alignment for specific product line(s).
• Know why we are winning and losing in the market, and drive changes to our product and processes to create improvements. Develop "Win/Loss" analysis at a customer level.
• Prepare final Product Review Board (PRB) package for presentation.
• Communicate product plan to team and executives.
• Lead product/program directive meetings and requirements.
• Lead Airline/Airframe Manufacturer meetings.

Issue Identification/Resolution

• Identify and resolve any issues which may inhibit implementation of the plan and on-time delivery.
• Ensure in-service issues are resolved quickly with a clear escalation process to identify and correct issues involving payments, portals, or other impediments to profitability

The salary range of $112,000 – $188,000 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. The final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives.

What We’re Looking For:

• 4-year degree, preferably in EE or CS. Or 12 years relevant experience, in lieu of a degree.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in Product Management or Marketing (may be reduced with advanced degree).
• Previous experience in the aerospace or related industry, preferred.
• Exposure to IFE or avionics airplane installation projects, airline operations and/or electronics manufacturing, preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Applications (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with suppliers, customers and a diverse range of internal organizations via all methods of communication.
• Strong ability to drive, influence and collaborate across numerous functional areas.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and decision-making abilities.
• Strong creative thinking skillset and can resolve a wide range of issues in imaginative as well as practical ways.
• Strong organization, attention to detail and follow-up skills.
• Demonstrates strong judgement in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Completion of Pragmatic – Foundations Course required
• Completion of Pragmatic - Focus Class required.
• Completion of Pragmatic - Build Class required.
• Completion of Pragmatic - Market Class required.
  Completion Pragmatic - Price Class required.
  Completion of Pragmatic - Launch Class required.

• At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.
• Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked.
• Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
• 401K with 50 match on up to 8 contribution, full vested from day 1.
• Washington residents only are eligible for: Washington’s Family and Medical Leave program and Washington’s Paid Sick Leave program.
• Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.

What We’re Looking For:

• 4-year degree, preferably in EE or CS. Or 12 years relevant experience, in lieu of a degree.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in Product Management or Marketing (may be reduced with advanced degree).
• Previous experience in the aerospace or related industry, preferred.
• Exposure to IFE or avionics airplane installation projects, airline operations and/or electronics manufacturing, preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Applications (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with suppliers, customers and a diverse range of internal organizations via all methods of communication.
• Strong ability to drive, influence and collaborate across numerous functional areas.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and decision-making abilities.
• Strong creative thinking skillset and can resolve a wide range of issues in imaginative as well as practical ways.
• Strong organization, attention to detail and follow-up skills.
• Demonstrates strong judgement in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Completion of Pragmatic – Foundations Course required
• Completion of Pragmatic - Focus Class required.
• Completion of Pragmatic - Build Class required.
• Completion of Pragmatic - Market Class required.
  Completion Pragmatic - Price Class required.
  Completion of Pragmatic - Launch Class required.

• At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.
• Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked.
• Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
• 401K with 50 match on up to 8 contribution, full vested from day 1.
• Washington residents only are eligible for: Washington’s Family and Medical Leave program and Washington’s Paid Sick Leave program.
• Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.