Product Owner

TheIncLab•Hurlburt Field, FL

About The Position

TheIncLab engineers and delivers intelligent digital applications and platforms that revolutionize how our customers and mission-critical teams achieve success. We are where innovation meets purpose; and where your career can meet purpose as well. We are looking for a Product Owner to play a key role in driving the success of our products by acting as the bridge between stakeholders, users, and the development team. We encourage you to apply and take the first step in joining our dynamic and impactful company. Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept As a Product Owner you will play a key role in driving the success of our products by acting as the bridge between stakeholders, users, and the development team. You will be responsible for defining and prioritizing the product backlog, ensuring alignment with the product vision and organizational goals. This role requires a strong understanding of user-centered design (UCD) principles, agile methodologies, and the ability to translate business needs into actionable requirements. The ideal candidate will also bring experience or familiarity with aviation platforms and/or Department of Defense (DoD) projects. Knowledge of DoD processes, acquisition frameworks, and aviation-related domains is a nice-to-have and will be highly valued. By collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will ensure the delivery of products that are innovative, user-focused, and aligned with business objectives.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or equivalent practical experience.
3+ years of Product Development experience or equivalent experience.
Proficient with design tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud (Adobe XD, Illustrator, and Photoshop).
Demonstrated experience in designing and developing for a variety of platforms (desktop, mobile, web).
Demonstrated experience working in product teams.
Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Familiarity with agile methodologies and tools such as Jira or Confluence
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and willing and eligible to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance at the Secret or Top-Secret level. Existing clearance is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of DoD processes, acquisition frameworks, and aviation-related domains is a nice-to-have and will be highly valued.
Knowledge of design in web development (HTML, CSS3, JavaScript, React) is a plus.
Knowledge of 3D tools and workflows such as Blender, C4D, and Maya is a plus.

Responsibilities

Define and communicate the product vision and goals to stakeholders and team members.
Develop and maintain the product backlog, prioritizing features based on business value and user needs.
Collaborate with UX researchers and designers to gather user insights and translate them into actionable requirements.
Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring alignment between business needs and technical capabilities.
Facilitate sprint planning, backlog grooming, and other agile ceremonies to ensure effective team collaboration.
Work closely with the development team to clarify requirements and address questions throughout the development process.
Monitor and measure product performance, using data-driven insights to inform backlog prioritization.
Communicate progress, risks, and updates to stakeholders and leadership.
Ensure product deliverables meet quality standards and user expectations.
Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices to inform product strategy and innovation.
Leverage familiarity with aviation or DoD-related workflows, processes, or systems to inform product development.
Work closely with the development team to deliver assets needed for implementation.
Complete tasks within budgeted time and work with management to escalate any project and/or task issues.
Be resourceful with the ability to learn and adapt quickly to project issues, changes, or updates.
Ability to travel up to 30%.
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Hybrid and flexible work schedules
Professional development programs
Training and certification reimbursement
Extended and floating holiday schedule
Paid time off and Paid volunteer time
Health and Wellness Benefits include options for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance along with access to Wellness, Mental Health, and Employee Assistance Programs.
100% Company Paid Benefits that include STD, LTD, and Basic Life insurance.
401(k) Plan Options with employer matching
Incentive bonuses for eligible clearances, performance, and employee referrals.
A company culture that values your individual strengths, career goals, and contributions to the team.