Radar Digital Product Line (RDPL) Product Owner

RTX•Woburn, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radar Digital Product Line (RDPL) Product Owner leads the delivery of digital radar features and capabilities, ensuring alignment with program goals and customer expectations. The role works with leadership to shape the product roadmap, balances immediate needs with long-term vision, and manages the team backlog so scope and priorities support business objectives. The Product Owner partners with engineering teams to address technical and operational challenges, uses data and feedback to drive continuous improvement, and represents the team in cross-functional discussions to build stakeholder consensus. The role also fosters a high-performing team by coaching and mentoring team members, delegating work, and supporting junior employees’ professional growth. The position is onsite in Woburn, Massachusetts, and requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain an interim U.S. government Secret security clearance before starting.

Requirements

Typically requires a STEM degree and at least 8 years of relevant experience, unless prohibited by local laws or regulations.
Experience with Agile principles, frameworks, and tools, and the ability to adapt them to optimize team performance.
Experience with object-oriented programming languages such as C++ and/or Java.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued Interim Secret security clearance before the start date.
U.S. citizenship, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with radar systems or similar technologies.
Strong coaching and mentoring skills, with the ability to inspire and guide teams.
Exceptional ability to articulate priorities, build consensus, and represent team needs to stakeholders at all levels.
Experience addressing complex challenges with creativity, collaboration, and strategic thinking.
Passion for learning and willingness to engage with technical domains.

Responsibilities

Own delivery of RDPL features and capabilities, aligning team efforts with program goals and customer expectations.
Work with leadership to refine the product roadmap and balance immediate needs with long-term priorities.
Manage and prioritize the team backlog, clarifying scope and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Coach team members, delegate tasks effectively, and support the professional growth of junior staff.
Partner with engineering teams to solve technical and operational challenges with practical, innovative solutions.
Use data and feedback to identify process improvements and product innovation opportunities.
Represent the team in cross-functional discussions, advocate for its needs, and align with broader program priorities.
Build stakeholder consensus and maintain focus on shared goals.