Sr Product Manager

ECS Tech Inc•Fairfax, VA

35d•Onsite

About The Position

ECS is seeking a Sr Product Manager to work in our Fairfax, VA office. About ECS ECS is a leading provider of advanced technology solutions in cloud, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), data analytics, and enterprise transformation. As a segment of ASGN (NYSE: ASGN), we deliver mission-critical solutions to federal civilian, defense, intelligence, and commercial clients. With over 3,800 employees, ECS has been recognized as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post for six consecutive years. Our core values—Excellence, Drive, Grit, and Community—define who we are and how we serve our customers' most critical missions. About the Technology & Innovation Team The Technology & Innovation Team at ECS is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge AI-powered solutions and next-generation technology products that solve complex challenges for our federal and commercial customers. We operate in a fast-paced, agile environment where innovation meets mission impact. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Product Manager to join our Technology & Innovation Team. This role will drive the strategy, development, and delivery of both AI and non-AI based products that create measurable business value and advance our customers' missions. The ideal candidate will bridge business strategy and technical execution, translating customer needs into product roadmaps while working collaboratively with cross-functional teams including engineering, design, sales, and executive leadership.

Requirements

Business & Value Focus: Demonstrated ability to prioritize business outcomes and value delivery over technical implementation details; proven track record of translating business needs into effective product strategy
Technical Literacy: Strong technical acumen with ability to engage meaningfully with engineering teams, though deep technical implementation expertise is not required
AI Expertise: Active user of AI tools with genuine excitement about AI technology; hands-on experience essential for credibility and informed decision-making in AI product development
Agile/Lean Methodologies: Proven experience applying Agile and Lean principles in product development environments
Product Development Framework: Deep understanding of stage-gated product development
5+ years of product management or technical product management experience
Demonstrated success launching and scaling technology products
Strong experience with customer discovery and user research methodologies
Proven ability to conduct market research and competitive analysis
Experience with prompt engineering and context engineering for generative AI applications
Track record of working with cross-functional teams in complex organizational environments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence at all organizational levels

Responsibilities

Define and articulate product vision, strategy, and roadmaps aligned with business objectives and market opportunities
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities
Develop compelling business cases that demonstrate clear value propositions and ROI
Translate complex customer problems into actionable product requirements and success metrics
Lead products through the complete development lifecycle from ideation to launch and beyond
Apply Agile/Lean methodologies to drive iterative product development with cross-functional teams
Make data-driven decisions on feature prioritization, trade-offs, and resource allocation
Engage directly with users and customers to gather feedback, validate assumptions, and refine product direction
Align product initiatives with account teams and strategic sales objectives
Conduct customer demos and facilitate feedback sessions throughout the product lifecycle
Serve as the voice of the customer within the organization
Work closely with engineering teams to ensure technical feasibility and architectural soundness
Understand technical constraints and opportunities to inform product decisions
Review technical designs and provide product perspective on implementation approaches
Stay current with emerging technologies and assess their applicability to product initiatives
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and success metrics
Manage product backlogs and sprint planning in collaboration with development teams
Create and maintain product documentation, user stories, and acceptance criteria
Communicate product progress, challenges, and pivots to leadership and stakeholders