Principal Product and Program Manager

EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com. Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.

Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.

EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Product and Program Manager in our Hughes Network Systems division. Hughes is a leading provider of satellite products and services that recently announced disruptive in-flight entertainment and connectivity solutions for airlines. Hughes is seeking a dynamic and experienced Principal Program Manager to join the aviation team. This position plays a pivotal role in leading critical programs in the aviation industry and is responsible for ensuring the successful implementation and launch of solutions for Hughes.

If being at the intersection of commercial aviation, the Internet, and satellite communication is exciting to you, Hughes is the perfect place to enhance your career. Launch your new career at Hughes and seize the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in the industry and exceed your potential.

This position can be located at either our Germantown, MD or Lisle, IL offices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate a clear, actionable product vision and strategy for aviation solutions in line with company goals and market needs.
• Own and manage product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives, market trends, and customer feedback.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, conduct market research, and assess competitive products to inform product selection and ensure our offerings remain innovative and competitive.
• Oversee development projects to integrate products seamlessly for installation during the aircraft production process or as retrofit.
• Manage the development, qualification, certification and launch of aviation systems in compliance with industry regulations and standards.
• Manage strong relationships with customers, aircraft manufacturers, vendors, partners, and key stakeholders, providing regular updates and ensuring their needs and expectations are met.
• Identify potential risks in program execution and develop mitigation plans to drive risks to closure.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives to establish best practices within the organization.
• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring cost control and resource allocation
  
  

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of relevant work experience.
• Prior experience in product development, roadmap development, and/or market research
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering, business administration, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of all phases of the aviation product lifecycle, including product research, design, development, testing, certification, production, maintenance and support.
• Prior experience in product development, roadmap development, and/or market research.
• Ability to influence a variety of stakeholders to establish concurrence.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools
• Knowledge of FAA/EASA STC processes.
• Prior experience with linefit and retrofit programs in the aviation industry
  
  

Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.

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Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $110,000.00 - $150,000.00

EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all–from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!

• Financial: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)
• Employee Incentives: Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet
• Health: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  
  

EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. U.S. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.