Product Development Manager - Quantum Signal

Are you looking for an incredible opportunity to manage a flagship robotics simulation software product?  

If yes, keep reading!

About the company:

QS is an applied research and development company that works with clients to build new products and technologies based on state-of-the-art algorithms and software. We build excellent solutions that enable our clients in fields like mobile robotics, surveillance, forensics, consumer products, and entertainment. We are headquartered in Saline, MI, three miles south of Ann Arbor.  Based on the nature of work that we do, U.S. citizenship is required.

QS isn’t just another job; it’s part of an outstanding, rewarding career.  We are here to build great solutions for our clients, and our team and environment supports and rewards creativity, intelligence, and hard work.  We have a fun and relaxed work culture that consists of flexible hours, casual dress code, summer staff BBQs, game nights, lunchtime volleyball, ping pong tournaments, and the opportunity to learn new technologies and work on some really cool projects.  We also offer a competitive salary with potential for bonuses. Our benefits include excellent health and dental insurance, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off, and 401k (all effective on first day of hire). Are you ready for the challenge?  If so, we’re interested in meeting you today!

About the opportunity:

Quantum Signal (QS) is looking for an enthusiastic, expert Product Development Manager (PDM) for one of its flagship robotics simulation software products (ANVEL).  This PDM will be responsible for the oversight, expansion and development of ANVEL products and services. This includes “hands on” leadership of a myriad of ANVEL engineering services and support activities to support a diverse userbase in the public and private sectors.  Essential functions include:

• Manages and participates in ANVEL services activities, including short and long-term support engagements, customized ANVEL-based applications, and similar.  Ensuring services activities are handled efficiently and effectively so as to generate value for the ANVEL userbase and QS as an organization.
• Partners with management, staff, and customers to determine where value can be created using the ANVEL software, works with management to identify potential markets and build business cases, and helps develop strategies to support pursuit of promising areas.
• Develops ANVEL product roadmap(s) and research and development contracts for core software, support contract and long-term business plans in conjunction with engineering team leaders and managers.
• Partner with engineering as needed to develop product offerings necessary to fulfill customer expectations and grow the customer base.
• Develop, implement launch & rollout plan of updated and new ANVEL features and releases.
• Coach and train employees as needed to support quality ANVEL products and services.
• Quantify, track, and report on product and service performance.

About you:

It would be super cool if you had a few of the following qualifications:

• Experience managing technical product teams with demonstrated coaching and mentoring skills.
• BS or higher degree in related field
• Strong product management skills.
• Software development and/or use of engineering simulation tools.
• Mechanical, robotics and software engineering knowledge and background, with special knowledge of engineering software, modeling and simulation, and robotics products preferable. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to establish and leverages partnerships.
• Ability to operate with limited direction and oversight while producing results.
• Willingness to work in a highly cross-functional environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think “out of the box.”
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.

Please Note: US Citizenship is required - thanks!