Product Manager

Join Kongsberg Discovery as Product Manager!

Are you ready to make real impact within underwater defence technology? Join the Uncrewed Platforms division in Kongsberg Discovery as a Product Manager for underwater drones for military applications. Kongsberg Discovery is a global leader in marine drone technology, offering cutting-edge and dependable solutions. In the Uncrewed Platforms division, we specialize in designing, manufacturing, and distributing uncrewed and robotic systems ranging from autonomous underwater vehicles (AUV) that can navigate the oceans from the surface and down to 6000 meters below, uncrewed surface vessels (USV) that operate without crew for weeks at a time, as well as specialized, self-contained integrated systems.

Your Role And Responsibilities

As a Product Manager you will take responsibility for parts of our product portfolio, overseeing a line of products from inception to end-of-life. You will act as the vital link between customers, sales, engineering, and production, spearheading product development and continuous improvement. Your responsibilities include:

• Design, develop, and deploy next generation underwater drone systems for naval applications, leading the product strategy and roadmap development.
• Cultivate strong relationships with a select group of governmental customers to support long-term use of the product.
• Gather and translate stakeholder, business, and user requirements into actionable plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of drone technology.
• Manage the product line life cycle.
• Stay abreast of the latest advances in underwater drone technology and defence industry trends.
• Develop expertise in export control and the management of naval defence products.
  
  

You will work collaboratively with Product Advisors, other Product Managers, technical experts, development teams, our sales force, and production teams. This position requires some travel, e.g., to customer visits and trade shows. You might occasionally join our operators and customers in the field on trials and demonstrations.

Key Qualifications

• Proven experience in underwater operations, preferably within the navy or naval industry.
• Strong technical background in drone technology, robotics, or related fields.
• Experience with technical systems for underwater naval applications is highly desirable.
• Experience from product management or technical management, particularly in industries that integrate mechanical elements with electronics and software, is advantageous.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills; Norwegian language skills are advantageous.
• Proficiency in product management IT tools, or an eagerness to learn such tools.
  
  

We are looking for a person who can identify with the KONGSBERG values: Determined – Innovative – Collaborative – Reliable.

This employment will require security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority. You may start work with limited accesses while clearance is processed. Currently holding, or having previously held, a security clearance will count as an advantage for this position. For more information, visit www.nsm.no.

Why join us?

• Be part of a pioneering team at the forefront of underwater drone technology.
• Get the autonomy and independence to shape product outcomes.
• Flexible working hours, hybrid work options, and holiday arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional development in an international and collaborative environment.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  
  

If you are ready to take on this challenge and make significant impact in this industry, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you fit this role.

Work location

Horten, other KD locations may be considered

Point of contact

Sigurd Fjerdingen, VP Products, tel: +47 93 05 93 57, e-mail: [email protected]

Per Espen Hagen, Product Line Manager Long Range AUV, tel.: +47 91 88 00 44, e-mail: [email protected]

Kongsberg Discovery is responsible for product and technology development, supply chain operations, and project delivery for KONGSBERG's subsea and marine surface sensors, hydroacoustic positioning, sonar & mapping systems, robotic vessels, and communications systems. Through its comprehensive portfolio of offerings, Kongsberg Discovery continues to be recognized as a world leader in its core markets all over the world. We have a strong history and track record of delivering world-class products and services to customers across the globe. There is a firm focus on developing advanced technological and autonomous systems that optimize operations at sea while simultaneously reducing the environmental impact our solutions are key in transforming the maritime sector for a more sustainable future.

KONGSBERG is a leading global technology group. Throughout our proud two-hundred-year history, we have continuously advanced, applying innovative solutions to the needs of our customers, partners, and society at large. We believe diversity is our strength. By fostering an inclusive and diverse culture we nurture and ensure space for different perspectives and ideas. We work determined to mature and improve our ability to utilize our diversity and culture of differences to create positive business results.

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