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Aftermarket Product Manager
Description
We’re more than aviation experts, we’re pioneers. We challenge what’s possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you. Aftermarket Product Manager
This position supports the development of aftermarket aircraft products at Aeronautical Accessories from concept to launch, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure technical, regulatory, and market alignment. It involves strategic planning, business case creation, market analysis, and lifecycle management to deliver certified, customer-focused solutions that drive growth in the aviation aftermarket. What you’ll be doing as a Aftermarket Product Manager
- Lead and manage the development process for new aftermarket aircraft products from concept to launch.
- Host New Product Development Monthly meetings.
- Compose business cases - manage input of NRE from engineering and market data from sales, estimate manufacturing cost
- Maintain NP concepts through the approval process until active project is initiated by Engineering
- Work closely with engineering, marketing, sales, finance, and regulatory teams to ensure seamless product development and launch.
- Participate in design reviews and obtain/provide manufacturing inputs.
- Conduct or coordinate technical market analysis to identify trends, customer needs, competitive products, product roadmaps & IR&D priorities.
- Conduct periodic Market Segment Strategic Gap Analysis.
- Monitor the design, testing, and certification of new products, ensuring they meet industry standards, customer expectations, and business case assumptions (schedule, cost, & sales).
- Manage the First Article through manufacturing and conformity process.
- Formulate short- & long-term product strategies to include product lifecycle management (new, sustaining, and ending).
- Analyze product performance (volume, margin, pricing).
- Manage/monitor pending obsolescence’s that could impact our customers.
- Identify gaps that can be filled by new products.
- Provide regular updates to senior management on project status, milestones, and any potential issues.
- Annual review of previous business cases to measure performance to targets and expectations.
- Travel 10% of the time
- Other duties as assigned
Skills you bring to this role
- Customer-Centric Mindset:Ability to identify and anticipate market opportunities and needs for customers.
- Proactive Approach:A proactive individual with a strong drive for results.
- Collaboration:Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams to execute improvement projects.
- Communication Skills:Strong ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors, and to prepare and present reports to senior management.
Qualifications
What you need to be successful
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, aerospace engineering, or equivalent related experience
- 10 years of professional experience in aerospace product development or equivalent related
- Working knowledge of aviation/manufacturing operations with in depth knowledge of aftermarket products
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and continuous improvement software/tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in engineering or aftermarket sales
- Familiarity with rotorcraft products or aviation industry experience
- Familiarity with FAA regulations
- Six Sigma: Green Belt Certified
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs., and to team lift up to 50 lbs.Ability to perform prolonged kneeling, squatting, sitting, crawling, and climbing stairs, ladders and work standsAbility to stand for extended periods during the entire duration of shiftExcellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for handling small components and toolsFlexibility to bend, stoop, and crouch as required for tasksGood vision, including the ability to focus on small details and identify defectsAbility to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding progress and potential issues
What We Offer You In Return
- You’ll be off every other Friday with our 9/80 work schedule
- 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
- 120 hours Vacation time
- 12-13 paid holidays per year
- 6 weeks parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive health insurance
- On-site Bell Piney Flats fitness center
- Access to Employee Resource Groups
- And so much more
It’s time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let’s make history together.
We are on a journey to amplify innovation, cultivate purpose and bridge experiences by fostering a culture that is driven by unique perspectives, voices and values.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)., Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information. , The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-Piney Flats
Job Function: Program Management
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Relocation: Unavailable
Job Posting: 09/09/2025, 11:38:26 AM
Job Number: 336003
