Director of Product and Applications

The Opportunity

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for Deep Tech? We are a global leader in the development and manufacturing of cutting-edge IR-based detector technology, and we are looking for a visionary Director of Product and Applications to shape our product strategy and global application engineering. This is a high-impact senior role that blends business acumen with profound technical depth. In this position, you will bridge the gap between market needs and advanced technological development, influencing the future roadmap of an industry pioneer. If you thrive on securing major global Design Wins and leading multidisciplinary expert teams, this is your next career milestone.

Responsibilities

Lead the overarching product strategy and roadmap for all company product lines. Translate market needs, customer requirements, competitive trends, and technological capabilities into development directions and product decisions. Manage the full product lifecycle from ideation to End of Life (EOL). Drive MRD/PRD processes and prioritize development activities in coordination with R&D teams. Define the product Value Proposition, differentiation, and market positioning. Lead Design-In activities with strategic global customers. Manage and mentor Product Management and Application Engineering teams, developing professional methodologies and standards. Strengthen technical Pre-Sale and Post-Sale capabilities to maximize Design Wins. Drive cross-organizational collaboration between R&D, Marketing, Business Units, NPI, and Operations.

Requirements

Education: B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Materials Engineering. Advantage: MBA is a significant advantage. Technical Experience: 5+ years of experience in the technological development of complex systems – Mandatory. Domain Expertise: Experience in EO/IR, sensors, cameras, or electro-optical systems – Significant Advantage. Leadership: Proven experience in managing multidisciplinary teams and leading cross-organizational processes – Mandatory. Product Management: Proven track record in managing complex B2B technological products (Defense, Industrial, or High-Mix Low-Volume). Strategic Skills: Experience in leading product strategy, roadmaps, and MRD/PRD processes. Customer Facing: Experience working with international system integrators and strategic customers. Technical Support: Familiarity with Design-In processes, integration, and technical customer support. Soft Skills: Strategic thinking combined with a hands-on approach, excellent interpersonal communication, and a high sense of ownership.

Additional Information

The position is open to all genders. The role requires obtaining a security clearance. Location: Misgav (near Karmiel).