TheIncLab
Overview
TheIncLab engineers and delivers intelligent digital applications and platforms that revolutionize how our customers and mission-critical teams achieve success. We are where innovation meets purpose; and where your career can meet purpose as well. We are looking for a
Product Owner
that has experience working with the U.S. Air Force, Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC), or related Department of Defense components. If this is you, we encourage you to apply and take the first step in joining our dynamic and impactful company. Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept
As a
Product Owner , you will be instrumental in shaping the vision and execution of innovative, human-centered products developed in fast-paced, agile environments. You will act as the key liaison between internal teams, stakeholders, and users—owning the product backlog and ensuring continuous alignment with mission priorities and strategic objectives. This position requires experience working with the U.S. Air Force, Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC), or related Department of Defense components, and an understanding of military workflows, terminology, and acquisition processes. You will apply your domain expertise to influence product decisions that support mission-critical capabilities, particularly within aviation, command and control, or Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) environments. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver intuitive, high-impact software that meets both user needs and operational requirements. What will you do?
Define and communicate the product vision and goals to stakeholders and team members Develop and maintain the product backlog, prioritizing features based on business value and user needs Collaborate with UX researchers and designers to gather user insights and translate them into actionable requirements Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring alignment between business needs and technical capabilities Facilitate sprint planning, backlog grooming, and other agile ceremonies to ensure effective team collaboration Work closely with the development team to clarify requirements and address questions throughout the development process Monitor and measure product performance, using data-driven insights to inform backlog prioritization Communicate progress, risks, and updates to stakeholders and leadership Ensure product deliverables meet quality standards and user expectations Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices to inform product strategy and innovation Leverage familiarity with aviation or DoD-related workflows, processes, or systems to inform product development Work closely with the development team to deliver assets needed for implementation Complete tasks within budgeted time and work with management to escalate any project and/or task issues Be resourceful with the ability to learn and adapt quickly to project issues, changes, or updates Requirements
A bachelor\'s degree in Product Design, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or equivalent practical experience 3+ years of Product Development experience or equivalent experience Proven experience working on Department of Defense (DoD) software projects, especially within USAF or AFSOC communities Demonstrated ability to translate requirements into design-ready feature sets Demonstrated experience in designing and developing a variety of platforms (desktop, mobile, web) Demonstrated experience working in product teams Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills Knowledge of design in web development (HTML, CSS3, JavaScript, React) is a plus Familiarity with agile methodologies and tools such as Jira or Confluence Ability to travel up to 30% depending on company and customer needs This is a hybrid position and currently requires three days in office (Tuesday to Thursday) at one of our facilities in Tampa, FL; Nashville, TN; or McLean, VA Clearance Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and willing and eligible to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance at the Secret or Top-Secret level. Existing clearance is preferred Benefits
Hybrid and flexible work schedules Professional development programs Training and certification reimbursement Extended and floating holiday schedule Paid time off and Paid volunteer time Health and Wellness Benefits include options for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance along with access to Wellness, Mental Health, and Employee Assistance Programs 100% Company Paid Benefits that include STD, LTD, and Basic Life insurance 401(k) Plan Options with employer matching Incentive bonuses for eligible clearances, performance, and employee referrals A company culture that values your individual strengths, career goals, and contributions to the team About TheIncLab
Founded in 2015, TheIncLab ("TIL") is the first human-centered artificial intelligence (AI+X) lab. We engineer complex, integrated solutions that combine cutting-edge AI technologies with emerging systems-of-systems to solve some of the most difficult challenges in the defense and aerospace industries. Our work spans diverse technological landscapes, from rapid ideation and prototyping to deployment. We foster a culture of relentless optimism, collaboration, and perseverance.
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TheIncLab engineers and delivers intelligent digital applications and platforms that revolutionize how our customers and mission-critical teams achieve success. We are where innovation meets purpose; and where your career can meet purpose as well. We are looking for a
Product Owner
that has experience working with the U.S. Air Force, Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC), or related Department of Defense components. If this is you, we encourage you to apply and take the first step in joining our dynamic and impactful company. Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept
As a
Product Owner , you will be instrumental in shaping the vision and execution of innovative, human-centered products developed in fast-paced, agile environments. You will act as the key liaison between internal teams, stakeholders, and users—owning the product backlog and ensuring continuous alignment with mission priorities and strategic objectives. This position requires experience working with the U.S. Air Force, Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC), or related Department of Defense components, and an understanding of military workflows, terminology, and acquisition processes. You will apply your domain expertise to influence product decisions that support mission-critical capabilities, particularly within aviation, command and control, or Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) environments. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver intuitive, high-impact software that meets both user needs and operational requirements. What will you do?
Define and communicate the product vision and goals to stakeholders and team members Develop and maintain the product backlog, prioritizing features based on business value and user needs Collaborate with UX researchers and designers to gather user insights and translate them into actionable requirements Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring alignment between business needs and technical capabilities Facilitate sprint planning, backlog grooming, and other agile ceremonies to ensure effective team collaboration Work closely with the development team to clarify requirements and address questions throughout the development process Monitor and measure product performance, using data-driven insights to inform backlog prioritization Communicate progress, risks, and updates to stakeholders and leadership Ensure product deliverables meet quality standards and user expectations Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices to inform product strategy and innovation Leverage familiarity with aviation or DoD-related workflows, processes, or systems to inform product development Work closely with the development team to deliver assets needed for implementation Complete tasks within budgeted time and work with management to escalate any project and/or task issues Be resourceful with the ability to learn and adapt quickly to project issues, changes, or updates Requirements
A bachelor\'s degree in Product Design, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or equivalent practical experience 3+ years of Product Development experience or equivalent experience Proven experience working on Department of Defense (DoD) software projects, especially within USAF or AFSOC communities Demonstrated ability to translate requirements into design-ready feature sets Demonstrated experience in designing and developing a variety of platforms (desktop, mobile, web) Demonstrated experience working in product teams Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills Knowledge of design in web development (HTML, CSS3, JavaScript, React) is a plus Familiarity with agile methodologies and tools such as Jira or Confluence Ability to travel up to 30% depending on company and customer needs This is a hybrid position and currently requires three days in office (Tuesday to Thursday) at one of our facilities in Tampa, FL; Nashville, TN; or McLean, VA Clearance Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and willing and eligible to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance at the Secret or Top-Secret level. Existing clearance is preferred Benefits
Hybrid and flexible work schedules Professional development programs Training and certification reimbursement Extended and floating holiday schedule Paid time off and Paid volunteer time Health and Wellness Benefits include options for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance along with access to Wellness, Mental Health, and Employee Assistance Programs 100% Company Paid Benefits that include STD, LTD, and Basic Life insurance 401(k) Plan Options with employer matching Incentive bonuses for eligible clearances, performance, and employee referrals A company culture that values your individual strengths, career goals, and contributions to the team About TheIncLab
Founded in 2015, TheIncLab ("TIL") is the first human-centered artificial intelligence (AI+X) lab. We engineer complex, integrated solutions that combine cutting-edge AI technologies with emerging systems-of-systems to solve some of the most difficult challenges in the defense and aerospace industries. Our work spans diverse technological landscapes, from rapid ideation and prototyping to deployment. We foster a culture of relentless optimism, collaboration, and perseverance.
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