Associate Product Line Manager Jobs in Orem, UT (NOW HIRING)

Based in Park City, UT, Triumph Geared Solutions is a leading independent aerospace gear and gear box supplier for the commercial and military helicopter and business jet markets and employs approximately 200 employees. The Company's key products and services include power transmission systems, integrated gearbox design and builds, airframe mounted accessor drives (AMAD's), engine mounted accessory drives (EMAD's), rotorcraft transmissions, turboshaft internal gearboxes, emergency power gearboxes, and large complex aero gears for both OE and aftermarket/spares end markets.
Park City, UT lies east of Salt Lake City in the western state of Utah. Framed by the craggy Wasatch Range, it's bordered by the Deer Valley Resort and the huge Park City Mountain Resort, both known for their ski slopes.
Position Summary
The Product Line Director (PLD) is responsible for the strategic direction, profitability, and growth of a defined product line. PLD plays a critical role in customer engagement, innovation strategy, contract compliance, and lifecycle management of aerospace products, ensuring adherence to stringent performance standards while remaining competitive globally. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Sales & Business Development, the PLD leads cross-functional teams to deliver customer value and sustainable business growth.
Responsibilities
Financial Leadership

• Manage the assigned product line end-to-end, ensuring achievement of Bookings, Sales, and EBITDA goals.
• Develop and execute pricing strategies, forecasting, and budgeting to maximize profitability.
• Drive consistent value creation through market-based pricing, profitable new business, and productivity initiatives.

Strategic Planning & Growth

• Define and execute product line strategies resulting in year-over-year growth faster than the underlying market.
• Create and implement new business growth strategies, including Go/No-Go decision processes and resource allocation.
• Prepare and execute comprehensive Annual Business Unit Plans with quarterly/monthly targets.

Team & Cross-Functional Leadership

• Facilitate coordination of a multidisciplinary Product Line Team (PLT) across engineering, manufacturing, sales, and marketing.
• Manage front end-product line budgets, resource planning, and talent development strategies.
• Promote a high-performance, accountability-driven culture with clear goals and empowerment.

Customer Engagement & Market Development

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, industry influencers, and stakeholders.
• Conduct ongoing market research to identify customer needs, track competitor offerings, and monitor industry trends.
• Lead contract reviews and negotiations to secure favorable terms and long-term partnerships.

Product Lifecycle Management

• Oversee the product line from concept through design, development, certification, production, and end-of-life.
• Provide product cost targets and monitor progress against objectives.
• Track product performance metrics and customer satisfaction to guide future development products.
• Governance & Reporting
• Lead Go/No-Go team activities with data-driven business models.
• Develop and present quarterly business reviews to executive management.
• Implement initiatives to continuously improve responsiveness to customer and business needs.

Requirements

• Ownership of product line agenda, priorities, and due dates with the goal of exceeding customer expectations and maximizing value.
• Entrepreneurial, self-starter mindset with a bias for action and urgency.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Solid business acumen and effective communication skills, fostering open and honest dialogue.
• Track new business bookings through structured tools (e.g., Taxi and Takeoff list).
• Maintain Time & Territory plans in collaboration with VP of Sales & Business Development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or related field; MBA preferred.
• Technical degree strongly preferred with familiarity in engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and regulatory standards (e.g., NADCAP, CE, PMP certification).
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in product management, business development, or related roles within aerospace, defense, or industrial manufacturing.
• Experience leading direct reports and cross-functional teams.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and project management skills with proven ability to influence across functions.
• Analytical thinker with ability to interpret market data, customer feedback, and financial reports.
• Ability to travel 30%-35%.

Additional Information
All Positions at Triumph Geared Solutions require access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and other US government security regulations. These laws do not permit access rights to non-US Citizens or to other unauthorized individuals. Therefore, presently all applicants must be US Citizens or US Permanent Residents (*green card holders*) and/or otherwise comply with ITAR requirements for access rights to be considered for a position.
Pursuant to International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"), applicants for SELECT positions will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residence, or U.S. Immigration Status in order to meet the minimum qualifications for those select positions. All inquiries related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with plan options that provide flexibility and choice (including telehealth options)
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Paid parental leave
• Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Disability and life insurance
• Incentives and performance-based rewards
• Exciting growth and development opportunities empowered by our TRIUMPH Transformation and an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and creativity

Work Environment and Physical Demands:
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Our Vision:
As one team, we enable the safety and prosperity of the world.
Our Mission:
We partner with our Customers to TRIUMPH over their hardest aerospace, defense, and industrial challenges to deliver value to our stakeholders.
Our Values:

1. Integrity - Do the right thing for our stakeholders. We value safety, diversity, and respect.
2. Teamwork - Win as One team-one company. Solicit help and assist others.
3. Continuous Improvement - Pursue zero defect quality. Attack problems and relentlessly raise the bar.
4. Innovation - Passion for growing the business. Lead through ingenuity and entrepreneurship.
5. Act with Velocity - Partner, anticipate and communicate. Proactively solve problems.

Code of Conduct:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the TRIUMPH behaviors captured within our core values: Integrity, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, and Act with Velocity. Detailed definitions are below and performance metrics for each behavior can be found on our intranet and is embedded within our Performance Management processes. All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in TRIUMPH's Code of Conduct.
Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS):
Employees are responsible for the Health, Safety, and Welfare of themselves, the environment, and other people. All employees must comply with EHS policy training and instructions, help to maintain a safe and clean working environment, and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the Company. Employees must report any accidents, incidents, and near misses to management. Additionally, employees are expected to notify management of any dangerous or potentially dangerous situations or practices.
Additional Information:
Triumph is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
SELECT US positions require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and the Export administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to be eligible for applicable positions, you must be a US Person under ITAR or eligible for approval for a U.S. Government export license. A US Person is a US Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, refugee or asylee. All inquires related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.
U.S. applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Please contact us if you require assistance in applying for TRIUMPH and we will provide reasonable accommodations via HRDepartment@triumphgroup.com.