GIS Product Manager - Aviation Charting

As a GIS Product Manager - Aviation Charting at Esri, your role involves managing products that support aviation mapping and analytics. You will engage with customers to understand their needs, communicate product roadmaps, and collaborate with development teams to enhance product features based on market demand. Your impact will be felt as you shape how aviation sectors utilize geospatial technology.

For the GIS Product Manager - Aviation Charting role at Esri, a Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field is required. You should have over two years of experience in similar product management roles, preferably within aviation or GIS environments. Strong communication skills and the ability to cultivate relationships will also set you up for success.

Applying for the GIS Product Manager - Aviation Charting role at Esri is simple! Just visit our careers page and submit your application along with your resume. Highlight your relevant experience in GIS or aviation and demonstrate your product management proficiency to attract our attention!

As a GIS Product Manager - Aviation Charting at Esri, you will work on developing and improving products aimed at aviation mapping and analytics. Your projects may include enhancing user features based on feedback, creating presentations for clients, and collaborating with partners to refine our aviation product strategies to better meet market needs.

While Esri promotes a hybrid work model, your role as a GIS Product Manager - Aviation Charting may involve some travel to meet clients and attend conferences. However, your primary base would allow for flexibility, enabling a balance of office and remote work, fitting your needs and preferences.

When prioritizing product features for a GIS product like Aviation Charting, I assess customer needs, market trends, and feasibility. I use stakeholder input to rank features by potential impact, ensuring alignment with our strategic goals. This collaborative approach ultimately leads to a more user-focused product.

Certainly! In my previous role, I led the launch of a GIS product tailored for urban planning. I coordinated with marketing and support teams, developed training materials, and organized user feedback sessions post-launch to refine the product further based on real user experiences.

I utilize various strategies to gather customer requirements, such as conducting interviews, running surveys, and having collaborative workshops. Through these methods, I can collect qualitative insights that align the product roadmap with genuine customer needs, ensuring we deliver real value.

When faced with conflicting priorities, I listen to each stakeholder's perspective and strive to understand their needs. I facilitate discussions to identify common grounds and business goals, which often helps us reach a consensus. Transparency and open communication are key in these situations.

In one instance, I identified a growing trend in aviation data visualization needs among key clients. I presented my findings to leadership, backing them up with market research. This influence led our team to pivot our product direction, focusing on enhancing those features, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.

I focus on various metrics to measure product success, such as user engagement statistics, customer feedback, and feature adoption rates. Analyzing these metrics allows me to make informed decisions about future product enhancements and validates whether the product meets its intended goals.

I stay current by subscribing to industry publications, attending relevant conferences, and engaging with professional networks. I also participate in webinars and online courses focused on the latest GIS technologies and aviation advancements, ensuring my knowledge remains up-to-date and relevant.

Collaboration is vital in my product management process. I regularly engage with development, marketing, and customer support teams to ensure everyone's insights inform product development. This cohesive teamwork fosters innovation and keeps everyone aligned on project goals and timelines.

One challenge I faced was managing a sudden shift in customer needs due to regulatory changes in the aviation industry. I responded by quickly gathering our team to adjust our product strategy, implementing new features that aligned with the new regulations while maintaining communication with affected customers.

To communicate product updates effectively, I would use a multi-channel approach, including newsletters, webinars, and direct emails. Tailoring messages for different audiences ensures clarity, while also encouraging feedback and keeping customers informed about the value our updates bring.