About the job
A leading regional organization is seeking a talented Product Design Manager to spearhead the development and delivery of passenger-facing products throughout the travel journey. This role focuses on designing everything from aircraft interiors and seating to in-flight amenities and ground service environments like lounges and check-in areas.
You will ensure every design reflects the brand’s identity while enhancing passenger comfort and meeting key business, operational, and sustainability targets.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead the entire design process, from research and ideation to prototyping, testing, and delivery
- Design and develop physical and experiential touchpoints including seating, lighting, cabin layouts, onboard products, and ground facilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Guest Experience, Brand, Engineering, Procurement, and external partners
- Translate customer insights and trends into innovative, passenger-centric design concepts
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure design integrity during production and implementation
- Ensure designs are cost-effective, sustainable, and comply with safety and aviation standards
- Oversee the design approval process with internal and external stakeholders
- Help evolve the brand’s product design language to consistently deliver outstanding experiences
Ideal Candidate:
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Product, or Transportation Design
- 5+ years of experience in product or industrial design (aviation, transportation, automotive, or luxury sectors)
- Strong portfolio demonstrating ergonomic and aesthetic design expertise
- Skilled in 3D modeling and visualization tools
- Experienced in managing multidisciplinary projects
- Deep understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and CMF strategies
- Excellent communicator
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Job Information
Job Reference: JO-2509-356197
Salary: Negotiable
Salary per: annum
Job Duration:
Job Start Date: 20/11/2025
Job Industries: Product Management
Job Locations: UAE- Abu Dhabi
Job Types: Permanent