American Rheinmetall

Lead software development projects for defense vehicles including planning, resource coordination, risk and relationship management, and proposal development. | Requires 10+ years managing complex defense vehicle software projects, knowledge of US DoD processes, PMP and Agile training, ability to obtain security clearance, and relevant technical degree or equivalent experience. | Job Summary: The Software Program Manager is core to product development focusing on the development and maturation of component, subsystem, and vehicle software delivery in support of complex defense products. Working closely with other product and functional leads, this role is responsible for leading a multi-disciplined team to ensure that timely execution of activities support the core engineering design including cost and schedule management, planning, resource coordination, risk management, relationship management, and decision making. The Software Program Manager is responsible for growing American Rheinmetall Vehicles' capability and successfully delivering key program objectives within the US defense market. Essential Functions: • Direct support to XM30 Combat Vehicle Product Manager and other Combat Vehicle Programs. • Manage Combat Vehicle software development projects including internal investment projects. • Lead a team by example, ensuring adherence to all agreed process and operating procedures. • Actively lead program incremental planning and support related Agile team activities • Lead continued development and maturation of ARV Program Management tools and processes. Contribute toward ARV Capture and Proposal teams preform lead role in developing compliant and winning proposals for software development scope • Recruit required personnel and foster an environment of employee retention in cooperation with HR in a timely manner. • Manage relationships with all stakeholders to ensure performance is optimized and be able to manage the political dimensions associated with a high profile program. • Deliver and control a small to medium scale project/projects including overall budget responsibility. Support continuous improvement of processes/efficiencies as well as product portfolio. • Undertake other duties as tasked by the Program Director or his/her delegate. Supervisory Responsibilities: • No immediate; team will be assigned on a project to project basis Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing) • Communicate with and effectively collaborate with internal program and technical colleagues on a daily basis, and with representatives from customer organizations when necessary. • Knowledge of the US DoD process and procedures for vehicle development and procurement. • Familiarity with the US Army TACOM and GVSC. • Ability to present technical / commercial / contractual solutions to clients and internal stakeholders • Must be able to communicate effectively in a variety of settings and be able to assimilate complex instructions easily. Ability to communicate with all levels of management and staff to establish productive relationships. Superior consultation, diplomacy, influencing and negotiating skills is required. Must possess the ability to explain complex concepts in a way that makes sense to someone less knowledgeable about the topic. • Understanding and training in PMP, Agile Software Development, and Systems Engineering • Currently holds or has the ability to obtain US Defense security clearance. • Detailed knowledge of Military Standards and Regulations. • Demonstrable enthusiasm to engage with and support overseas colleagues to ensure all staff have the information and opportunity to perform to the best of their abilities. • Must promote collaboration and facilitate teamwork across the organization and its external service providers. Must be tactful, diplomatic, and work with integrity, honesty, and respect for others. • Must display exceptional listening and analytical skills in order to understand client concerns and needs with the ability to respond promptly and effectively to those needs. • Shall support and encourage performance by motivating individuals and teams to achieve high performance. Will clarify and define the goals and strategies of the organization and successfully communicate this to all. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required to work effectively with the US team, suppliers, customer, and corporate parent staff. • High level of self-motivation and standards with the ability to multi-task; balancing "analysis" with "doing". Must be adaptable and able to prioritize and work under pressure to meet deadlines. Work on own initiative. Education: • BSc in Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Vehicle Technology, Systems Engineering or equivalent work experience. Experience: • Minimum of 10 years' experience in delivering complex projects, preferably in defense vehicle domain from start to serial production. • Experience in working in a multi-national, multi-organizational and corporate environment. • Practical 'hands on' attitude with the ability to operate independently. • Experience in capture, bid contract negotiations, and planning delivery. • Experience with program management tools such as Earned Value Management, DELTEK Suite of Program Management Tools, MS Project, Costpoint, Jira. Background Prerequisites: • Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing. • All employment at ARV is contingent upon the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if the position requires it. Preferred Qualifications: • MSc in Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Vehicle Technology, Systems Engineering. • Ability to speak German; Certificate i.e. IPMA - (Level A, B). • PMP Certified Working Conditions and Physical Demands: With or without reasonable accommodations, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include: • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally. • Ability to support travel of up to 25%. Traveling to Germany and other sites in the US and abroad as required.

Manage manufacturing production activities, lead technology transition from European to US production, and coordinate with partners and internal teams to ensure on-time, quality delivery of military vehicle prototypes. | 10-15 years experience in US DoD prototype production, Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Engineering, knowledge of US DoD vehicle development and procurement processes, and experience managing manufacturing partners. | At American Rheinmetall Vehicles, we believe in satisfied customers and healthy, engaged employees. We listen to our customers and develop transformational technology that delivers necessary military vehicle capabilities to our Warfighters while also providing challenging and fulfilling careers to our employees. We are committed to supporting critical advancements in the United States defense industry, like the U.S. Army’s XM30 Infantry Combat Vehicle (ICV) program, which will replace the Army’s Bradley infantry fighting vehicle with a modernized ICV. Our team has recently won a contract award to advance to Phases 3 and 4 of the program where vehicle design will continue, followed by the prototype build of a small number of vehicles to be tested by the Army. Our solution for the XM30 program, along with our other next-generation tracked and wheeled vehicle systems, empowers and protects the members of our U.S. Armed Forces and ensure their safe return home. In the past two years, we have secured an order intake of about $750 million. We have greatly increased our workforce and are continuing to do so at a rapid pace in order to staff our new facility and support our goals as we continue to grow our business. If you are interested in a meaningful career that directly supports our Warfighters, we encourage you to apply today! EOE, including disability/veterans Job Summary: The Manufacturing Project Manager is a key role within the American Rheinmetall Vehicles (ARV) team focused on ensuring that Rheinmetall products are produced on-time, within budget and exceed the customer’s expectation for quality. The Manufacturing Project Manager will be directly responsible for the management of ARV production related activities and those functions that directly support production such as Supply Chain, Quality, IT, Facilities. In addition, the role will be directly responsible for managing partner production efforts and establishing relationships with manufacturing partners. We are looking for a Manufactuing Project Manager to work for our Troy, MI office. If you have at least 10 years of experience in US DoD Prototype Production, and have a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Engineering or a related field, we invite you to click the Apply button to learn more and share your qualifications with us. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the employment application or for any part of the application process, please contact hr@rheinmetall-arv-us.com. EOE (including Disability/Veterans) Requirements Essential Functions: • Working with partners and teammates to mature ARV’s Combat Vehicle prototype production capability in order to manufacture prototype Combat vehicles • Establish the required relationships in order to transition Rheinmetall production capability from Europe to the US. • Lead the Technology Transition process from European based manufacturing to US based capability in order to position Rheinmetall and ARV as best in class within the US • As a key member of the Rheinmetall team support the development of requirements, plans, and site development for a US Vehicle Center of Excellence • Manage all ARV Manufacturing related activities. • Monitor workloads, review headcount requirements and make staffing level adjustments and/or reallocate resources to ensure that the required resources are available • Develop and maintain department procedures • Work in collaboration with the Engineering team to mature and transition the processes and procedures to ensure ARV designs can be optimally produced • Manage relationships with all stakeholders to ensure performance is optimized • Support and adhere to all company safety and environmental regulations & policies • Initial transition will require European Travel. • Undertake other duties as determined by the Vice President of Operations or his/her delegate Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing) • Proven experience establishing relationships with manufacturing partners and managing manufacturing efforts. • Experience with Prototype Production and the transition to production • Experience working with the US DOD ground vehicle requirements • Working knowledge of US DOD processes and procedures for vehicle development and procurement • Experience working with the US Army TACOM and Ground Vehicle System Center • Detailed knowledge and ability to ensure quality products are produced on-time, and within budget. • Experience leading the manufacturing objectives to ensure on-time delivery, and cost targets. Education: • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Engineering. Experience: • 10-15 years experience Background Prerequisites: • Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing. Preferred Qualifications: • Master's Degree in Business Administration or Engineering Working Conditions and Physical Demands: • With or without reasonable accommodations, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include: • For physical requirements, Rarely: exists, but not on a regular basis • Hazards, tasks, PPE, ergonomic concerns, travel requirements, workspace (close proximity to others) • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally • Travel up to 30% to Slidell, Louisianna Custom Fields