GM Defense

Support program execution, governance, cross-functional leadership, and customer interface for defense vehicle and technology programs. | Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of relevant experience, program/project management skills, financial discipline, and cross-functional collaboration. | Job Description Remote/Hybrid - This role is based remotely, but if you live within a 50-mile radius of Austin, Warren, Mountain View or Milford, you are expected to report to that location three times a week, at minimum. About GM Defense GM Defense (GMD) continues a 100-year legacy of designing, validating, and manufacturing vehicles, power, propulsion, and integrated technology solutions in support of defense and other government customers. Within GM Defense, the Integrated Technologies, Power, and Propulsion (ITPP) portfolio supports a broad range of programs that adapt commercial and emerging technologies for demanding tactical, security, mobility, energy, and mission-focused applications. This may include militarized commercial off-the-shelf (MILCOTS) vehicles, advanced propulsion solutions, battery-enabled systems, and alternate technology offerings tailored to customer needs. The Role The Assistant Program Manager supports business and execution outcomes across GM Defense and ITPP programs. These programs may include vehicle platforms, integrated technology solutions, power and propulsion initiatives, customer-specific adaptations of GM commercial products, and selected MILCOTS-related efforts for U.S. and international government customers. This customer-facing role supports the primary Program Manager as the main point of contact for U.S. and international government customers and helps drive scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and team performance. The Assistant Program Manager will: • Primarily support a Program Manager who owns overall program outcomes. • Independently own and execute smaller, lower-risk programs and/or workstreams under the guidance of a more senior Program Manager. The ideal candidate: • Has experience contributing to complex, cross-functional vehicle or defense programs. • Brings strong financial discipline and business acumen, with a developing sense of program P&L ownership. • Is skilled at collaborating with and coordinating high-performing cross-functional teams. • Thrives in ambiguity and demonstrates problem-solving leadership with appropriate guidance and oversight. • Has experience working with GM Truck program teams or similar vehicle platform teams, with an understanding of vehicle content, customer value, and how commercial capabilities can be adapted to unique defense and government mission needs. What You'll do: Program execution and governance • Support end-to-end execution of multiple, simultaneous programs from capture through delivery and sustainment, using GMD’s gated processes. • Assist in defining, developing, and managing product program content for vehicles, including content/feature decisions, change control, and cost/weight/performance trade-offs. • Coordinate vehicle integration (chassis, armor, powertrain, electrical, software, and upfit content) with engineering, ensuring technical feasibility, manufacturability, safety, and in-service performance. • Help maintain program imperatives (scope, schedule, cost, resources, risk, quality) and support establishment and maintenance of standard operating mechanisms (e.g., integrated master schedule, risk register, financial reviews, issue dashboards). • Prepare materials and support the Program Manager in chairing and/or representing programs in internal forums (PET, VPIT, Dev-Val, ECE Ops, gate reviews), ensuring clear decisions, escalations, and accountability for closure. • Independently lead smaller, well-bounded projects or sub-programs, with clear scope, defined risk profile, and guidance from the Program Manager. Cross-functional leadership and decision making • Support the cross-functional Program Execution Team (PET) for assigned GM Defense and ITPP programs, including engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, contracts, finance, sustainment, and business development. • Integrate supporting functional processes (engineering release, sourcing, validation, manufacturing readiness, quality, sustainment) into coherent and executable plans for assigned workstreams and help expand/update processes when needed. • Identify, quantify, and help mitigate program risks and issues, including development and tracking of contingency plans and gap-closure actions with clear owners and dates. • Assist in optimizing and managing program workflows, eliminating waste and improving responsiveness, quality, and predictability. Customer interface and external leadership • Support the Program Manager as a key interface to government and industry partners for programs, participating in day-to-day interactions and formal reviews (e.g., PMRs, IPRs, customer gate reviews). • Prepare content and analysis to represent assigned programs in support of business development and capture activities, including shaping requirements, proposal content, rough order of magnitude estimates, pricing inputs, and execution plans. • Independently represent select smaller programs or workstreams in customer discussions, aligned with guidance from the Program Manager. People leadership and culture • Serve as a role model for GM Behaviors and GM Defense culture within the program team. • Support onboarding, coordination, and day-to-day direction of program coordinators or other support staff as assigned, without formal direct-report responsibility. • Help establish clear expectations, behavioral norms, and performance standards within the program team; provide informal feedback and peer coaching where appropriate. • Foster a culture of safety, compliance (including CUI/ITAR), integrity, and continuous improvement. • Maintain effectiveness in changing environments, technologies, and mission priorities while balancing Government/Customer and GM Defense objectives. Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications): • Bachelor’s degree required. • 5+ years of progressive experience in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, Supply Chain, or other business/operations disciplines or related field. • Candidate must either be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) or a non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required export control authorization. • U.S. citizenship is required to comply with federal government contract provisions expressly restricting this role to U.S. citizens. • Demonstrated experience supporting program or project management of complex, cross-functional initiatives (PMI-certified or equivalent experience is a plus). • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and to influence and align diverse stakeholders. • Experience with system integration (mechanical, electrical, armor/upfit, or systems-level integration) and associated validation/manufacturing challenges is strongly preferred. • Strong business acumen with experience in and understanding of financial tracking during program execution, including budgets, forecasts, and basic profitability management, with keen attention to detail. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation and delivery of materials for executive-level briefings. • Proficient in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Project. What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, or a related technical/business field. • MBA or equivalent advanced degree. • Experience supporting vehicle, defense, technology, power, propulsion, or government customer programs, ideally involving commercial platforms or technologies adapted for mission-specific applications. • Familiarity with special-purpose vehicle programs, integrated technology programs, power and propulsion systems, armored vehicles, MILCOTS offerings, or similar government/commercial hybrid solutions. • Experience with GM or equivalent OEM platform programs, including truck program teams, full-size SUV/truck programs, battery systems, alternate propulsion, or other emerging technology integration. • Familiarity with the defense industry, including DoD acquisition frameworks, business development, portfolio planning, engineering, manufacturing, finance, accounting, purchasing, and supply chain. Compensation: The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position, as well as geography of the selected candidate. • The salary range for this role is $106,600 to $163,400. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. • Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance. • Benefits: • Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more. • Eligibility, after a satisfactory motor vehicle report review, to participate in the GM company vehicle evaluation program, which provides assignment of a GM vehicle to drive and evaluate (participants are required to purchase or lease a qualifying GM vehicle every four years unless an exception applies). U.S. citizenship required pursuant to government contract. #GMD GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). This role is based remotely, but if the selected candidate lives within a specific mile radius of a GM hub, they will be expected to report to the location three times a week {or other frequency dictated by your manager}. The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate. The position is subject to export control restrictions and requires the successful candidate to be either a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee) or a non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required export control authorization. About GM Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all. Why Join Us We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team. Benefits Overview From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources. Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.) General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire. Accommodations General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Lead and manage large-scale, multi-workstream technology and business transformation programs with cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders. | Experienced in program governance, vendor oversight, financial tracking, and executive communication with a PMP certification and bachelor's degree. | Job Description Remote/Hybrid - This role is based remotely, but if you live within a 50-mile radius of Austin, Warren, Mountain View or Milford, you are expected to report to that location three times a week, at minimum. About GM Defense GM Defense (GMD) continues a 100-year legacy of designing, validating, and manufacturing vehicles and equipment in support of defense and other government customers. As part of our growing Lunar efforts, GM is taking our innovation beyond roads and into space, adapting our battery, chassis, and autonomous technologies to help develop vehicles that can significantly expand the range and capabilities of astronauts on the lunar surface. Building on GM’s historic contributions to the Apollo-era Lunar Roving Vehicle and advanced guidance and navigation systems, GM Defense is now working with government and industry partners on next-generation Lunar terrain vehicles for future missions. These vehicles are designed to operate in rugged terrain, extended darkness, and extreme temperatures at the Moon’s poles. GM is developing space-rated battery and mobility technologies that can withstand extreme temperature swings while providing long-term reliability and fault tolerance to help astronauts once again travel safely across the lunar surface. Within this context, our group leads the integration of advanced autonomy, robotics, and vehicle systems to meet the unique needs of Lunar, space, and other advanced defense customers. The Role: GM Defense is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic program leader to own and grow our Lunar portfolio and related advanced programs across current and future mobility, robotics, and other advanced projects, while positioning GM’s commercial EV and advanced technologies for future space and defense applications. This is a strategic, customer-facing people-leader role with responsibility for end-to-end program leadership across concept, capture, contract execution, and delivery and for building and developing a high-performing team. You will serve as the primary point of contact and relationship owner between GM/GMD and key government and industry stakeholders for Lunar and other advanced mobility programs, ensuring clear alignment on mission objectives, technical requirements, and delivery milestones. You will coordinate across internal GM organizations and external industry and mission partners to bring together chassis, autonomy, robotics, and space-rated battery solutions into an integrated Lunar mobility capability. The ideal candidate thrives in highly ambiguous environments, has a strong track record leading complex, cross-functional technical programs, and is eager to help write the next chapter of GM’s role in space exploration. What You’ll Do • Lead portfolio-level planning and execution for GM Defense’s Lunar and other advanced mobility and robotics programs, including current projects and future pursuits. • Serve as the primary Customer-facing program leader for Lunar and related advanced efforts, managing day-to-day interactions, expectations, and long-term relationships with Government and space-related customers. • Own overall program performance (schedule, cost, scope, technical execution, risk) across multiple, simultaneous contracted and pursuit efforts within the Lunar and advanced projects portfolio. • Coordinate closely with Business Creation, Business Development, and Product Development leads to shape and deliver executable proposals for Lunar mobility, robotics, and related opportunities, ensuring technical feasibility, realistic timing, and appropriate resourcing. • Execute awarded Lunar contracts to achieve customer requirements, exceed expectations, and maximize GM Defense profitability while meeting all contractual and regulatory obligations. • Lead the cross-functional program execution team (PET), enabling engineering, autonomy/robotics, battery and mobility systems, manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and other stakeholders to contribute to their full potential. • Integrate work products from cross-functional GM teams into cohesive Lunar and advanced mobility solutions, with clear interfaces, ownership, and decision rights, leveraging GM’s commercial EV and automated driving technologies where appropriate for future Lunar and other advanced projects. • Manage issues and risks through effective decision framing, structured trade-off analysis, and timely escalation and resolution. • Develop and deliver clear, concise program communications via standalone presentations, program reviews, team meetings, and one-on-one discussions with senior leadership and government/industry partners. • Prepare materials for internal gate reviews and external Government/Customer leadership reviews, including technical progress, demonstration/test results, and risk and opportunity profiles. • Integrate supporting functional processes (engineering change management, configuration management, validation and verification, safety, quality) to ensure robust, repeatable execution across Lunar and other advanced programs. • Drive on-time completion of key milestones and contractual obligations. • Build and sustain a high-performing team by directly leading, coaching, and developing team members, establishing clear priorities and goals, and creating behavioral norms and accountability mechanisms aligned to GM’s values. • Maintain effectiveness amid rapidly evolving Lunar mission concepts, technologies, and partnership structures while balancing Government/Customer priorities with GM Defense business objectives. Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications): • Bachelor's Degree • 7+ years of progressive experience in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, Contracting, Supply Chain, or other business, technical, or operations disciplines, or comparable cross functional role • Demonstrated planning, program management, project management or equivalent experience leading cross functional initiatives • Candidate must either be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee) or a non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required export control authorization • U.S. citizenship required to comply with federal government contract provision expressly restricting role to U.S. citizens • Strong business acumen with experience and understanding of financial tracking during program execution, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis • Proven track record leading large, technically complex programs with multiple stakeholders, ideally in highly regulated or mission-critical environments • Excellent ability to deal with ambiguity in a fast-paced environment • Proven track record of developing and driving high-performing teams • Strong framing and communication skills • Organizational agility and managerial courage • Proficient in MS Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Project • Strong business acumen with experience and understanding of financial tracking during program execution with a keen attention to detail What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) • MBA or equivalent degree • Program leadership experience in space, Lunar or planetary surface mobility, autonomy, robotics, or advanced defense/aerospace systems • Familiarity with NASA and/or DoD space-related acquisition frameworks, including experience with contract structures, milestones, and technical review processes • Familiarity with the defense industry, including knowledge of Acquisition frameworks, Business Development, Planning, Portfolio Planning, Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Accounting, Purchasing, and Supply Chain • Knowledge across one or more of the following domains as applied to Lunar or analogous extreme environments: systems engineering, mission/portfolio planning, engineering, manufacturing, finance, accounting, purchasing, and supply chain • Experience managing or coordinating with external partners, subcontractors, or consortiums on complex, multi-organization programs Compensation: The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position, as well as geography of the selected candidate. • The salary range for this role is $134,700 to $207,600. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. • Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance. • Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more. • Eligibility, after a satisfactory motor vehicle report review, to participate in the GM company vehicle evaluation program, which provides assignment of a GM vehicle to drive and evaluate (participants are required to purchase or lease a qualifying GM vehicle every four years unless an exception applies). U.S. citizenship required pursuant to government contract. #GMD GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). This role is based remotely, but if the selected candidate lives within a specific mile radius of a GM hub, they will be expected to report to the location three times a week {or other frequency dictated by your manager}. The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate. The position is subject to export control restrictions and requires the successful candidate to be either a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee) or a non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required export control authorization. About GM Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all. Why Join Us We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team. Benefits Overview From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources. Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.) General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire. Accommodations General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Lead and coordinate complex, multi-workstream technology and business transformation programs with executive communication and governance. | Experienced in leading large, cross-functional programs with financial tracking and stakeholder management, ideally in regulated or mission-critical environments. | Job Description Remote/Hybrid - This role is based remotely, but if you live within a 50-mile radius of Austin, Warren, Mountain View or Milford, you are expected to report to that location three times a week, at minimum. About GM Defense GM Defense (GMD) continues a 100-year legacy of designing, validating, and manufacturing vehicles and equipment in support of defense and other government customers. As part of our growing Lunar efforts, GM is taking our innovation beyond roads and into space, adapting our battery, chassis, and autonomous technologies to help develop vehicles that can significantly expand the range and capabilities of astronauts on the lunar surface. Building on GM’s historic contributions to the Apollo-era Lunar Roving Vehicle and advanced guidance and navigation systems, GM Defense is now working with government and industry partners on next-generation Lunar terrain vehicles for future missions. These vehicles are designed to operate in rugged terrain, extended darkness, and extreme temperatures at the Moon’s poles. GM is developing space-rated battery and mobility technologies that can withstand extreme temperature swings while providing long-term reliability and fault tolerance to help astronauts once again travel safely across the lunar surface. Within this context, our group leads the integration of advanced autonomy, robotics, and vehicle systems to meet the unique needs of Lunar, space, and other advanced defense customers. The Role: GM Defense is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic program leader to own and grow our Lunar portfolio and related advanced programs across current and future mobility, robotics, and other advanced projects, while positioning GM’s commercial EV and advanced technologies for future space and defense applications. This is a strategic, customer-facing people-leader role with responsibility for end-to-end program leadership across concept, capture, contract execution, and delivery and for building and developing a high-performing team. You will serve as the primary point of contact and relationship owner between GM/GMD and key government and industry stakeholders for Lunar and other advanced mobility programs, ensuring clear alignment on mission objectives, technical requirements, and delivery milestones. You will coordinate across internal GM organizations and external industry and mission partners to bring together chassis, autonomy, robotics, and space-rated battery solutions into an integrated Lunar mobility capability. The ideal candidate thrives in highly ambiguous environments, has a strong track record leading complex, cross-functional technical programs, and is eager to help write the next chapter of GM’s role in space exploration. What You’ll Do • Lead portfolio-level planning and execution for GM Defense’s Lunar and other advanced mobility and robotics programs, including current projects and future pursuits. • Serve as the primary Customer-facing program leader for Lunar and related advanced efforts, managing day-to-day interactions, expectations, and long-term relationships with Government and space-related customers. • Own overall program performance (schedule, cost, scope, technical execution, risk) across multiple, simultaneous contracted and pursuit efforts within the Lunar and advanced projects portfolio. • Coordinate closely with Business Creation, Business Development, and Product Development leads to shape and deliver executable proposals for Lunar mobility, robotics, and related opportunities, ensuring technical feasibility, realistic timing, and appropriate resourcing. • Execute awarded Lunar contracts to achieve customer requirements, exceed expectations, and maximize GM Defense profitability while meeting all contractual and regulatory obligations. • Lead the cross-functional program execution team (PET), enabling engineering, autonomy/robotics, battery and mobility systems, manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and other stakeholders to contribute to their full potential. • Integrate work products from cross-functional GM teams into cohesive Lunar and advanced mobility solutions, with clear interfaces, ownership, and decision rights, leveraging GM’s commercial EV and automated driving technologies where appropriate for future Lunar and other advanced projects. • Manage issues and risks through effective decision framing, structured trade-off analysis, and timely escalation and resolution. • Develop and deliver clear, concise program communications via standalone presentations, program reviews, team meetings, and one-on-one discussions with senior leadership and government/industry partners. • Prepare materials for internal gate reviews and external Government/Customer leadership reviews, including technical progress, demonstration/test results, and risk and opportunity profiles. • Integrate supporting functional processes (engineering change management, configuration management, validation and verification, safety, quality) to ensure robust, repeatable execution across Lunar and other advanced programs. • Drive on-time completion of key milestones and contractual obligations. • Build and sustain a high-performing team by directly leading, coaching, and developing team members, establishing clear priorities and goals, and creating behavioral norms and accountability mechanisms aligned to GM’s values. • Maintain effectiveness amid rapidly evolving Lunar mission concepts, technologies, and partnership structures while balancing Government/Customer priorities with GM Defense business objectives. Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications): • Bachelor's Degree • 7+ years of progressive experience in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, Contracting, Supply Chain, or other business, technical, or operations disciplines, or comparable cross functional role • Demonstrated planning, program management, project management or equivalent experience leading cross functional initiatives • Candidate must either be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee) or a non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required export control authorization • U.S. citizenship required to comply with federal government contract provision expressly restricting role to U.S. citizens • Strong business acumen with experience and understanding of financial tracking during program execution, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis • Proven track record leading large, technically complex programs with multiple stakeholders, ideally in highly regulated or mission-critical environments • Excellent ability to deal with ambiguity in a fast-paced environment • Proven track record of developing and driving high-performing teams • Strong framing and communication skills • Organizational agility and managerial courage • Proficient in MS Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Project • Strong business acumen with experience and understanding of financial tracking during program execution with a keen attention to detail What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) • MBA or equivalent degree • Program leadership experience in space, Lunar or planetary surface mobility, autonomy, robotics, or advanced defense/aerospace systems • Familiarity with NASA and/or DoD space-related acquisition frameworks, including experience with contract structures, milestones, and technical review processes • Familiarity with the defense industry, including knowledge of Acquisition frameworks, Business Development, Planning, Portfolio Planning, Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Accounting, Purchasing, and Supply Chain • Knowledge across one or more of the following domains as applied to Lunar or analogous extreme environments: systems engineering, mission/portfolio planning, engineering, manufacturing, finance, accounting, purchasing, and supply chain • Experience managing or coordinating with external partners, subcontractors, or consortiums on complex, multi-organization programs Compensation: The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position, as well as geography of the selected candidate. • The salary range for this role is $134,700 to $207,600. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. • Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance. • Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more. • Eligibility, after a satisfactory motor vehicle report review, to participate in the GM company vehicle evaluation program, which provides assignment of a GM vehicle to drive and evaluate (participants are required to purchase or lease a qualifying GM vehicle every four years unless an exception applies). U.S. citizenship required pursuant to government contract. #GMD GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). This role is based remotely, but if the selected candidate lives within a specific mile radius of a GM hub, they will be expected to report to the location three times a week {or other frequency dictated by your manager}. The selected candidate will be required to travel <25% for this role. This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate. The position is subject to export control restrictions and requires the successful candidate to be either a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee) or a non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required export control authorization. About GM Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all. Why Join Us We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team. Benefits Overview From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources. Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.) General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire. Accommodations General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Support planning, coordination, and execution of program activities including schedule management, risk tracking, and contract deliverables. | Bachelor's degree with 5+ years experience in project coordination or related roles, strong scheduling and analytical skills, and effective communication. | Job Description Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Global Technical Center in Warren, Michigan three times per week, at minimum, or other frequency dictated by the business with periodic travel to Concord, NC and customer locations. About GM Defense: GM Defense is driving the future of military mobility by leveraging the best-in-class capabilities of General Motors for unmatched innovation, proven performance and breakthrough life-cycle economics! We deliver reliable, affordable, and innovative products across a full spectrum of capabilities – integrated vehicles, power and propulsion, autonomy, mobility, and security! GM Defense is seeking a highly motivated, dynamic individual looking for an opportunity that will allow them to showcase their talents and have an impact in a strategic growth area. Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and demonstrates problem-solving leadership with limited oversight! The Role: The Assistant Program Manager – Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV) Program Development supports the planning, coordination, and day-to-day execution of ISV program activities across contracts, engineering, manufacturing, and sustainment. This role is responsible for developing and managing the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) as a contract deliverable, creating and tracking risks and opportunities tied to materiel, manufacturing, and process costs, supporting execution of the Program Content Change Request (PCCR) process, and submitting contract deliverables to customers. This position helps ensure data accuracy, schedule integrity, and disciplined program execution in support of the Program Manager and the broader ISV leadership team. What You’ll Do: Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) Management • Develop, maintain, and baseline the Integrated Master Schedule for assigned ISV contracts and work directives in alignment with contractual requirements and internal standards • Break down contract scope into logically linked tasks, milestones, and dependencies, ensuring alignment with the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and cost charging structures • Perform regular schedule status updates, including progress, dates, and logic, and validate inputs from functional owners to ensure the IMS reflects current plans and approved changes • Prepare IMS deliverables and schedule reports for customer submittals, internal reviews, and senior leadership briefings Risk and Opportunity Management • Coordinate identification, documentation, and tracking of risks and opportunities related to materiel, manufacturing, and process costs across the ISV portfolio • Facilitate working sessions with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and IPS to capture new items, assess impact and likelihood, and define mitigation or exploitation actions • Maintain the risk and opportunity register with clear ownership, due dates, and status updates • Support regular risk and opportunity reviews and reporting to ISV leadership and customers • Link risks and opportunities to IMS activities and cost elements so impacts are visible in both schedule and financial performance views Program Content Change Request (PCCR) Support • Support end-to-end execution of the PCCR process for ISV Integration, from intake and scoping through approval and implementation • Coordinate with Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Manufacturing, and IPS to gather requirements, technical content, and cost and schedule impacts needed to evaluate each PCCR • Ensure approved PCCR decisions are reflected in the IMS, risk and opportunity register, cost structures, and other affected program artifacts • Maintain PCCR logs, status dashboards, and supporting documentation to provide a clear audit trail and timely stakeholder communication Program Integration and Reporting • Assist the Program Manager in preparing and maintaining dashboards, one-pagers, and recurring reports that connect scope, schedule, risk, and cost across the ISV portfolio • Coordinate inputs for internal and external reviews, including Army Program Management Reviews, technical reviews, and internal operating reviews related to schedule, risk and opportunity status, and change content • Support compilation, coordination, quality checks, and on-time submission of contract deliverables to customers, including required schedule, reporting, and supporting data packages • Help drive consistency of data and messaging across CDRLs, IMS deliverables, risk reports, PCCR documentation, and customer-facing contract deliverables Process Discipline and Continuous Improvement • Execute and help refine standard operating procedures for IMS maintenance, risk and opportunity management, and PCCR handling within the ISV Integration team • Identify recurring issues, data quality gaps, and process inefficiencies, and support implementation of improvements such as templates, checklists, simple automation, and tool enhancements • Support training and onboarding of new team members on schedule, risk, and PCCR processes and tools Your Skills And Abilities (Required Qualifications) • Bachelor’s degree required • 5+ years of experience in project or program coordination, scheduling, business operations, or a related role within automotive, aerospace, defense, or other complex product environments • Hands-on experience with project scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or equivalent, along with strong Excel and PowerPoint skills • Basic understanding of program management disciplines, including WBS, schedule logic, risk and issue management, and change control • Strong analytical and organizational skills with close attention to detail and data integrity • Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and summarize complex topics clearly • Candidate must either be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee) or a non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required export control authorization. • U.S. citizenship required to comply with federal government contract provision expressly restricting role to U.S. citizens What Will Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualification) • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Systems Management, or a related field • Experience supporting U.S. Department of Defense or other government programs, including exposure to CDRLs, IMS expectations, or formal risk management practices • Familiarity with MIL-STD-881, WBS structures, or similar standards for structuring work on defense programs • Experience with risk and opportunity management frameworks and related tools, including databases, dashboards, or trackers • Exposure to change management processes such as ECR/ECO, PCCR, or contract modifications in a program or engineering environment #GMD GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. 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