Senior Program Manager

American Rheinmetall Vehicles • Auburn Hills, MI • 2h ago

American Rheinmetall (AR) is a leader in the design, development, and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles, vehicle systems, and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products, rubber solutions, and track systems, delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets at the speed of need. As part of the global Rheinmetall family, we combine proven heritage with forward-looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world.

Job Summary:

American Rheinmetall is seeking a dynamic Senior Program Manager to lead the execution of high-velocity tactical programs focused on robotic and autonomous wheeled vehicle systems for the U.S. Armed Forces. This role sits at the intersection of cutting-edge defense technology and operational excellence, driving programs from contract award through delivery in fast-paced, mission-critical environments.

As a key member of the Tactical Programs team, you will serve as the primary program leader responsible for planning, executing, and delivering autonomous ground vehicle programs on schedule and within budget. You will orchestrate complex, multi-disciplinary efforts across Rheinmetall's global enterprise---collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and business development teams---while managing relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and government customers.

This position demands a leader who thrives in rapid-cycle development programs, balances technical complexity with programmatic discipline, and excels at stakeholder management across military, industry, and internal boundaries. You will be accountable for contract performance, risk management, cost control, and schedule adherence while ensuring that American Rheinmetall delivers world-class robotic capabilities to warfighters.

Essential Functions:

Direct support to the Tactical Programs Director.

End-to-end program management of autonomous/robotic wheeled vehicle contracts.

Cross-functional leadership spanning engineering, production, and business operations.

Subcontractor and supplier coordination and performance management.

Customer engagement with U.S. Army, Marine Corps, and other service branches.

Rapid prototyping, testing, and fielding in compressed timelines

Financial management, earned value, and contract compliance.

Lead a team by example, ensuring adherence to all agreed process and operating procedures.

Support the continued development and maturation of AR Program Management tools and processes.

Contribute toward AR Capture and Proposal teams in the development of compliant and winning proposals.

Manage program data elements to ensure on-time delivery to the USG customer, and that configuration of the documents is maintained using Company Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools.

Generate program metrics to support monitoring and control.

Continuous improvement of processes/efficiencies as well as product portfolio.

Ability to travel in the US and abroad as required.

Undertake other duties as tasked by the Program Director or their delegate.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Assist with mentoring PM and PM Specialist within the Tactical Programs team.

Minimum Qualifications:

Specific knowledge that can be determined objectively; suggested vocabulary below:

Communication: 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 product

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