What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager 1 - Integration & Test position at American Rheinmetall?
American Rheinmetall 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:
The Program Manager I (PM) – Integration & Test position is instrumental in the product development lifecycle focusing on the integration, testing and validating of the program solution as it matures and develops from engineering design to vehicle build. Integration is focused on the digital, mechanical and electrical connectivity and functionality to program requirements. Test is development of plans, tools and processes to provide design performance feedback to development team members to aid in performance verification and validation. Test involves the activities to be performed in support of Product Assurance & Test scope of work. This role is responsible for leading a multi-disciplined team to ensure that timely activities support the core engineering design including cost and schedule management, planning, resource coordination, risk management, relationship management, and decision making. The PM I – Integration & Test is responsible for growing American Rheinmetall’s capability and successfully delivering key program objectives within the US defense market.
Essential Functions:
- Direct support to Combat Vehicle Program Director and other Combat Vehicle Programs.
- Lead a team by example, ensuring adherence to all agreed process and operating procedures.
- Manage relationships with all stakeholders to ensure performance is optimized and be able to manage the political dimensions associated with a high profile program.
- Working with key stakeholders continuing to mature the organizational structure within the AR team to promote clear responsibilities and opportunities for team members to succeed in their roles.
- Support internal investment projects.
- 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.
- Support delivery and control of small-scale project/projects.
- Continuous improvement of processes/efficiencies as well as product portfolio.
- Ability to travel to Germany and other sites in the US and abroad as required.
- Undertake other duties as tasked by the Program Director or his/her delegate.
Supervisory Responsibility:
None
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing
- 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 productive relationships. Superior consultation, diplomacy, influencing and negotiating skills are required. Must possess the ability to explain complex concepts in a way that makes sense to someone less knowledgeable about the topic.
- Strategic Thinking and Decisive Judgment: Must demonstrate an 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.
- Teamwork: 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.
- Client Oriented: Must display exceptional listening and analytical skills to understand client concerns and needs with the ability to respond promptly and effectively to those needs.
- Leadership: 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, customers, and corporate parent staff.
- Drive for Results: 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 one’s own initiative.
Education & Experience
- BSc in Business Administration, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology, Vehicle Technology, Systems Engineering or equivalent work experience
- Minimum of 5 Years’ Experience in delivering large complex US Defense programs, preferably in vehicle development domain
- Experience in working in a multi-national, multi-organizational and corporate environment.
- 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, SAP
Background Prerequisites:
- Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to speak German; Certificate i.e. IPMA – (Level A,B) required / strongly desired
- Training in PMP, Agile, Systems Engineering
- Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplined, multi-company, geographically distributed team
- Capability to influence engineering & test services road map to capture program plus-ups or future
- Comfort with senior level customer interactions and briefings (internal and external)
- Sufficient technical experience to ensure grasp of project domain
- Prior experience with system engineering practices to ensure the proper degree of engineering rigor is applied to all assigned tasks
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.
- Ability to perform job in a workspace (close proximity to others)
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
American Rheinmetall provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.