Program Manager

Aegis Worldwide; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Vision

Stock Options

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

An automotive manufacturer in Warsaw, IN is seeking a Program Manager to lead vehicle and system programs from concept to launch. Responsibilities include managing program timing, cost, and quality while coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and over 7 years of experience in automotive program management, demonstrating strong leadership and supplier management skills. This position includes full benefits and perks such as health and stock options.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in automotive program management, engineering, manufacturing, or launch roles.
• Experience working in an OEM environment or closely supporting OEM vehicle programs.
• Strong understanding of vehicle development and manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of vehicle development, manufacturing processes, and supplier management.
• Proven ability to manage complex timelines and lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end program execution for a vehicle, platform, or major subsystem from concept through production.
• Develop and maintain the master program plan, including milestones and deliverables.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across various functions.
• Lead program reviews, gate reviews, and executive-level updates.
• Serve as the primary interface between the OEM and Tier 1 suppliers, managing timing, deliverables, and performance.
• Track supplier APQP/PPAP status, tooling readiness, and launch milestones.
• Partner with manufacturing plants to ensure process readiness, capacity planning, and tooling availability.
• Support pilot builds, pre-production builds, Start of Production (SOP), and launch ramp-up activities.
• Identify program risks and lead mitigation and recovery plans.
• Manage change control and assess impact to cost, tooling, suppliers, and launch timing.
• Support program cost tracking and alignment to vehicle targets.
• Oversee launch quality, early production issues, and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with OEM standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Support warranty risk mitigation and production stabilization.

Skills

Automotive program management

Cross-functional team leadership

Supplier management

Complex timeline management

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field

Job description

Aegis has partnered with a large automotive manufacturer around the Warsaw, IN area who is looking to add a Program Manager to their growing team!

This is a direct hire role that comes with a full host of benefits and perks!

• Health
• Vision
• Stock Options
• Relocation Assistance

Job Summary

The Program Manager is responsible for leading vehicle, platform, or major system programs from concept through launch and production. This role owns overall program timing, cost, quality, and manufacturing readiness while coordinating cross-functional internal teams and managing Tier 1 supplier performance to ensure successful program execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end program execution for a vehicle, platform, or major subsystem from concept through production
• Develop, maintain, and execute the master program plan, including milestones, deliverables, and launch readiness
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, Logistics, Finance, and Regulatory functions
• Lead program reviews, gate reviews, and executive-level updates
• Serve as the primary interface between the OEM and Tier 1 suppliers, managing timing, deliverables, and performance
• Track supplier APQP/PPAP status, tooling readiness, and launch milestones
• Partner with manufacturing plants to ensure process readiness, capacity planning, and tooling availability
• Support pilot builds, pre-production builds, Start of Production (SOP), and launch ramp-up activities
• Identify program risks and lead mitigation and recovery plans
• Manage change control and assess impact to cost, tooling, suppliers, and launch timing
• Support program cost tracking and alignment to vehicle targets
• Oversee launch quality, early production issues, and corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with OEM standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines
• Support warranty risk mitigation and production stabilization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in automotive program management, engineering, manufacturing, or launch roles
• Experience working in an OEM environment or closely supporting OEM vehicle programs
• Strong understanding of vehicle development, manufacturing processes, and supplier management
• Proven ability to manage complex timelines and lead cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting vehicle launches or major system programs
• EV, battery, powertrain, body, or chassis system experience
• Familiarity with APQP and PPAP processes
• Strong communication and executive presentation skills