Program Manager Electronics / STW

Joysonsafety; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Joyson Safety Systems in Auburn Hills, MI, seeks a Program Manager Electronics / STW to lead the development and launch of steering wheel electronics programs from award through production, serving as the primary customer interface and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance and Sales to achieve objectives, drive risk and change management, and support APQP/PPAP activities and production launches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field is required.
• 5+ years automotive program management, engineering, or product development experience.
• Experience with automotive electronics, steering wheel systems, controls, switches, sensors, HMI, or related products preferred.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, product launches, and customer program management.
• Strong leadership, communication, project management, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead steering wheel electronics programs from development through launch and production.
• Serve as the primary customer contact for program-related activities.
• Manage program timing, budgets, deliverables, and profitability.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve quality, cost, and launch objectives.
• Drive issue resolution, risk management, and change management activities.
• Support APQP, PPAP, prototype builds, validation testing, and production launches.
• Communicate program status, risks, and recovery plans to customers and leadership.
• Collaborate with global engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure successful program execution.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

PMP certification

Tools

APQP

PPAP

Job description

Program Manager Electronics / STW

Date: Sep 22, 2026

Company: Joysonsafety

Job Function: R&D

Location

Auburn Hills, US

Requisition ID: 3561

Together We Saves Lives by Innovation!

The keys to success are yours at Joyson Safety Systems! We are a global leader in design, development and manufacturing of safety-critical systems and components for automotive and non-automotive markets. We are dedicated to delivering life-saving technology to customers worldwide. Joyson Safety Systems harnesses collaboration and innovation to ensure quality and exemplary service for our customers worldwide. Our company is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, with a global network of more than 30,000 employees in 22 countries.

Our team is passionate about the automotive industry, dedicated to delivering quality and innovation for the future. We support lifelong learning and offer resources that help our team members establish a strong, solid foundation. We aim to promote from within, providing excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Our talented team is hardworking and dedicated to keeping people safe. We foster a collaborative, open culture; as a global business, we encourage our team members to communicate and collaborate with colleagues worldwide. As our operations continue to grow, we are always seeking top talent to join our winning team.

Position Summary

The Program Manager is responsible for leading the development and launch of automotive steering wheel electronics programs from award through production. This role serves as the primary customer interface and is accountable for achieving program objectives related to timing, quality, cost, profitability, and customer satisfaction. The Program Manager works closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, and Sales teams to ensure successful program execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead steering wheel electronics programs from development through launch and production.
• Serve as the primary customer contact for program-related activities.
• Manage program timing, budgets, deliverables, and profitability.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve quality, cost, and launch objectives.
• Drive issue resolution, risk management, and change management activities.
• Support APQP, PPAP, prototype builds, validation testing, and production launches.
• Communicate program status, risks, and recovery plans to customers and leadership.
• Collaborate with global engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure successful program execution.

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of automotive program management, engineering, or product development experience.
• Experience with automotive electronics, steering wheel systems, controls, switches, sensors, HMI, or related products preferred.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, product launches, and customer program management.
• Strong leadership, communication, project management, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working directly with OEM customers.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management training.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and does not discriminate in any employment or employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Joyson Safety Systems does not provide immigration related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need JSS immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, TN, OPT, etc.) now or in the future.