Program Manager, Solutions

NIDEC Defense Group; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

NIDEC Defense Group in St. Louis, MO, is seeking a Program Manager – Drive System Solutions to plan, coordinate, and execute cross-functional programs from concept through launch.

The role partners with Product Management and Systems Engineering to align product strategy with solution development and execution. You will drive program execution, manage risks, and ensure on-time delivery of drive system solutions that meet customer needs and business objectives, while collaborating across global

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years of program management experience in automation or industrial systems.
• Experience with integrated systems, motion control, drives, and automation technologies.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional programs in global environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Define program scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables aligned with product strategy and customer requirements.
• Develop and manage detailed program plans with milestones and resources.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across Product Management, Systems Engineering, Sales, and Operations.
• Track program performance relative to growth, margin, and adoption objectives.
• Coordinate product launches and ensure readiness across engineering, operations, sales, and support.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional coordination

System integration

Motion control

Automation technologies

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.

All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

Job Description

The Program Manager – Drive System Solutions is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing cross-functional programs that support the development, launch, and delivery of drive system solutions.

This role works closely with the Drive System Solutions Product Manager and Systems Engineering team to ensure alignment between product strategy, solution development, and execution.

Core Objective: Drive program execution excellence by aligning cross-functional teams to deliver integrated drive system solutions that meet customer needs, business objectives, and time-to-market targets.

Core Objective: Drive global product strategy and portfolio execution while accelerating market adoption and lifecycle value of the Drive System Solutions product line.

Responsibilities

Program Planning & Execution

• Define program scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables aligned with product strategy and customer requirements
• Develop and manage detailed program plans, including milestones, dependencies, and resource requirements
• Ensure on-time and high-quality execution of product and solution development initiatives
• Identify risks, manage mitigation plans, and proactively resolve issues impacting program delivery

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Serve as the central coordination point between Product Management, Systems Engineering, Sales, Operations, and Engineering
• Ensure alignment across teams on program priorities, deliverables, and timelines
• Facilitate regular program reviews and communication to stakeholders
• Drive accountability across functions to ensure successful execution

Support to Product Management

• Partner with the Drive System Solutions Product Manager to translate product strategy and roadmap into executable programs
• Support product development initiatives from concept through launch
• Ensure alignment between product requirements, program plans, and execution activities
• Track program performance relative to business objectives (growth, margin, adoption)

Support to Systems Engineering Team

• Collaborate closely with Systems Engineering to ensure solution development activities are aligned with program timelines and deliverables
• Enable efficient execution of system-level design, validation, and integration activities
• Help prioritize engineering efforts based on business impact and customer needs
• Ensure technical deliverables are completed and integrated into overall program execution

Product Launch Management

• Coordinate product launches, ensuring readiness across engineering, operations, sales, and support functions
• Ensure effective communication and alignment during product introductions and transitions

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field required
• 5+ years of experience in program management or related roles in automation or industrial systems
• Experience working with integrated systems, motion control, drives, and automation technologies preferred
• Proven ability o manage complex, cross-functional programs in global environments
• Strong leadership and coordination skills without direct authority
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities
• Strong analytical, problem solving and organization skills
• Customer-focused mindset with experience supporting application-driven product development
• Familiarity with program management tools and methodologies (e.g., stage-gate, Agile, or hybrid approaches) preferred

Additional Job Details

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