Project Manager - Quality

Rheinmetall; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

American Rheinmetall is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the compliance software implementation, system maintenance and process improvements. You will map internal structures, update legal registers, and ensure audit-ready tracking of local, federal and international laws.

The role is based in Auburn Hills, MI or Plymouth, MI and requires strong PM experience with governance, risk, and regulatory knowledge. PMP certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5–7 years of PM experience.
• Experience with governance, risk, and/or compliance tools.
• Strong communication to liaise across departments.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, guide, and oversee projects from start to finish with clear timelines.
• Lead implementation and ongoing development of compliance tools and processes.
• Support a coordinated deployment and maintenance of the compliance software.
• Produce reports for Managers to monitor compliance against regulations.
• Train internal teams on compliance duties and system usage.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and reporting clarity.

Skills

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Eticor

Job description

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 Project Manager oversees the company’s compliance management software implementation, system maintenance, user support and process improvements. The role administers and optimizes the company's regulatory framework using Eticor digital compliance management software. They map internal organizational structures, update legal registers, assign clear duties, and ensure audit-proof compliance tracking of local, federal and international laws.

Location: Auburn Hills, MI or Plymouth, MI

Essential Functions:

• Plan, guide, and oversee projects from start to finish. Set and manage clear timelines, assign tasks and track execution.
• Perform a key role in the implementation and continued development of AR compliance management tools and processes.
• Support a coordinated and controlled implementation of the company’s compliance management software.
• System administration: manage compliance software platform configuration, security, user access and system updates.
• Working with key stakeholders to mature the compliance management reporting process and promote clear responsibilities, mapping and maintaining organizational roles and functional delegations.
• Provide support to all departments in documenting conformance to compliance related tasks.
• Train internal teams on compliance duties and system usage.
• Produce reports for Managers and other departments to monitor compliance against regulatory requirements.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiencies and streamline compliance reporting processes.
• Undertake other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Minimum Qualifications:

• Project Management Experience: Strong time and task management skills.
• Software Competency: Experience with PM, governance, risk, and/or compliance tools.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of legal frameworks, industry standards, and internal corporate guidelines.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to translate requirements into actionable workflows.
• Communication Skills: Strong coordination and communication skills to act as liaison between departments and management.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and five to seven years related project management experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years relevant experience.

Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks, physical, and controlled substance testing. Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain suitability requirements for access to classified information.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP Certification

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:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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.