Racing Studio Program Lead Analyst (Hybrid)

Ford; Allen Park (MI); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Studio analyst to lead program milestones and drive cross-functional collaboration from concept to production readiness. You will co-lead Appearance Approval Forum meetings and shape Color & Material direction with Marketing, Planning, Engineering, and Finance.

The role requires strong communication, independence, and ownership mindset. Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in automotive product development or related fields, deep knowledge of milestones, and a proven

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience in automotive product development, program management, design and release, manufacturing engineering, or launch.
• Previous Studio experience supporting a major Ford program.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle development milestones, deliverables, and program management disciplines.
• Strong critical thinking, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive issues to closure without direct authority.
• Resilience, adaptability, and a strong ownership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead Studio analyst for the program; drive milestones, deliverables, timing, and issue resolution from concept through production readiness.
• Co-lead Appearance Approval Forum meetings and key Studio milestone reviews; lead Color Harmony and Appearance Approval Report processes.
• Lead or support development of Color & Material Product Direction Letters in partnership with Marketing, Planning, Engineering, and Finance.
• Drive cross-functional resolution of Studio feasibility, appearance, and content issues; lead through influence across multiple organizations.
• Communicate clear program status, risks, recommendations, and recovery actions to leadership.
• Support milestone papers, program assumptions, and program health reporting.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Independent work

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Studio analyst to lead program milestones and drive cross-functional collaboration from concept to production readiness. You will co-lead Appearance Approval Forum meetings and shape Color & Material direction with Marketing, Planning, Engineering, and Finance.

The role requires strong communication, independence, and ownership mindset. Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in automotive product development or related fields, deep knowledge of milestones, and a proven