Staff Lead Development Engineer – GM Defense

Jobtailor

Milford (MO)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an experienced leader to head the Vehicle Performance Integration Team, driving performance decisions for Mule, IVER, and PPV programs and aligning calibration and validation across integration groups.

You will steer hardware/software interfaces, manage specifications and budgets, and coordinate with government customers to ensure on-schedule milestones. A strong leadership and DFSS background are required.

Qualifications

BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related.
8+ years total engineering experience with 3+ years in Vehicle Development.
Experience across Ride & Handling, Noise and Vibration, Energy/Drive Quality, and Calibration.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage interfaces with Systems, Controls, Propulsion, Software, and suppliers.

Responsibilities

Lead Vehicle Performance Integration Team and coordinate reviews and planning.
Make data-driven decisions on vehicle performance topics and priorities.
Guide performance balance across integration groups and ensure on-time production readiness.
Manage and prioritize shared property usage for tuning releases and validation.
Oversee vehicle specifications, development, and validation to requirements.
Participate in change control for all vehicle systems and engage with government partners.
Lead field rides and status reviews; communicate updates to leadership.
Support development of processes, tools, and capabilities for defense vehicle programs.
Coordinate with government customers and defense partners during visits and evaluations.

Skills

Vehicle Performance Integration

Calibration Interfaces

Chassis Controls

Vehicle Controls

Data-Driven Decision Making

Technical Specification Management

Change Control Management

Tuning Direction

Validation Processes

Budget Management

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related

MS in engineering or business

DFSS Black Belt

Tools

DFSS Black Belt

Job description

Lead the Vehicle Performance Integration Team and VPIT/Dev-Val reviews
Make data-driven decisions on relevant vehicle performance topics
Guide vehicle performance balance across integration groups and serve as the program’s single point of performance integration
Participate in GVBR planning for Mule, IVER, and PPV vehicle builds
Provide tuning direction and prioritization for Energy, Vehicle Dynamics, NVH, Drivability, and overall vehicle performance
Ensure integration is completed on time for production milestones
Manage and prioritize IVER shared property usage to complete tuning releases and validation on schedule
Manage vehicle technical specifications and development/validation to requirements
Participate in change control for all vehicle systems
Manage vehicle development fleet usage and counts within annual budget allocation
Lead vehicle buy-off rides with vehicle performance status and issue lists
Support the Global Vehicle Chief Engineer through VAPIR and PET meetings and reviews
Communicate vehicle performance execution updates to leadership
Support development of processes, tools, and future capabilities for defense ground vehicle development
Work directly with government customers and defense industry technical partners
Coordinate and lead onsite customer visits and evaluations at MPG or Warren
Support testing at customer facilities, including Army bases, Aberdeen, NATC, and Yuma
Adhere to all safety precautions and requirements

Requirements

BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related
Minimum 8 years total engineering experience
Minimum 3 years of Vehicle Development experience in Ride & Handling, Noise and Vibration, Energy/Drive Quality, Chassis Controls, Vehicle controls and/or calibration, including integration centers
In-depth knowledge of hardware, software, and calibration interfaces
Ability to lead vehicle performance and work cooperatively with Systems, Controls, Propulsion, Software, Integration, and supplier teams
Strong interpersonal skills to motivate and inspire employees
Strong innovation and execution balance
Strength in dealing with ambiguity
Broad knowledge of vehicle development process and key deliverables
DFSS Black Belt
Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle on a regular basis
Travel as required
Must be a U.S. Person: U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee, or refugee
Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future
Must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Report review
Position is subject to export control restrictions
Preferred: MS in engineering or business
Preferred: experience on military or government projects
Preferred: experience in advanced and execution vehicle performance roles
Preferred: 5–10 years in Vehicle Development across multiple disciplines
Preferred: 2–3 years SMT Design Release Engineer experience
Preferred: 2–3 years management or equivalent people leader experience
Preferred: in-depth knowledge of truck vehicle integration and military ground wheel vehicles

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Vehicle Development, including Ride & Handling, Noise and Vibration, and Energy/Drive Quality, while effectively leading cross-functional teams to achieve performance integration goals. Possesses strong project management skills to ensure timely completion of vehicle performance milestones and adherence to safety requirements.

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