Technical Vehicle Launch Manager

Volkswagen Group Services GmbH; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamborghini SPA in Reston, VA is seeking a senior technical role focused on validating new vehicles and leading market entry from a technical standpoint. The position combines validation work, helpline management and legal case support with ongoing training to stay ahead of automotive tech trends.

Responsibilities include coordinating with R&D, logistics, production, quality and commercial teams; managing dealer requests via LIASS; and reporting on launch activities.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years automotive experience.
• Automotive technical degree and a bachelor's in automotive emphasis.
• Strong automotive technical knowledge and ODIS expertise.
• Understanding of automotive sales and after-sales processes.
• Basic Spanish and German language skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HQ validation process and steer new vehicle market entry from a technical point of view.
• Receive, review and approve all technical support requests from dealer net.
• Document all support activities accurately in LIASS.
• Receive, review technical goodwill requests.
• Establish and update region relevant After Sales procedures.

Skills

Automotive experience

Automotive technical knowledge

ODIS knowledge

Sales/After Sales processes

Automotive technology depth

Spanish basics

German basics

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Automotive Technical Degree

Bachelor’s degree with automotive emphasis

Tools

ODIS

Job description

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Worldwide, the Volkswagen Group has a long tradition of dramatic innovations. The Volkswagen Group with its headquarters in Wolfsburg, Germany is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group comprises twelve brands from seven European countries: Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania and MAN

Brief Role Description

This position is a career level 20P and is located in Reston, VA with a role classification of Hybrid.

• Oversee HQ validation process and steer new vehicle market entry from a technical point of view
• Receive, review and approve all technical support requests from dealer net
• Document all support activities accurately in LIASS
• Receive, review technical goodwill requests
• Establish and update region relevant After Sales procedures

Possible Tasks within this Role

Vehicle validation process – 50% of time spent

Goal: Follow validation process

• Follow the new vehicle validation process at Lamborghini SPA and collect relevant information from R&D, Logistics, Production, Quality and Commercial to steer a successful market entry
• Communicate market specific requirements and changes
• Manage specific technical aspects of launch vehicles during market entry and report to relevant departments at Lamborghini SPA
• Establish time frame and measurements for launch period
• Participate in all launch dynamic launch events and provide detailed reporting

Helpline Management – 30% of time spent

Goal: Timely processing of dealer requests via LIASS system

• Support authorized assigned Lamborghini dealers to diagnose vehicles in order to minimize car down time and accelerate repairs that are compliant with Lamborghini warranty policies and processes
• Complete analysis of causes for product quality and improvements
• Oversee technical goodwill requests

Legal Case Support – 10% of time

Goal: Technical case support given to parties involved

• Prevent and support legal cases/customer complaints from a technical perspective
• Monitor and assess dealer technical readiness and repair quality

Training – 10% of time

Goal: Stay up to speed with current technologies

• Stay abreast of the technology of existing and upcoming Lamborghini vehicles
• Participate in all available training modules

Qualification requirements

7 - 10 years Automotive Experience

Education

Required

• Automotive Technical Degree
• Bachelor’s degree with automotive emphasis

Skills

• Proven track record of analytical and conceptual thinking and implementation
• Proven problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail and process orientation
• Strong work ethic with internal motivation to succeed and support others
• Ability to problem solve and prioritize
• Forward-thinking with ability to work effectively with minimal direction
• A great attitude and proven ability to be an effective business partner, team player, and collaborator
• Partners at all levels of the organization, with ability to negotiate and influence to achieve results
• Ability to understand automotive service retail business, procedures and data

Specialized Skills

Required

• Strong overall automotive technical knowledge
• Knowledge and expertise in ODIS, Onboard Diagnosis Information System
• Understand automotive Sales/ After Sales processes
• Deep knowledge of automotive technology
• Basic skills in Spanish, German

Compensation Data

Salary range is dependent on factors such as geographical differentials, industry-based experience, skills, training, credentials, and other qualifications.
In the state of Virginia, the salary range is $111,000 - $178,700.

Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.

This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Job ID: 29117

Location: Reston, VA, US, 20190

Working Model: Full-time

Contract Type: Unlimited

Remote Working: According to company policy

Posting Date: Aug 4, 2026

About Us

At Automobili Lamborghini we constantly work to intercept and spread the uniqueness of each member of the team, aware of the richness that comes from the meeting and exchange of differences. We give great value to time, so we offer you a flexible way of working that meets your daily needs, so as to dedicate important moments of your life to yourself and the people you love.

We are looking for people who want to stand out in a place that makes no distinction of gender, age or culture working every day to value fragilities as an authentic gift.

We are proud to be certified Top Employer because at the core of our actions we put people and their personal and professional growth. Our main challenge is to contribute to the construction of a future proof society, which is why we have made sustainability our mantra. From your first day in the company, you will have the opportunity to see the results of your commitment, leaving an impact that really has an effect.

We are looking for authentic, brave people, eager to go beyond their limits. In our team you will have the opportunity to trace your path and be its driver, anticipating the times and indicating the route. Not only tasks and goals, but singular people and stories that mix, adding their own color to an iconic Brand: Lamborghini

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