Job Description: American Rheinmetall Vehicles, LLC
TITLE Software Manager
CATEGORY Engineering
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Rheinmetall's U.S. organizations include American Rheinmetall Systems, American Rheinmetall Vehicles, American Rheinmetall Munitions and American Rheinmetall Defense. The operating companies have established engineering and production capabilities that allow them to modify existing products and develop new solutions that meet the priority requirements of their US customers. These products consist of, but are not limited to, game-changing solutions for next-generation vehicles, innovations for increased soldier lethality, and advanced high-tech munitions.
Description
At American Rheinmetall Vehicles, we believe in satisfied customers and healthy, engaged employees. We listen to our customers and develop transformational technology that delivers necessary military vehicle capabilities to our Warfighters while also providing challenging and fulfilling careers to our employees.
We are committed to supporting critical advancements in the United States defense industry, like the U.S. Army’s XM30 Infantry Combat Vehicle (ICV) program, which will replace the Army’s Bradley infantry fighting vehicle with a modernized ICV. Our team has recently won a contract award to advance to Phases 3 and 4 of the program where vehicle design will continue, followed by the prototype build of a small number of vehicles to be tested by the Army. Our solution for the XM30 program, along with our other next-generation tracked and wheeled vehicle systems, empowers and protects the members of our U.S. Armed Forces and ensure their safe return home.
In the past two years, we have secured an order intake of about $750 million. We have greatly increased our workforce and are continuing to do so at a rapid pace in order to staff our new facility and support our goals as we continue to grow our business. If you are interested in a meaningful career that directly supports our Warfighters, we encourage you to apply today!
EOE, including disability/veterans
Job Summary:
Responsible for the leading the software team to, architect, design, develop and integrate complex military combat vehicle software based systems.
We are looking for a Software Manager to work for our Sterling Heights, MI office. If you have at least 15 years of experience in delivering large complex US Defense programs, and have a Masters Degree in Engineeringor a related field, we invite you to click the Apply button to learn more and share your qualifications with us.
Estimated Salary Range: $165,000 - $180,000
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the employment application or for any part of the application process, please contact hr@rheinmetall-arv-us.com.
EOE (including Disability/Veterans)
DIVISION American Rheinmetall Vehicles, LLC
LOCATION Sterling Heights, MI
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Essential Functions:
Technical and managerial leadership of a software team to include
Team building
Process development (DevSecOps, Agile / Sprint)
Development environment and tools (development cloud, Jira, Git, …) set-up
Project schedule planning and budgeting
Project bidding and proposal activities
Problem solving and technical mentoring
Oversee vehicle software development
Requirements analysis, decomposition and management
Research and analysis of solutions to meet customer requirements
Software and cybersecurity architectures
Software safety design
Trade alternative design approaches
Integration of military lethality, survivability, mobility and C5ISR systems
Analytical analysis and simulations to evaluate system performance
Interact with external / internal customers and suppliers
Subcontractor management
Maintain project open issues lists
Prepare/ present project status (EVMS, Technical, …)
Willing and able to travel internationally for technology transfer as required (less than 10%)
Supervisory Responsibility:
Midsize to large group of Software architects, cybersecurity and software developers
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing)
Applied working knowledge in the domain of software engineering development and systems integration, with a proven track record of product development throughout the entire product lifecycle
Working knowledge of integration and control of digital, analog, power and RF electronics
Knowledge of Model based Systems design and related Standards/Processes
Ability to present technical solutions to clients and internal stakeholders
Practical ‘hands on’ attitude with the ability to operate independently
Detailed knowledge of electro-mechanical and electrical engineering and vehicle principles
Currently holds or has the ability to obtain SECRET US Defense clearance
Must be able to communicate effectively in a variety of settings and be able to assimilate complex instructions easily. Ability to communicate with all levels of management and staff to establish productive relationships. Superior consultation, diplomacy, influencing and negotiating skills is required.
Must possess the ability to explain complex concepts in a way that makes sense to someone less knowledgeable about the topic.
Must demonstrate an enthusiasm to engage with and support overseas colleagues to ensure all staff have the information and opportunity to perform to the best of their abilities.
Must promote collaboration and facilitate teamwork across the organization and its external service providers. Must be tactful, diplomatic, and work with integrity, honesty, and respect for others.
Must lead by example
Must display exceptional listening and analytical skills in order to understand customer concerns and needs with the ability to respond promptly and effectively to those needs.
Shall support and encourage performance by motivating individuals and teams to achieve high performance. Will clarify and define the goals and strategies of the organization and successfully communicate this to all. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required to work effectively with the US team, suppliers, customer, and corporate parent staff.
High level of self-motivation and standards with the ability to multi-task; balancing "analysis" with "doing". Must be adaptable and able to prioritize and work under pressure to meet deadlines. Work on own initiative.
Desired Qualifications:
Detailed knowledge of Military Standards and regulations
Familiarity with the US DoD ground vehicle requirements
Knowledge of the US DoD process and procedures for vehicle development and acquisition
Familiarity with the US Army TACOM / TARDEC organizations
Experience with fire control systems, stabilization, coordinate transformation and algorithms
Hands on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, logic analyzers, function generators, network analyzers, and spectrum analyzers
Experience with Jira, Confluence, SysML, scanning tools, DOORS, MS Office, …
Experience with bid capture, contract negotiations and delivery planning
Experience of working in a multi-national, multi-organizational and corporate environment
Experience with engineering management in a highly regulated industry
Background Prerequisites:
Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing.
All employment at ARV is contingent upon the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if the position requires it.
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:
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
Ability to stand for long periods
Ability to work overtime as needed
BENEFITS Robust medical, dental, vision, 401(k), short- and long-term disability, life insurance, education reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program
E-VERIFY This employer participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify and Your Rights to Work please visit: https://www.e-verify.gov.
PAY TRANSPARENCY This company abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.35(c), found here: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA50
EOE 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law. Please find details here: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
