American Rheinmetall Vehicles (ARV), in Sterling Heights, MI, delivers next generation capability, technology and competition to high priority United States modernization programs. Leveraging the global portfolio of Rheinmetall’s Vehicle Systems Division, ARV provides advanced tracked and wheeled combat vehicles and tactical wheeled vehicles. ARV offers forward thinking capabilities such open systems architectures to enable the rapid insertion of maturing technologies, platform commonality to reduce production and lifecycle costs, and the transfer of technology to establish local production capabilities. Rheinmetall’s collaborative global structure allows for the maturation and strengthening of the U.S. Industrial Base now and into the future.

Job Summary:

The Project Specialist is a key role within the program team, focused on developing the critical Statement of Works (SOW) for Subcontractors, developing Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Cost Allocations, and the development of Basis of Estimates. Also critical is supporting the technical team in the development of Integrated Master Schedule and developing resource loaded schedules. Role is in direct support to the Program Management Team and Engineering teams developing critical Combat Vehicle systems.

We are looking for a Program Specialist to work for our Sterling Heights, MI office. If you have at least 3 years experience supporting large complex US Defense programs and have a Bachelor’s degree Business Administration, BSc Engineering or commensurate years of experience , we invite you to click the Apply button to learn more and share your qualifications with us.

 

Estimated Salary Range $82K-$88K

 

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 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Essential Functions:

• Program Specialist is a key supporting member of the Program Management Team responsible for developing key program artifacts
• Interface with subcontractors to ensure subcontractor understand and are able to bid to Request for Proposal requirements
• Working in close coordination with Technical, Program, and Finance Teams to develop MIL-STD compliant WBS and allocate cost to Cost Account Managers
• Undertake other duties as determined by the Program Director or his/her delegate.

 

Supervisory Experience:

• None

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing

• Coordinate and develop subcontract SOW’s for subcontractors ensuring SOW’s and associated specifications, and attachments capture effort planned for subcontractors
• Develop WBS dictionary with mapping to OBS and RAM
• Assist Finance team in managing the development of Cost Volume
• Support writing and managing the production of Basis of Estimates for OMFV program
• Help Control and deliver a large scale program, including financial expenditures
• Ability to present technical solutions to clients and internal stakeholders
• Applied working knowledge of Program planning and developing program management artifacts
• Knowledge of the US DoD process and procedures for vehicle development and acquisition
• Systems Engineering with a proven track record of product development throughout the entire product lifecycle
• Experience with bid capture, contract negotiations and delivery planning
• Familiarity with the US DoD ground vehicle requirements
• Familiarity with the US Army TACOM / TARDEC organizations
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time. Occasional travel to Europe may be required.

 

Education:

• BS Business Administration, BSc Engineering or commensurate years of experience

 

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 – 5 years’ experience in working on teams supporting large complex US Defense programs
• Practical ‘hands on’ attitude with the ability to operate independently
• Currently holds or has the ability to obtain SECRET US Defense clearance.
• Knowledge of Military Standards and regulations
• Experience working in a multi-national, multi-organizational and corporate environment
• Experience with engineering and supply chain 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.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to speak German desired
• PMP Certification

 

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Ability to stand for long periods

 BENEFITS

Robust medical, dental, vision, 401(k), short- and long-term disability, life insurance, education reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program

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