Program Manager, MILCOTS Vehicles Programs

General Motors

Program Manager overseeing MILCOTS vehicle programs for GM Defense. Leading execution and governance of commercial vehicle programs with cross-functional teams to support international clients.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeWarren • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $134,700 - $207,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in program management, leading cross-functional teams to execute complex vehicle integration projects while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Proficient in financial tracking and stakeholder engagement to drive successful program outcomes.

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Program Management LeadershipCross-Functional Team LeadershipVehicle Integration ExperienceFinancial Tracking and ManagementExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Program ManagementProject ManagementVehicle IntegrationQuality ManagementManufacturing ProcessesSupply Chain ManagementRisk ManagementChange ControlCost ManagementPerformance Trade-offs

Soft Skills

Stakeholder InfluenceCoaching and DevelopmentProblem SolvingAdaptabilityTeam Collaboration

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Microsoft OfficePowerPointExcelWordProject

Industry Keywords

CUIITARGovernment Contract ComplianceBusiness DevelopmentContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end execution of multiple, simultaneous programs from capture through delivery and sustainment, using GMD’s gated processes.
Define, develop, and manage product program content for vehicles, including content/feature decisions, change control, and cost/weight/performance trade-offs.
Oversee and coordinate vehicle integration (chassis, armor, powertrain, electrical, software, and upfit content), with engineering, ensuring technical feasibility, manufacturability, safety, and in-service performance.
Own program imperatives (scope, schedule, cost, resources, risk, quality) and establish standard operating mechanisms (e.g., integrated master schedule, risk register, financial reviews, issue dashboards).
Chair and/or represent programs in internal forums (PET, VPIT, Dev-Val, ECE Ops, gate reviews), driving clear decisions, escalations, and accountability for closure.
Lead and manage the cross-functional Program Execution Team (PET) for MILCOTS, including engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, contracts, finance, sustainment, and business development.
Integrate all supporting functional processes (engineering release, sourcing, validation, manufacturing readiness, quality, sustainment) into a coherent and executable plan, and expand/update processes when needed.
Identify, quantify, and mitigate program risks and issues, including development of contingency plans and gap-closure actions with clear owners and dates.
Optimize and manage program workflows, eliminating waste and improving responsiveness, quality, and predictability.
Serve as the primary interface to government and industry partners for programs, leading day-to-day interactions and formal reviews (e.g., PMRs, IPRs, customer gate reviews).
Represent MILCOTS programs in support of business development and capture activities (e.g., shaping requirements, proposal content, ROMs, pricing inputs, and execution plans).
Directly lead and develop program management staff (e.g., Assistant Program Managers, coordinators) and provide matrix leadership to cross-functional PET members.
Establish clear expectations, behavioral norms, and performance standards; provide regular feedback, coaching, and development opportunities.
Foster a culture of safety, compliance (including CUI/ITAR), integrity, and continuous improvement consistent with GM Behaviors.
Maintain effectiveness in changing environments, technologies, and mission priorities while balancing Government/Customer and GM Defense objectives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required.
7+ years of progressive experience in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, Supply Chain, or other business/operations disciplines or related field.
Candidate must either be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) or a non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required export control authorization.
U.S. citizenship is required to comply with federal government contract provisions expressly restricting this role to U.S. citizens.
Demonstrated program management or project management leadership of complex, cross-functional initiatives.
Demonstrated cross-functional leadership with the ability to influence and align diverse stakeholders and senior leaders.
Experience with vehicle integration (mechanical, electrical, armor/upfit, or systems-level integration) and associated validation/manufacturing challenges.
Strong business acumen with experience and understanding of financial tracking during program execution, including budgets, forecasts, and profitability management, with keen attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation and delivery of executive-level briefings.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Project.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
retirement savings plan
sickness and accident benefits
life insurance
paid vacation & holidays
tuition assistance programs
employee assistance program
GM vehicle discounts