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Senior Program Manager Software
Job Location:
Job Location:
Auburn Hills, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
29 August 2026 (11 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
26 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
and wheeled vehicles vehicle systems and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems fabricated structures armored products rubber solutions and track systems delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets at the speed of need. As part of the global Rheinmetall family we combine proven heritage with forward-looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world.
Job Summary:
American Rheinmetall is seeking a dynamic Senior Program Manager to lead execution of high-velocity software development programs supporting mission-critical Defense and DoD customers. This role drives full lifecycle program deliveryfrom requirements and development to cybersecurity accreditation and deployment.
As a key member of the Defense Software Programs team you will lead multidisciplinary efforts across software engineering cybersecurity systems engineering and IT ensuring delivery of secure high-quality software solutions to the warfighter.
Located in Auburn Hills MI
Essential Functions:
- Direct support to the Programs Director.
- Lead end-to-end program management of Defense/DoD software contracts.
- Oversee cross-functional teams spanning software engineering cybersecurity IT infrastructure and systems engineering.
- Manage subcontractor performance related to software development and testing.
- Engage directly with U.S. Army Marine Corps and other DoD customers.
- Lead rapid development cycles including prototyping testing and iterative releases.
- Maintain financial oversight earned value performance and contract compliance.
- Support AR capture and proposal efforts for Defense software programs.
- Manage program documentation using PLM and configuration management tools.
- Continuous improvement of processes and software delivery efficiency.
- Undertake other duties as tasked by the Program Director or their delegate.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Assist with mentoring PM and PM Specialist within the Tactical Programs team.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Specific knowledge that can be determined objectively; suggested vocabulary below:
- Must be able to communicate software concepts effectively across technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strategic thinking with ability to support global teams.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Client-oriented mindset with strong listening and analytical abilities.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities.
- Drive for results in fast-paced software environments.
Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Software Engineering Systems Engineering or related field.
- 10 years of experience delivering complex U.S. Defense or DoD software programs.
- Experience with EVM DELTEK MS Project SAP and software lifecycle tools.
- Experience leading large cross-functional software teams.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
- Background Prerequisites:
- Must pass background checks and meet suitability requirements for classified information access.
Background Prerequisites:
Must undergo and meet company standards for background check employment verification reference checks physical and controlled substance testing. Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain suitability requirements for access to classified information.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Training in PMP Agile or Systems Engineering.
- Experience leading distributed software teams.
- Knowledge of DoD software deliverable systems.
- Experience with cybersecurity and encryption software.
- Knowledge of ITAR and export compliance.
- Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to travel up to 25%.
- Ability to work in shared workspace environments.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
With or without reasonable accommodations requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential addition to other demands the demands of the job include:
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to support travel of up to 25%. Traveling in the US and abroad as required.
- Ability to perform job in a workspace (close proximity to others)
Equal Employment Opportunity 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.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Die Rheinmetall Waffe Munition Arges ist Spezialist im Bereich 40 mm Munition und fertigt 40 mm Low Velocity Munitionen mit unterschiedlichsten Effekten.
