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/veteransJob 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 Engineering or 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 - $180,000If 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 includeTeam buildingProcess development (DevSecOps, Agile / Sprint)Development environment and tools (development cloud, Jira, Git, …) set-upProject schedule planning and budgetingProject bidding and proposal activitiesProblem solving and technical mentoringOversee vehicle software developmentRequirements analysis, decomposition and managementResearch and analysis of solutions to meet customer requirementsSoftware and cybersecurity architecturesSoftware safety designTrade alternative design approachesIntegration of military lethality, survivability, mobility and C5ISR systemsSoftware documentation (SSDD, SRS, IRS, IDD, logic flow-charts / activity diagrams, UML / SysML Modeling and Simulation)Software configuration managementSoftware integration and testSystem integration lab deploymentCreate/review test cases and plansComponent/Vehicle test supportCorrective actionsRapid Prototyping development and test supportAnalytical analysis and simulations to evaluate system performanceInteract with external / internal customers and suppliersSubcontractor managementMaintain project open issues listsPrepare/ 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 developersMinimum 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 lifecycleWorking knowledge of integration and control of digital, analog, power and RF electronicsKnowledge of Model based Systems design and related Standards/ProcessesAbility to present technical solutions to clients and internal stakeholdersPractical ‘hands on’ attitude with the ability to operate independentlyDetailed knowledge of electro-mechanical and electrical engineering and vehicle principlesCurrently holds or has the ability to obtain SECRET US Defense clearanceMust 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 exampleMust 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 regulationsFamiliarity with the US DoD ground vehicle requirementsKnowledge of the US DoD process and procedures for vehicle development and acquisitionFamiliarity with the US Army TACOM / TARDEC organizationsAbility to speak German desiredPhD Engineering desiredEducation:MSc Engineering (e.g. Electrical, Computer Science, Systems, Software, Aerospace, Physics, Mechanical, Automotive, Management)Experience:15+ years of experience in delivering large complex US Defense programsExperience with military Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) systemsExperience with VICTORY, FACE, GCIA, NGVA & MOSA standardsExperience with standard bus protocols (J1939 CANBus, RS422/485, DMA, 802.3 Ethernet)Experience with TCP/IP/UDP, DDS, Multicast/Broadcast), Video over Ethernet, DisplayPort, HDMI, HD-SDI protocolsExperience with Real-Time OS, Linux, Embedded C/C++, Model-based SW Dev, Python, Java, Matlab, LabviewExperience with x86, ARM, GPU, FPGAExperience with fire control
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status
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