Design Release Engineer, Armor, GM Defense

Responsibilities

• The Design Release Engineer is responsible for the design and release of several Body, Interior, and Survivability subsystems.
• They are involved with the latest technology for use on current and future GM Defense (GMD) work.
• They work with a high-performance team and will be responsible for the design and packaging of many components.
• The Design Release Engineer will utilize Program Management knowledge to aid in achieving program milestones.
• You will coach and lead suppliers to timely execution of program deliverables with perfection.
• You'll provide expert judgment and analysis for the design, development and implementation of technical products and systems.
• Resolve highly complex technical issues and conduct advanced research.
• Recommend alterations to development and design to improve quality of products and/or procedures.
• Be skilled and proficient with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Rely mostly on extensive personal experience and discernment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Perform multiple tasks.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline
• 3+ years’ experience in vehicle design
• 5+ years’ experience working in an engineering discipline
• Knowledge of High and Low volume suppliers
• Understanding of GD&T principles
• Build process trouble shooting experience
• General knowledge of cost drivers within the material forming space
• Excellent collaboration skills with others within and outside of their direct organization
• Experience solving design/manufacturing issues quickly as part of a cross-functional team
• Experience managing OEMs or suppliers on critical timelines
• Experience resolving complex engineering issues
• Experience presenting to a wide variety of audiences
• Ability to work periodically at MPG Milford, MI
• Eligible to obtain Secret U.S. Security Clearance after hire.