Program Coordinator - Automotive Electronics

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Lear For You

We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams and foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. Because we want to be more for you.

A path to a better career. A better future.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we're named one of the World's Most Admired Companies.

They're the secret to our success-empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we win together.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

Job Description

As a member of the Program Management team, the Program Coordinator will support the execution of automotive electronics programs, including electronic control units (ECUs), power distribution modules, and other safety‑critical electronic systems.

Responsibilities

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

* Support the Platform / Program Manager in strict adherence to the Lear Product and Manufacturing Process (LPMP) using the internal program development tracking system (Lear Pro)

* Support program tracking of LPMP deliverables across cross‑functional areas (engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, purchasing, finance, etc.) to ensure visibility to risks impacting program timing and deliverables

* Coordinate regularly scheduled Management Gateway Reviews (MGRs) to confirm compliance to program deliverables and approval to proceed to the next development phase

* Generate and publish program status reports, dashboards, and summaries for program and management reviews

* Work with functional teams to ensure required electronics program deliverables (hardware, software, validation, manufacturing readiness, APQP) are completed and uploaded in Lear Pro on time

* Perform general automotive electronics program maintenance within Lear Pro, including schedules, deliverables, and documentation

* Support Program Management and Engineering in managing prototype hardware, electronic components, and build materials for customer, validation, and internal builds

* Track and report key electronics program milestones (design reviews, prototype builds, validation testing, PPAP readiness) to program and functional leadership

Your Qualifications

* 4‑year college degree (preferred) in Engineering, Business, or related field

(May consider candidates nearing completion of a 4‑year degree)

* Ability to excel in a fast‑paced, technically complex, and team‑based environment

* Strong organizational skills; detail‑oriented, task‑driven, accurate, and efficient

* Professional verbal and written communication skills

* Ability to create presentation materials and support presentations to upper management and customers

* Proficiency with standard software tools (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project); familiarity with web‑based systems

(Training on Lear internal systems will be provided)

* Schedule flexibility and ability to travel (limited duration; typically one week or less), if required

* Summer internship or co‑op experience in the automotive or electronics industry is a plus

* Ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams, collaborating with engineering, operations, quality, manufacturing, sales, finance, and purchasing

* Forward‑thinking individual with the ability to plan ahead, manage priorities, and deliver results

Bonus if You Have

* Experience with automotive electronics, ECUs, power…