Program Manager, Automotive Exterior Lighting AMS America Corporation Troy, MI Job Details Full-time $80,000 - $90,000 a year 8 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Flexible schedule Qualifications Customer communication Project engineering Interpersonal skills Lighting systems English Microsoft Office Bachelor's degree in engineering Automotive engineering Leading team collaboration initiatives Schedule creation Managing projects

PPAP OEM

Microsoft Project Automotive parts quality management Cross-functional team management Cross-functional communication Full Job Description Position Summary We are seeking a Program Manager to lead automotive exterior lighting programs for North American OEM customers. The Program Manager owns program timing, quality, cost, and delivery from program award through production launch and serve as the primary program contact for the customer. They also coordinate the AMS America team, the AMS Korea Technical Center, and suppliers to deliver every milestone on time. Responsibilities Manage exterior lighting programs from concept and design development through manufacturing and production launch, achieving quality, cost, and delivery targets. Plan and execute programs in accordance with the customer-specific APQP processes of GM, Ford, and Stellantis, ensuring all phase deliverables are completed and submitted per each OEM's development timing schedule. Develop and maintain the master program timing plan, open-issues list, and risk register; track milestones and escalate risks to management early. Serve as the primary program contact for OEM customers; schedule and lead program meetings with customers and the internal Technical Center, and communicate customer requirements and decisions to AMS Korea. Monitor project activities to ensure conformance with project scope, customer specifications, and all applicable regulations. Ensure customer and internal timing milestones are met and programs launch on time with all deliverables completed. Manage program budget, tooling and development costs, and the cost and timing impact of engineering changes; support quotations with the sales team. Control and monitor engineering change trackers and work with affiliated departments to ensure supplier deliverables are provided and followed up on time. Coordinate cross-functional activities among engineering, quality, purchasing, manufacturing, and suppliers so that prototype builds, validation testing, PPAP, and Run-at-Rate are completed on-schedule. Lead problem-solving activities and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Report program status, risks, and KPIs to management in a timely manner. Travel to customer, supplier, and manufacturing plant sites as required. Required Qualifications BSEE or BSME with at least 5 years of experience as a program manager, project engineer, or product engineer in automotive lighting systems. Proven experience managing Tier 1 automotive programs with GM, Ford, and/or Stellantis, including working knowledge of their

APQP/PPAP

procedures, customer-specific requirements, and development timing schedules. Deep understanding of OEM supplier requirements at all phases of the program. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English with the ability to present to customers and management. Proficiency in MS Office, including MS Project or an equivalent program scheduling tool. Strong organizational, negotiation, and cross-functional leadership skills. Ability to travel domestically and internationally, including to Korea, as needed. Preferred Qualifications PMP certification or equivalent program management training. Experience with Toyota, Honda, VW, Rivian, or other

OEM APQP

processes. Ability to read and interpret CAD data (CATIA V6 or NX) and engineering drawings. Bilingual Korean/English communication skills. Additional Information In accordance with company policy, newly hired employees are subject to a 6-month probationary period, followed by a performance review. AMS America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Pay:

$80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off

Experience:

Exterior Lighting:

5 years (Preferred)

Language:

English (Required) Korean (Preferred)

License/Certification:

PMP (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Troy, MI 48084 (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person