Sub System Launch Manager

The Body, Chassis, Interior (BCI) Quality Team is looking for a Launch Project Manager to join our team focused on ensuring all project quality targets are met, managing launch timelines & deliverables and insure the transition to quality volume production.Specific Responsibilities include, but not limited to:Responsible for BCI part and assembly compliance and geometrical analysis. Ensures convergence of industrial indicators, issue containment, rework timing and perimeter within the assembly plant. Manages engineering robustness and launch issue solving before handover to manufacturing for volume production.Accountable for safety conditions and ensures working quality for the launch team. Leads Technical review, status for each milestone, maturity plan tracking and handover to manufacturing. Responsible for skill quotation of subcontractors working with his team. Ensures high level of communication to the team and progress reporting to Plant Management.Ensures the progress pace of all launch BCI activities, manages part conformity, design validation and change requests system for launch vehicle issues. Responsible for escalation process, in contact with all partners, suppliers, subcontractors for timely resolution of issues.Additionally:Manage engineering robustness and launch issue resolution through the application of engineering principles and technical analysis before handover to manufacturing for volume production.Lead technical reviews, engineering status assessments for each milestone, maturity plan tracking, and handover to manufacturing.Apply engineering judgment and analytical methodologies to achieve all project quality targets.Manage launch timelines and deliverables by ensuring engineering objectives, technical requirements, and product maturity targets are achieved within designated project milestones.Lead the engineering transition to quality volume production through validation of design, manufacturing readiness, and product performance requirements.Evaluate and optimize Body, Chassis, Interiors (BCI) part and assembly compliance and geometrical analysis.Analyze industrial indicators, issue containment, rework timing, and perimeter within the assembly plant to drive engineering convergence and launch readiness.Evaluate safety conditions and optimize working quality for the launch team through technical risk assessment and engineering best practices.Evaluate and optimize the technical skills and engineering capabilities of subcontractors working with the team.Maintain a high level of technical communication within the team and provide engineering progress reporting to Plant Management.Optimize the progress pace of all launch BCI activities by identifying and resolving engineering constraints impacting project execution.Manage part conformity, design validation, and change request systems for launch vehicle issues to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and performance requirements.Escalate technical issues with all partners, suppliers, and subcontractors for timely engineering resolution, and maintain project and launch objectives.Basic Qualifications:Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent (Materials /Chemical/ Civil/ Aerospace) Minimum of 10 years' experience in automotive areas of Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality and/or Product QualityBeing mobile, mission that can lead to short or long-term displacements (manufacturing plants) for 6-8 monthsMastery of geometry assessments (technical documents and processes)Management of scheduling, organization, and internal processes for the launching phase activitiesKnowledge of Manufacturing processes and trades (stamping, welding, painting and assembly)Knowledge of the BCI product design fundamentalsSelf-motivator with a strong passion for automobiles and appreciation for qualityBasic understanding of statistics and root cause problem solvingExcellent communication, organizational and leadership skillsPreferred Qualifications:Master of Science degree (Engineering, Quality, or Business) or equivalent Reactive Shainin or DFSS Master Black BeltManufacturing process & launch experience Our Benefits — Designed with You in MindComprehensive Health & Well-being CoverageFrom your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.Generous Paid Time OffWe believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.Competitive Retirement Savings PlansWe help you plan for the future with:An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plansAn employer contribution, even if you don't contributeIncome Protection & Insurance OptionsBenefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.Company Vehicle Lease ProgramEligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.Family Building BenefitWe proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.Support for Your Growth and Giving BackWe believe in investing in your future and your passions:Tuition reimbursementStudent loan refinancing programs18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your communityAnd so much more!When you join us, you're not just building a career — you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.Brand: FCA GroupJob ID: 2022527Employment Type: Full-timeJob Area: EngineeringPosted Date: 29/10/2026