Ford Racing Launch Manager

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.Racing is where our story began.In 1901, Henry Ford climbed into a car he built himself—"Sweepstakes"—and beat America's most famous driver. He wasn't a racer, but he had to win. He did. Ford Motor Company was born from that victory.That fighting spirit lives on in Ford Racing today. We're the engineers, strategists, and competitors who bring Ford's track-tested edge into every vehicle we build. Every track, every stage, every proving ground—that's where we prove ourselves.The result: one of the world's most iconic brands, legendary nameplates, and a team unmatched in the industry.Our mantra: Race to win, engineer to lead.If you're a competitor, innovator, or performance obsessive, Ford Racing is where you belong. Help us write the next chapter.In this position...Technical leader in Ford Performance to lead the builds and launch and quality plans for both internal and external suppliers to deliver high quality high performance MustangsManage team of engineers covering the Plant Vehicle Teams, prototype build and supplier technical assistance.Responsible for efficient and timely execution of prototypes for metrics of cost and engineering resources.You'll have...Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering required or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.15 years experience in product vehicle engineering and plant launchesDemonstrated problem solving skills.Even better, you may have...Engineering Masters of Science degree or higherWorking understanding of Functional requirements, failure mode effects, causes, severity and detection methods (DFMEAs)Ability to develop clear working level documents and management presentations as well as clear/concise communication skills.Ability and willingness to travel to both Ford and supplier domestic and foreign locations.You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverageFlexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid time off for individual and team community serviceA generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s DayPaid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.This position is leadership level 6 and ranges from $115,500-$218,100. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.For more information on salary and benefits, click here: Visa sponsorship is available for this position.Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io.This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid#FR1 #LI-MK2What you'll do...Lead and execute of DCV builds.Lead the Ford Racing Production Vehicle Launches for all prebuilds TT to OKTBCoordinate delivery of all Product Development Metric on Launch Score CardCo-Lead the Launch Jira / issues resolution process.Coordinate carry-over issues with PVT Managers during launchLead the PPAP Metrics with Ford Racing Production Vehicle STA EngineerSupport the Ford Racing Production Vehicle Body Exterior team in PIST & Fit to Nominal execution to launch standards.Quality from the planning to DCV checkpoint to in-plant launch phases through OKTB. Continue owning product quality post-OKTB.Lead the Vehicle Quality Reviews for Ford Racing monthly at VO plants, along with lead vehicle line discussion in Ford Racing’s weekly QPSTs and monthly Chief Quality Reviews.Report on quality status weekly with daily claims, engage in the monthly roadmap and engage internal Ford Racing Production Vehicle engineers & peers along with external engineering teams to deliver the overall quality targets.Must have the ability to support in plant launch activities and supplier visits out of the state/ internationally (Canada).Full timePosting Date: 2026-09-21