Program Manager - International Programs

AM General•Auburn Hills, MI

About The Position

AM General develops and builds specialized ground vehicle systems that get the US Armed Services and our allies to and from their mission safely. Our innovative spirit delivers advanced, rugged, resilient, and dependable mobility solutions. We are one team dedicated to producing the best products for our customers. We have a collective understanding that at AM General our purpose is to serve those who serve to protect us. We R.I.D.E. with Sgt. Smith! We are R esponsive We have I ntegrity We are D ynamic We exhibit E xcellence

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, or related field.
8+ years of program or project management experience, preferably within defense, aerospace, or complex manufacturing environments.
Demonstrated experience managing international programs, including customer engagement outside the U.S.
Working knowledge of FMS and/or DCS processes.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence across matrixed organizations.
Experience managing cost, schedule, and risk on technically complex programs.
Ability to travel internationally as required.

Nice To Haves

PMP or similar program management certification preferred
MBA or Masters in engineering or related field.
Experience with tactical vehicles, weapons systems, or military platforms.
Familiarity with export compliance (ITAR/EAR) and international contracting frameworks.
Experience transitioning programs from capture into execution and production.

Responsibilities

Serve as the single point of accountability for assigned international programs, owning cost, schedule, technical performance, and customer satisfaction.
Lead integrated program teams across engineering, operations, supply chain, quality, contracts, and finance.
Develop and maintain program baselines, IMS, risk registers, and financial forecasts.
Drive disciplined execution through program reviews, milestone tracking, and corrective action planning.
Manage programs executed under FMS, DCS, and hybrid international contracting models.
Coordinate closely with U.S. Government stakeholders (DSCA, PMOs, PEOs, contracting officers) as required.
Support export compliance, licensing (ITAR/EAR), and country-specific regulatory requirements in coordination with contracts and legal teams.
Manage program budgets, earned value (where applicable), and cash flow.
Support contract negotiations, scope management, change control, and claims resolution.
Ensure alignment between contractual requirements, technical baseline, and production realities.
Interface directly with international customers, including ministries of defense and military end users.
Identify and actively manage technical, schedule, cost, and supply-chain risks—particularly those unique to international programs.
Lead mitigation planning and decision support for leadership.
Capture lessons learned and apply them across the international portfolio.
Brief AMG senior leadership with clear, data-driven program status and recommendations.
Mentor junior program staff and contribute to a culture of accountability and execution excellence.