Specialist, Lifecycle Management & Modelcare

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and trucks and will do so once again. But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work. The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. Respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements — an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range. At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion. Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!What you’ll do Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following: Report directly to the Change Management Lead of Scout Motors, serving as a key contributor to end‑to‑end product life cycle management for Scout vehicles and the Scout Platform. Coordinate and track all life‑cycle‑related requests, ensuring alignment to program timing, technical maturity, and overall product strategy throughout the concept, development, launch, and series production phases. Lead the preparation, validation, and refinement of business case inputs related to product updates, component strategy changes, and life cycle decisions ensuring financial implications, technical impacts, and feasibility assessments are fully captured. Drive cross‑functional alignment across engineering, purchasing, production, quality, logistics, finance, program management, and product planning to ensure all life cycle considerations, risks, and dependencies are accurately understood and resolved ahead of key program milestones. Support the definition, documentation, and maintenance of life cycle requirements, ensuring traceability between program objectives, engineering specifications, and downstream manufacturing and service needs. Lead the development, drafting, and cross‑functional review of senior management decision papers ensuring clarity, completeness, and readiness for executive approval. Ensure AVON and associated governance systems reflect accurate configuration data, decisions, documentation, and status updates throughout all phases of the product life cycle. Represent life cycle management topics in Main System and cross‑functional governance forums, ensuring issues are resolved promptly and decisions are escalated with fully prepared, data‑driven documentation. Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders to ensure transparency on life cycle risks, decision needs, and strategic tradeoffs that influence product direction. Identify and lead improvements to life cycle management processes, including decision‑making workflows, documentation standards, and cross‑functional collaboration practices. Provide coaching and support to team members and stakeholders on life cycle management best practices, governance expectations, and tools. Monitor external regulatory trends, emerging technologies, competitive benchmarks, and industry best practices that could influence product life cycle strategy for Scout vehicles Location & Travel Expectations: This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, MI. This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events.  Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time. What you’ll bring  We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring:  Education/Certifications: A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field. Years of Experience required in type of role: 5-7 years of experience in an automotive environment, preferably in a Change Coordination or Program Management role. Communication: Strong communication skills - interpersonal, presentation and written w/ ability to guide cross-functional teams to successfully meet deadlines Proven track record of being a part of automotive projects from concept phase to series production Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple project teams simultaneously and meet deadlines Excellent strategic thinking and criteria-based decision-making skills Proven (technical) problem solving skills Experience with VW Group processes and tools (preferred) What you'll gain The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, sele