Coordinator Launch

Job Description Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

Work Arrangement: Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Arlington, TX on a full-time basis.

Relocation: This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

The Role

We deliver exceptional products our customers love that drive increasing profitability and growth. The Lead Launch Electrical Coordinator role exists to serve as the plant-level leader accountable for Software Defined Vehicle and Vehicle as a Tester (SDV/VaaT) electrical launch readiness, ensuring manufacturing processes are safe, stable, and repeatable so the plant consistently achieves its quality targets across all vehicle launch phases. By leading the plant launch electrical team and driving execution from early readiness through production ramp-up, the role directly protects product quality, customer satisfaction, and business profitability.

How does this role make an impact?

This role leads the plant SDV/VaaT Launch Electrical Team backed by AMEC preparation to align cross-functional stakeholders, execute the Electrical Bill of Operations (BoO) and launch plan, achieve the 99.9% Electrical First Time Quality (EFTQ) glidepath, and develop data visibility tools and dashboards that support timely, fact-based decision-making across the organization.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

• Complete mandatory training requirements, including Automotive Manufacturing Electrical College (AMEC) and supplier certifications, prior to MVB (travel is required in this role).
• Lead electrical launch execution from virtual assessments through SORP, ensuring plant readiness, milestone compliance, and successful program delivery.
• Drive early vehicle integration activities including architecture reviews, feasibility assessments, wiring harness evaluations, and launch build support.
• Own electrical launch governance through risk management, issue escalation, recovery planning, and cross-functional stakeholder alignment.
• Establish clear team operating rhythms, role ownership, and issue resolution processes to support efficient launch execution.
• Develop and leverage dashboards, production metrics, and quality data to drive data-based business decisions and performance improvement.
• Ensure tester readiness, software traceability, configuration control, and change management compliance across all electrical systems.
• Utilize plant quality systems, warranty data, GCA results, and tester performance to identify and eliminate process and product variation.
• Drive electrical, software, wiring, module, and testing concerns to closure while ensuring robust containment and recovery plans for launch risks.
• Communicate electrical readiness, EFTQ performance, tester results, and launch status through leadership reviews, program gates, and operational forums.
• Lead continuous improvement, capture lessons learned, transfer best practices across GM facilities, and support transition to steady-state operations.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
• Experience with vehicle electrical architecture
• Data-Driven Performance Analytics
• 5+ years of manufacturing launch experience
• Proven experience managing large teams in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Ability and willingness to work / rotate through all 3 shifts (1st, 2nd & 3rd)
• Ability and willingness to work over-time, weekends, holidays, etc. as needed
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing tools and methodologies.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Project, Word, PowerPoint), and analytical or business software.
• Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving abilities with a track record of implementing process improvements.
• Familiarity with automotive manufacturing standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to travel 50% of the time or higher based on business needs domestically and/or internationally.

What Will Set You Apart (Preferred Qualifications)

• 3+ years Experience with vehicle electrical architecture
• 7+ years of manufacturing launch experience
• 3+ years of Automotive Manufcaturing Launch Experience
• Completion of all required Global Manufacturing System (GMS) training.
• Prior experience in automotive manufacturing, production operations, or high‑volume industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of automotive manufacturing processes, systems, and production technologies.

Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

Work Arrangement: Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Arlington, TX on a full-time basis.

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