Manager, TPL, Execution & Issue Management Platform

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 At Scout Motors, you don't just design vehicles- you shape the future of the road. Our Engineering team is where bold ideas meet rigorous execution, building machines that are as durable and capable as the people who drive them. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with brilliant minds across disciplines, turning complex challenges into elegant, scalable solutions that meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and user experience. This is a place where your fingerprints are found on metal – where what you design gets built, driven, and remembered. If you're hungry to engineer something that matters, Scout Motors is where that ambition finds its highest gear.  In this role, you will lead  program execution, issue resolution, and cross-functional alignment   across the  entire vehicle program , ensuring delivery of complex vehicle systems in line with Scout’s product, timing, quality, and cost targets.   You will operate at a  vehicle and system integration level , acting as a central driver of transparency, accountability, and structured decision-making across R&D and cross-functional teams.   Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following: Own the  definition, implementation, and continuous improvement of KPIs  for all main system teams (MST) and functional departments, ensuring clear performance measurement across scope, timing, quality, cost, and investment targets at the complete vehicle level.   Act as a  central integration point across teams , ensuring consistency in assumptions, planning, risk management, and execution.   Establish and maintain  program-level execution tracking and reporting , ensuring transparency of R&D deliverables, milestone readiness, and KPI performance.   Identify, assess, and proactively  mitigate risks related to technical feasibility, timing, quality, and cost , ensuring early visibility and structured resolution.   Prepare leadership materials and  facilitate governance forums  and executive reviews,  driving structured decision-making and escalation to ensure timely, aligned outcomes. Centrally steer  cross-functional alignment and decision clarity , ensuring timely resolution of issues and alignment on trade-offs across R&D.    Report  R&D KPIs, deliverables status, and key risks  to leadership and stakeholders, enabling data-driven decision-making and program transparency.   Ensure robust  change control governance , including prioritization, tracking, vetting and R&D cross-functional alignment on all changes.   Support overall  program execution and milestone delivery , ensuring feature and system maturity aligns with development phases and launch readiness targets.   Location & Travel Expectations : This role may be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC .  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. Travel : Occasional travel may be required to support program activities, testing, and leadership reviews. Valid drivers license required. 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: 10+ years of professional experience in the automotive industry, with a strong focus on  program management, product management, or cross-functional vehicle development execution .   Bachelors in engineering and proven experience managing  complex, cross-functional automotive programs  from concept through launch.   Strong track record of defining and managing  KPIs, program metrics, and performance reporting frameworks .   Demonstrated ability to  identify risks, drive mitigation strategies, and lead structured escalations .   Experience facilitating  executive-level decision-making and governance forums .   Proven experience managing  engineering change processes  and understanding impacts to scope, timing, cost, and system ma