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Posted June 09, 2026

Chief Engineer - Robotic Platform

American Rheinmetall Vehicles
Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States 48326 Full Time
Reference: 285125485
Chief Engineer - Robotic Platform

American Rheinmetall is a leader in the design, development, and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles, vehicle systems, and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products, rubber solutions, and track systems, delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets. As part of the global Rheinmetall family, we combine proven heritage with forward-looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world.
Job Summary:
The Sustainment Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall technical (performance and schedule) execution of the Sustainment Medium Robotic Platform Program. This position works closely with the Program Manager to define the product strategy, roadmap and vision to ensure the product offering is delivered within program and unit cost requirements as well as schedule constraints.
Essential Functions:
  • Guiding and directing all engineering teams (e.g. hardware, software, systems, specialties) to achieve program and technical success
  • Provide technical leadership in architecture definition and trades, requirements analysis, CONOPs, interface definition, hardware and software design, procurement, integration, validation and verification
  • Provide engineering authority to all decisions impacting product integrity, system performance, and system functionality
  • Creating technical presentations to both internal and external customers
  • Communicating status, results, and recovery plans (if needed) to senior and executive management
  • Developing and maintaining customer relationships
  • Partner with the Program Manager to ensure flawless program execution
  • Partner with IPTs to establish and report engineering metrics/TPMs and provide engineering-approved inputs for EACs and/or proposals, as needed
  • Partner with leadership at all levels and centers to ensure appropriate staffing
  • Support new business development efforts through leading and writing proposals
  • Undertake other duties as determined by the VP Engineering – New Product Development
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing)
  • Familiarity with the US DoD ground vehicle requirements.
  • Open architecture software development or implementation
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
  • Applied working knowledge with a proven track record of delivery from concept to series production
  • Detailed knowledge of Military Standards and regulations.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively in a variety of settings and be able to assimilate complex instructions easily. Ability to communicate with all levels of management and staff to establish productive relationships. Superior consultation, diplomacy, influencing and negotiating skills is required. Must possess the ability to explain complex concepts in a way that makes sense to someone less knowledgeable about the topic.
  • Must demonstrate an enthusiasm to engage with and support overseas colleagues to ensure all staff have the information and opportunity to perform to the best of their abilities.
  • Must promote collaboration and facilitate teamwork across the organization and its external service providers. Must be tactful, diplomatic, and work with integrity, honesty, and respect for others.
Education & Experience
  • BSc in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Systems)
Background Prerequisites:
Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks, physical, and controlled substance testing.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • MSc in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Systems), desired
  • Active Secret Clearance, desired
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
With or without reasonable accommodation requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
  • Travel up to 20%
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
American Rheinmetall provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.




Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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