Lead Vehicle Program Manager (Automotive)

TL;DR

Lead Vehicle Program Manager (Automotive): Overseeing technical and business execution for next-generation electric vehicle programs with an accent on electrical architecture, autonomy, and propulsion. Focus on driving cross-functional alignment, managing financial KPIs, and ensuring end-to-end accountability from concept to launch.

Location: Must be based in Southern California or Michigan

Salary: $179,000–$245,000

Company

hirify.global is an electric vehicle manufacturer dedicated to building sustainable transportation and protecting the outdoors.

What you will do

• Translate high-level product vision into actionable technical and business roadmaps.
• Maintain ownership of program financial targets, including CAPEX and unit economics.
• Partner with global supply chain teams to define sourcing strategies and de-risk schedules.
• Oversee validation asset planning, budgeting, and procurement.
• Provide data-driven transparency to executive leadership regarding program trajectory.
• Coordinate across manufacturing, marketing, and service to ensure commercial viability.

Requirements

• Must be based in Southern California or Michigan
• Proven experience in vehicle program management or equivalent technical leadership.
• Strong understanding of automotive electrical architecture, autonomy, and propulsion systems.
• Ability to manage complex cross-functional dependencies and program governance.
• Experience with financial stewardship, including COGS and investment targets.
• Excellent communication skills for executive-level reporting and decision-making.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Participation in 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Support for spouse, domestic partner, and children up to age 26.
• Commitment to an inclusive and diverse workplace environment.