Pre-Series Management Specialist

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the Design Verification Plan (DVP) for vehicle systems and subsystems
• Reconcile planned vs. executed validation activities
• Track execution of validation activities at component, subsystem, and full vehicle levels
• Ensure alignment between engineering, test, and supplier teams
• Monitor status of test requests, completion, and results availability
• Highlight risks related to test readiness, delays, or incomplete coverage
• Perform regular gap analysis between DVP requirements and actual executed tests
• Provide structured updates and reporting to program leadership
• Support milestone readiness reviews such as prototype builds and gateway gates
• Improve processes for DVP creation, validation tracking, and cross-functional coordination

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive, or related)
• 7+ years of experience in vehicle development, validation/verification (V&V), or prototype/pre-series environments
• Strong experience with Design Verification Plans (DVPs) and vehicle validation processes
• Proven ability to manage complex cross-functional activities
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in full vehicle development programs (OEM or Tier 1)
• Familiarity with durability, functional, and integration testing
• Knowledge of automotive development milestones (e.g., PEP, gateways)
• Experience with program tracking tools like JIRA, Polarion, or Teamcenter
• Background in both engineering and validation/test environments
• Experience in startup or fast-paced development organizations

About the Company

Scout Motors is an iconic American brand focused on electrifying and digitizing rugged SUVs and trucks through American innovation.