General Motors · 3 hours ago
Lab Group Manager- Vehicle Defense Research
Warren, Michigan, United States of America
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
7+ years expGeneral Motors is seeking a strategic and innovative leader for their Vehicle Defense Research group within the Safety, Engineering and Defense Research Lab. The Lab Group Manager will oversee a team of Defense Research scientists, driving innovation and managing defense research programs while collaborating with internal stakeholders and external partners.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleInformation ServicesManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a team of research scientists, driving innovation and strong execution
Support the team in defining and managing defense research programs, including scope, deliverables, and technical direction
Align research priorities with GM needs through collaboration with R&D and Defense teams
Strengthen internal and external research partnerships—including universities, federal agencies, national labs, and defense organizations
Deliver high‑quality technical reports, publications, and records of invention
Lead technical reviews and communicate research progress across the organization
Maintain expertise in emerging defense technologies and research trends
Qualification
Required
Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance as of the first day of work
Demonstrated expertise in defense contracting, including acquisition lifecycles and government program leadership and execution
Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and ITAR requirements
Proven leadership with strong interpersonal skills
PhD or advanced degrees in Engineering, Leadership or Physical Science, with 7+ years of relevant experience
Success in R&D technology vision, roadmap development, and project/budget management
Ability to manage multiple deliverables across varied technical areas
Multidisciplinary engineering leadership expertise
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred
10+ years of defense industry experience
5+ years of people leadership experience
Experience in automotive research, testing, and development
Background in defense performance testing and program management
Strong record of career growth with increasing leadership responsibility
Active Top Secret Security Clearance
Benefits
Company Vehicle: Upon successful completion of a motor vehicle report review, you will be eligible to participate in a company vehicle evaluation program, through which you will be assigned a General Motors vehicle to drive and evaluate. Note: program participants are required to purchase/lease a qualifying GM vehicle every four years unless one of a limited number of exceptions applies.
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
Company
General Motors
General Motors is an automotive company that designs, produces, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.51BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2024-10-31Grant· $8M
2024-07-11Grant· $500M
Leadership Team
Mary Barra
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
Tony Cervone
Senior Vice President, Global Communications
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