Manager, Project Quality
Scout MotorsAbout the role
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
The Manager of Project Quality is responsible for executing and supporting the project quality strategy for assigned vehicle programs while ensuring adherence to established quality standards and governance processes. This role ensures that every product—from concept through end-of-production—meets the highest standards of safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction. You will shape the quality culture, influence cross-functional decision making, and drive organizational alignment around quality excellence.
Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:
- Strategic Leadership & Governance
- Execute project quality objectives for assigned vehicle programs and support the implementation of enterprise quality strategies.
- Implement established quality targets, KPIs, and maturity milestones and monitor performance against approved standards.
- Define, implement, and continuously improve project quality processes, partnering with Engineering, Product Management, Operations, and other Quality functions.
- Program Quality Execution
- Manage all quality-relevant activities within the product management organization from early development through SOP and end-of-production.
- Oversee the creation and execution of preventive quality plans, ensuring robust design, process capability, and risk mitigation.
- Apply and continuously improve established maturity management processes.
- Ensure program adherence to quality gates, manage escalations, and drive resolution of deviations in partnership with program leadership.
- Direct and coordinate the final whole-vehicle approval for serial production readiness.
- Cross-Functional Influence & Issue Resolution
- Lead interdisciplinary task forces to address critical program risks, systemic issues, and launch-blocking concerns.
- Champion cross-functional collaboration to ensure seamless integration of quality requirements across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and product teams.
- People Leadership
- Lead and develop a team of project quality professionals and support employee growth and capability development.
- Provide mentorship, coaching, and capability development to elevate the technical and leadership strength of the team.
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and proactive problem-solving.
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.
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
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