Software Project Manager

Exciting Technical Project Manager Opportunity!

Job Description

We are seeking a Technical Project Manager to provide engineering services for a vehicle platform within the Program Management Office. The role involves identifying software and documentation gaps, maintaining software systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues. This position requires strong technical skills in software development and system modeling, as well as effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical engineering services for a vehicle platform.

• Identify and address gaps in software and documentation.

• Maintain software systems and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

• Resolve technical issues and ensure system integrity.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in C and C++ development.

• Experience with Agile development methodology.

• Strong understanding of software requirements, architecture, design, code, and test for the JLTV Program.

• Knowledge of SysML, including sequence and activity diagrams.

• Familiarity with cloud environments and tools such as Bitbucket, JIRA, and Confluence.

• Understanding of software development processes and configuration management.

• Effective communication skills and ability to interface with cross-functional teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Cameo Model-Based Engineering.

• Knowledge of Simulink.

• Familiarity with communication protocols like CAN and LIN.

• Experience defining or using CAN DB (CAN Database files).

• Proficiency using CAN tools such as Vector CANoe and CANalyzer.

• 3G controller experience.

Work Environment

This role is based on-site in Warren. The work environment is collaborative, focusing on resolving technical obstacles and employing Agile development practices with cloud-based tools. Team members are encouraged to work together to innovate and advance defense technologies.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sterling Heights, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $57.69 - $72.12/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sterling Heights,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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