Vehicle Zone Program Manager (Automotive)

Location: Southern California

Salary: $201,300–$287,500 per year

Company

hirify.global is an automotive manufacturer focused on building emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles.

What you will do

• Lead business and technical execution for a major vehicle zone (Upperbody or Underbody).
• Translate high-level product vision into actionable technical and business roadmaps.
• Own zone-level unit economics (COGS) and total investment (CAPEX/ED&D).
• Orchestrate cross-functional teams to meet program objectives and margin targets.
• Partner with Global Supply Chain to define sourcing strategies and de-risk the schedule.
• Direct the zone through Design Maturity (DM1-5) and Manufacturing Readiness.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in automotive program management or engineering leadership.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale vehicle programs from concept through launch.
• Comprehensive knowledge of automotive cost structures and large-scale CAPEX budgets.
• Strong first principles engineering approach with prior Design & Release (D&R) experience.
• Ability to influence VP-level stakeholders and build cross-functional consensus.
• Must be based in Southern California.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance portfolio including medical, dental, and vision.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Coverage for employees, spouses/domestic partners, and children up to age 26.