Racing Program Management – Studio Analyst

Ford Motor Company

. Serve as the lead Studio analyst for the program .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeAllen Park • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,600 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in automotive product development and program management, with a strong focus on leading cross-functional teams and driving project milestones to successful completion. Proficient in communication and critical thinking, ensuring effective collaboration across various departments.

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Automotive Product DevelopmentProgram ManagementCross-Functional Team LeadershipVehicle Development MilestonesOral and Written Communication

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Hard Skills

Program Management DisciplinesColor Harmony ProcessesAppearance Approval ProcessesColor & Material Product DirectionIssue ResolutionMilestone ReportingManufacturing EngineeringDesign and Release

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingPrioritizationOrganizational SkillsResilienceAdaptabilityOwnership Mindset

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Ford Program ExperienceStudio ExperienceFast-Paced Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the lead Studio analyst for the program
Drive Studio milestones, deliverables, timing, and issue resolution from concept through production readiness
Co-lead Appearance Approval Forum meetings and key Studio milestone reviews
Lead the Color Harmony and Appearance Approval Report processes
Lead or support development of Color & Material Product Direction Letters, including features, options, and color and material content
Partner with Marketing, Planning, Engineering, and Finance
Drive cross-functional resolution of Studio feasibility, appearance, and content issues
Lead through influence across multiple organizations
Communicate program status, risks, recommendations, and recovery actions to leadership
Support milestone papers, program assumptions, and program health reporting

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
3+ years of experience in automotive product development, program management, design and release, manufacturing engineering, or launch
Previous Studio experience supporting a major Ford program
Strong knowledge of vehicle development milestones, deliverables, and program management disciplines
Strong critical thinking, prioritization, and organizational skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive issues to closure without direct authority
Resilience, adaptability, and a strong ownership mindset
Visa sponsorship is not available
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days
Paid parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up childcare
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time