Manager, Pilot Hall - Battery

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 Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following: Manage and lead the Pilot Hall engineers, ensuring resource allocation and alignment of project goals for both vehicle and battery pre-series builds. Provide direction to engineers responsible for vehicle assembly and battery integration, ensuring technical training and support for staff working on both areas. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team to drive operational excellence. Oversee the entire pre-series build process for both vehicles and battery systems, ensuring adherence to project timelines and specifications. Collaborate with other engineering teams to validate manufacturing processes for vehicle assembly and battery integration, identifying early-stage design or buildability issues. Ensure that both vehicle assembly and battery pre-series processes meet all buildability requirements, offering solutions for any challenges encountered. Develop and implement quality control measures for both vehicle fit and finish and battery system performance, ensuring they meet technical and safety standards. Lead continuous improvement efforts in both vehicle assembly and battery pre-series processes, ensuring repeatability and reliability for mass production. Analyze data from pre-series vehicle and battery builds to identify and implement corrective actions. Work closely with design, engineering, supply chain, and battery technology teams to ensure timely delivery of both vehicle components and battery systems. Coordinate between internal teams and suppliers to ensure that all parts, materials, and batteries meet pre-series specifications. Facilitate collaboration between the vehicle assembly team and battery integration team to ensure seamless integration of both systems. Maintain detailed documentation of all vehicle and battery pre-series build processes, issues, and resolutions to ensure lessons learned are communicated effectively. Prepare and present progress reports on both vehicle and battery builds, highlighting milestones, risks, and mitigation strategies. Location & Travel Expectations : This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Blythewood, South Carolina . 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 conve…