Vehicle Build & POD Coordinator

MSR Technology Group has been recognized as an Inc. 500/5000 company for the past seven consecutive years. We currently have an urgent opening for a Vehicle Build & POD Coordinator for an onsite role in Portland, OR 97217. Position Details : Title: Vehicle Build & POD Coordinat orLocation: 4859 North Lagoon Avenue, Portland, OR 972 17Duration: Long Term Contrac t Pay Rate: $45.50 per hour on W2 with benefit s Job Descripti • on.MDC Vehicle Build & POD Coordination Servi • cesRequesting Organization: Manufacturing Development Center (MDC), Corporate Manufacturing Engineering, D • TNADTNA Task Manager: Manager – • MDCPeriod of Performance: August 1, 2026 – July 31, 2027 (12 mont • hs)Work Location: On-site, Corp 17 (C17), 4859 N. Lagoon Ave, Portland, • OREstimated Level of Effort: Full-time (40 hours/we • ek)Funding Source: Mosaic PAR progr ams 1. Pur poseDTNA’s Manufacturing Development Center (MDC) requires a staff augmentation resource to support vehicle build coordination and Production-Oriented Design (POD) activities for active Mosaic PAR programs (47V, 47F, and related platforms). The resource will work on-site under DTNA direction as an embedded member of the MDC t eam. 1. Backg roundMDC is responsible for driving manufacturing readiness by shifting design validation earlier in the development process. MDC leads Production-Oriented Design (POD) workshops during B-sample and C-sample phases of PAR programs, bringing together Design Engineering, Plant Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Logistics, and Program Management to resolve manufacturability issues before production la unch.MDC supports 9+ active PAR programs through 2032. The 47V (Western Star X-Series) and 47F (Blue Thunder M2/SD) programs are the primary focus for 2026–2027 as part of the broader Project Mosaic initia tive. 1. Scope o f WorkThe resource shall support MDC in the following areas under Task Manager dire ction:Vehicle Build Coordination (47V, 47F, and additional programs as ass igned)Maintain vehicle build timelines and communicate schedule changes to stakeh oldersTrack parts, BOM, and Spec status including CWO tracking; produce weekly status reports on missing or at-risk partsCoordinate POD workshops: scheduling, participant confirmation, material preparation, and post-workshop documen tationLog and track shopcalls and build issues; maintain status updates and follow escalation pathsSupport build readiness reviews and Go/Go-Later decision gatesDigital and Physical POD Coordi nationOwn coordination of Physical POD sessions: scheduling, stakeholder alignment, and documentation of fi ndingsFacilitate Physical POD Workshops including Setup, Introductions, Tech Role Assignments, Issue Documentation and Review, Audio/Video and Recordings Mana • gementSupport the connection between digital findings and physical build pl • anningSupport coordination of Digital POD sessions with DTICI: scheduling, stakeholder alignment, and documentation of fi • ndingsTrack and distribute outputs from POD r • eviewsMaintain issue logs from validation activities and ensure ownership is assigned and t racked General Coordination • SupportPOD facilitation and documentation for shop calls, program reviews, and planning s • essionsWeekly consolidated report covering risks, open shopcalls, and actio • n itemsDashboard data upkeep and maintenance (Power BI inputs, visual management di splays) 1. DTNA-Furnished R • esourcesOn-site workspace and facility badge at • Corp 17Access to IT systems (Microsoft Teams, Power BI, SharePoint, network • drives)Access to engineering systems as needed (Teamcenter for BOM reference, vi • ew-only)Existing process documentation and t • emplatesIntroductions to cross-functional stak eholders 1. Resource Quali fications • Required:Minimum 3 years of planning and coordination experience in a technical en • vironmentStrong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple work streams and competing p • rioritiesConfident presenting to and facilitating large groups (30–80+ participants) including technicians, engineers, managers, and senior leadership — must be comfortable commanding a room and keeping discussions • on trackProfessional demeanor with the ability to hold participants accountable, redirect conversations, and manage difficult personalities without escalatin • g tensionPersonable and approachable; able to build rapport quickly across functions a • nd levelsProficiency with Microsoft 365 Apps (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Sh arepoint) • Preferred:Manufacturing, automotive, or heavy vehicle industry • backgroundExperience with product development processes (sample builds, design reviews, milest • one gates)Familiarity with BOM management or part • s trackingPower BI or data visualization • experienceJira or similar Project Management tool (Kanban, Scrum, DevOps) • experienceExperience in a preseries or prototype build e nvironment 1. Period of PerformanceAugust 1, 2026 - Ju ly 31, 2027 1. Work Management a • nd OversightDTNA Task Manager: Manager – MDC — responsible for task prioritization, daily direction, and performan • ce oversightWork assignments may originate from multiple MDC team members; the Task Manager retains authority over pr • ioritizationWeekly status meetin • gs (minimum)Monthly pro gress review 1. Performance ExpectationsThe resource is expected to operate as an embedded team member under DTNA direction. Performance is assessed on responsiveness, reliability, communication quality, and ability to work independently within the d efined scope. Performance concerns will be communicated in writing. Persistent issues may result in a replacement request with 30 days’ notice. If your background and experience align with this opportunity, please share your resume in confidence with the contact below: Recrui ter Name: SravanEmail: sravan@msr technologies.com Equal Opportun ity Employer (EOE)