Dvir Arieli
Bloomfield Hills,MI
Summary
Goal-driven Program, Product, and Engineering Leader with 18+ years of experience managing large-scale technology initiatives in automotive, aerospace, and defense sectors. Expertise in program management, product management and engineering management, with a focus on automated driving technologies, data transformation, and AI-driven solutions. Proven track record in people management, coaching, and mentoring, successfully building and leading high-performing global teams. Adept at aligning technical strategies with business objectives, optimizing processes, and fostering innovation to deliver complex programs on time and within budget while driving organizational growth and operational excellence.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Head of Global Connectivity and Data PMO
General Motors North America
Warren, MI
02.2024 - Current
- Lead program management for $2B in revenue and cost-saving initiatives across 50 programs and eight cross-functional teams, advancing GM's Connectivity and Data programs through data-centric strategies
- Oversee eight teams driving Vehicle Communication Services and Data programs, establishing robust governance frameworks, ensuring data integrity, and achieving seamless execution
- Partner with senior leaders to align technology priorities with enterprise goals
- Champion data transformation, quality assurance, and collaboration, delivering on-time launches, enhancing organizational data maturity, and achieving 100% program objectives
Senior Manager Program Management, Software-Defined-Vehicle Global Expansion
General Motors North America
Warren, MI
10.2022 - 02.2024
- Built and led a team of Technical Program Managers to deliver global programs for GM's Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) and Ultifi platforms across China, Europe, and South Korea
- Directed cross-organizational and partner collaborations, managed roadmaps, monitored progress, and prioritized initiatives
- Developed a go-to-market strategy, achieving $150M+ revenue growth and expanded market reach
- Oversaw legal agreements and captured developer and customer feedback to align with strategic goals
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
Business Planning and Strategy Manager / Chief of Staff - SDV
General Motors North America
Warren, MI
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Served as a strategic advisor to GM's VP of SDV, driving $400M portfolio strategies through market analysis and competitive insights
- Designed and executed impactful product roadmaps aligned with global objectives and customer needs
- Managed cross-functional coordination for ~2,500 engineers, enhancing business planning and ensuring strategy communication across the organization
Engineering Group Manager, Automated Driving Systems Engineering
General Motors North America
Warren, MI
09.2018 - 09.2021
- Led GM's UltraCruise Systems Engineering group, managing 40 engineers across 8 sub-teams in developing GM's next-generation Level 2+ hands-free automated driving system
- Oversaw product definition, functional and non-functional requirements, FMEA, AI-based architecture, ODD, sensor fusion, on-vehicle integration, and roll-out plans for a 500+ person program
- Built the team from 5 to 40 members within a year, achieving a 90% retention rate
- Designed a big-data collection system enabling continuous AI-driven vehicle function development
- Reduced delivery timelines by 50% through simulation tool adoption and implemented Agile processes, partnering with senior leaders to streamline cross-functional collaboration and enhance program success
- Enhanced engineering project efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative management techniques.
Engineering Group Manager, Autonomous Vehicles Systems Engineering
General Motors
Herzliya, IL
05.2016 - 09.2018
- Led a 20+ engineer team across 4 sub-teams to develop advanced automated driving features, including software architectures using C/C++/Python on Linux OS
- Delivered high-throughput data collection systems, multi-sensor fusion (Camera, Radar, Lidar), vehicle prototypes, and zero-copy middleware optimizing data processing
- Built the team from inception, defining vision, structure, and hiring strategies
- Collaborated with global engineering groups and suppliers to integrate components, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery of self-driving vehicle technologies
- Championed cutting-edge research initiatives that led to significant advancements in technological capabilities for the organization.
Technical Chief/Lead System Engineer R&D Helicopters Helmet Mounted Display
Elbit Systems Ltd
Haifa, IL
10.2014 - 05.2016
- Led a multidisciplinary team of Software, Hardware, Mechanical, and System engineers to develop the BrightNite next-generation helicopter helmet, focused on Degraded Vision Environment (DVE) with AR/VR applications
- Defined the concept, roadmap, and strategy, successfully demonstrating the system during real helicopter flights
- Secured a $20M first-time contract for the BrightNite Helmet Mounted Display (HMD) Project, later expanding to additional products
- Influenced product strategy and ensured project goals and milestones were met through effective leadership and progress monitoring
- Contributed to business growth by designing scalable infrastructure solutions capable of supporting future expansion efforts.
Software Manager Fixed Wing Helmet Mounted Display F-35
Elbit Systems Ltd
Haifa, IL
08.2012 - 11.2014
- Led a team of Real-Time Embedded Software Engineers, overseeing the development of next-generation Helmet Mounted Systems for the F-35, including head-tracking algorithms, code optimization, integration, and testing on embedded controllers
- Managed SW releases under SEAL1 standards, enhancing performance and reliability
- Achieved 100% compliance in customer audits with Lockheed-Martin, maintaining zero cost overruns
- Boosted team productivity tenfold over two years, delivering critical features on time and securing a $1 billion contract with Lockheed-Martin
Senior Real-Time Embedded Software Engineer
Elbit Systems Ltd
Haifa, IL
10.2010 - 08.2012
- Developed advanced head-tracking software (C, C++) for the next-generation F-35 Helmet Mounted System
- Led the integration of real-time system software, establishing integration and testing processes, providing release notes, and resolving software and hardware issues promptly
- Designed system architecture to reduce code complexity and optimize overall system performance
Real-Time Embedded Software Engineer
Elbit Systems Ltd
Haifa, IL
04.2008 - 10.2010
- Facilitated detailed interactions with development teams to address issues and ensure requirements were met.
- Extensive experience in system integration across multidisciplinary systems (hardware and software).
- Led the design, development, and integration of an advanced avionics application for a civil helicopter.
- Optimized performance and implemented algorithms in C, adhering to DO-178B Level A software standards.
Education
Master of Science - Systems Engineering
Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
Israel 09.2011 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Computer Engineering
Ben Gurion University
Israel 09.2003 - 01.2007
Skills
- Automated Driving
- Augmented and Virtual Reality
- Program management
- Product Management
- Systems Engineering and Architecture
- Software Development Methodologies
- Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Product Launch
- Team Building
- Team management
- Collaboration
- Negotiation
- Business Development
Certification
Generative AI learning path, Google Cloud Skills, 2023
Coursework
- High potential People leader, General Motors, 2021
- The Extraordinary Leader, General Motors, 2017
- Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), Elbit Systems Ltd, 2015
- Management and leadership training, Elbit Systems Ltd., 2013
Timeline
Head of Global Connectivity and Data PMO
General Motors North America
02.2024 - Current
Senior Manager Program Management, Software-Defined-Vehicle Global Expansion
General Motors North America
10.2022 - 02.2024
Business Planning and Strategy Manager / Chief of Staff - SDV
General Motors North America
09.2021 - 10.2022
Engineering Group Manager, Automated Driving Systems Engineering
General Motors North America
09.2018 - 09.2021
Engineering Group Manager, Autonomous Vehicles Systems Engineering
General Motors
05.2016 - 09.2018
Technical Chief/Lead System Engineer R&D Helicopters Helmet Mounted Display
Elbit Systems Ltd
10.2014 - 05.2016
Software Manager Fixed Wing Helmet Mounted Display F-35
Elbit Systems Ltd
08.2012 - 11.2014
Master of Science - Systems Engineering
Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
09.2011 - 01.2013
Senior Real-Time Embedded Software Engineer
Elbit Systems Ltd
10.2010 - 08.2012
Real-Time Embedded Software Engineer
Elbit Systems Ltd
04.2008 - 10.2010
Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Computer Engineering
Ben Gurion University
09.2003 - 01.2007
Generative AI learning path, Google Cloud Skills, 2023
Nanodegree - Data Product Manager, Udacity, 2022
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