Mike Semke
About Mike Semke
Mike Semke serves as the Managing Director of Eaxle Program Management at Allison Transmission, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in cost, pricing, and program management across various companies in the automotive industry.
Current Role at Allison Transmission
Mike Semke serves as the Managing Director of Eaxle Program Management at Allison Transmission. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives and program management efforts. His role involves overseeing the development and implementation of axle technology solutions, ensuring alignment with market demands and operational efficiency. Located in Indianapolis, Indiana, Semke plays a key role in driving innovation within the organization.
Previous Experience in Program Management
Prior to his current role, Mike Semke held various positions in program management across multiple organizations. He worked at Axletech International as Vice President of Global Pricing and Program Management from 2018 to 2019. Before that, he served as Director of Cost, Pricing, and Program Management at Meritor for five months in 2017. His experience also includes a four-year tenure at Fabco Automotive Corporation in a similar capacity, where he focused on cost and pricing strategies.
Education and Academic Background
Mike Semke has a solid educational foundation in engineering and business administration. He earned a Master of Science degree in Engineering from the University of Michigan from 1997 to 1999. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan - Dearborn, completed from 1992 to 1996. Additionally, he obtained a Master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Detroit Mercy, studying from 2002 to 2004.
Career Progression and Industry Experience
Mike Semke has extensive experience in the automotive and defense industries. He began his career at Visteon Corporation, where he worked as a Product Engineer and later as a Business Planning and Strategy Manager. His roles at Axletech International included Program Manager and Sales Manager for Military Programs. Semke's career also includes a managerial position at General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, where he focused on cost and pricing from 2011 to 2013.