Defense Chief Engineer
Job Location:
Oakland County, MI - USA
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Job Summary
About Pratt Miller an Oshkosh company
Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports defense and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development engineering prototype manufacturing test & validation and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster.
Pratt Miller Defense is a leader in driving innovation with a talented and dynamic team dedicated to transforming the future of defense solutions. We integrate cutting-edge technologies develop unique toolsets and leverage our expertise in ground vehicles to deliver groundbreaking solutions for our warfighters. We are seeking an entrepreneurial spirit and defense subject matter expert to help align our organization in delivering unique defense solutions and products.
This position reports to the Defense Technical Director and offers opportunities for growth through business unit alignment increased direct reports and strategic partnerships. A successful candidate will be flexible self-directed team-oriented and capable of managing ambiguity. The Chief Engineer plays a crucial role in project execution to ensure customer satisfaction employee engagement and project profitability.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND SKILLS:
Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Assist in market intelligence customer lead generation scope meetings opportunity evaluation and leading proposal efforts.
Oversee the engineering execution of projects ensuring technical approach customer satisfaction quality timing and profitability.
Lead and mentor engineering teams fostering growth and team development.
Plan and formulate engineering programs reviewing product designs for compliance with engineering principles company standards and customer requirements.
Approve design changes specifications and drawing releases.
Coordinate technical development scheduling and resolve engineering design and testing challenges.
Lead the identification of electrical and hybrid vehicle technical architectures and system partitioning.
Develop SWOT analyses and identify competitive advantages proposing PM solutions based on market needs.
Integrate engineering best practices across the organization.
Present technical capabilities and solutions to management customers and partners.
Ensure alignment of project solutions with broader organizational goals industry roadmaps and emerging technologies.
Set technical objectives resolve conflicts and make decisions based on trade studies and requirements.
Coordinate resource forecasting program management and recruiting efforts.
Identify and mitigate technical risks to customer satisfaction and project deliverables.
Lead internal and external technical communications to keep projects on track.
Oversee financials and ensure project profitability.
Manage customer relationships provide status updates and ensure on-time deliverables.
Offer feedback on customer needs and continuous process improvements.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
In addition to the responsibilities mentioned the following qualifications and experience are desired:
Experience in full vehicle design and development including chassis systems propulsion and energy systems.
Expertise in testing evaluation and verification/validation of vehicle systems.
Strong technical background with deep understanding of system engineering systems safety and safety-critical software.
Familiarity with the lean product development process including CAE tools and optimization.
Experience in test and evaluation including developmental and integrated verification strategies.
Hands-on experience in maintaining and repairing systems in the field is an advantage.
Knowledge of functional safety systems associated software and architecture leadership.
Familiarity with industry standards and the ability to build team capabilities.
Solid understanding of vehicle architecture and integration of subsystems.
Expertise in specific areas such as:
Weapon Systems
Combat Vehicle Engineering
Fire Control Systems
Turrets and Ammo Handling Systems
Virtual Environments and Battlefield Systems
Defense AI and Software
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint Outlook).
Ability to communicate strategic vision and convert it into actionable operational plans.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
BS or MS in Mechanical Electrical Aerospace or a similar engineering discipline.
Minimum of 15 years of relevant work experience in the Defense industry.
Ability to obtain Security Clearance.
WORK REQUIREMENTS:
Hybrid work environment; as a leader expected to be in the office 50% or more depending on the program.
Minor or extensive travel may be required depending on the program.
Flexibility to work long hours as needed to meet deadlines.
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Pay Range:
$118600.00 - $204000.00The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range individual pay is determined by various factors including the scope and responsibilities of the role the candidates experience education and skills as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.
Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process please contact our talent acquisition team by email .
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporations legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be U.S. Persons as defined in these regulations. Generally a U.S. Person is a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
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About Company
At Oshkosh, we build some of the industry's toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. And while machines are our business, it’s about building, protecting and serving communities across the world.
