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.
The Senior Embedded Software & Controls Tech Specialist will be responsible for the design, development, implementation, and validation of embedded control systems for defense applications. This role requires deep expertise in classical and modern control theory, real-time embedded systems, and system-level integration. The position is highly technical and hands-on, supporting the full lifecycle from modeling and algorithm development through hardware integration and vehicle-level deployment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND SKILLS: Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Controls System Design & Development
- Implement control algorithms using classic and modern control techniques
- Perform stability, robustness, and performance analysis
- Design and tune multi-loop and multi-axis control architectures
- Deploy control algorithms using Simulink and embedded C/C++ environments
- Develop and validate control strategies through SIL, HIL, bench, and vehicle testing
- Support system commissioning, calibration, and field troubleshooting
- System Simulation and Modeling
- Develop state-space and frequency-domain models of electromechanical, hydraulic, and vehicle systems through physical modeling and system identification methods
- Identify performance metrics and system specifications from model results
- Model correlation and validation to test data
- Use models to develop and test controls algorithms
- System Hardware Integration
- Support design, selection, and integration of electronic components
- Communicate mechanical requirements of system to design staff
- Identify controller hardware to meet I/O and computational requirements
- Troubleshoot and resolve system and electrical issues
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
- MS or PhD in Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Mechatronic Systems
- 8+ years of engineering experience
DESIRED SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
- Control system modeling and simulation in MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow
- Classical control techniques including PID, lead–lag compensation, loop shaping, root locus design, feedforward control, and cascaded loop architectures
- Modern control techniques including state-space modeling, LQR/LQG, Kalman Filtering, Model Predictive Control (MPC), robust control and MIMO system design
- Numerical optimization methods for parameter fitting and control tuning
- Embedded Model-Based Development tools (Simulink/Stateflow Coder, MotoHawk, Raptor, OpenECU, dSPACE)
- Embedded software in C/C++ on microcontrollers, Linux, or RTOS-based platforms
- Expertise in specific areas such as:
- Weapon Systems
- Combat Vehicle Engineering
- Fire Control Systems
- Turrets and Ammo Handling Systems
- Knowledge of MIL Standards for software, electronics, communications, cyber and functional safety (MIL-STD-498, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-882E, DO-178C, DO-254)
- Experience delivering defense software CDRLs
- Networking protocols and standards (Ethernet, TCP/IP, UDP, EtherCAT, DDS, TSN)
- Automotive protocols (CAN, LIN, J1939, XCP/CCP) and Tools (Vector, Kvaser, INCA)
- Actuator controls (motors, valves) and by-wire design
- Electric and Hybrid vehicle architecture
- Vehicle/system level simulation (ADAMS, Dymola, CarSim/ TruckSim, FMI/FMU)
- Vehicle and system troubleshooting experience
- Electrical/Mechanical/Hydraulic/Pneumatic system design and simulation
- Data acquisition hardware and software experience
- Must meet the requirements for obtaining US Government clearance
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Position requires light physical activity
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:
- Daytime schedule Monday-Friday with infrequent night/weekend work for project surge support and additional effort as needed to achieve deadlines
- Some travel as required or on-site customer work
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Pay Range:
$104,100.00 - $173,900.00The 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 candidate's 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 [email protected].
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job 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 Corporation's 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.
Skills Required
- MS or PhD in Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Mechatronic Systems
- 8+ years of engineering experience
- Deep expertise in classical and modern control theory (PID, LQR, Kalman, MPC, robust/MIMO design)
- Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow
- Embedded software development in C/C++ on microcontrollers, Linux, or RTOS platforms
- Experience with SIL, HIL, bench, and vehicle testing and validation
- Must meet requirements for obtaining US Government clearance
- Knowledge of MIL standards (MIL-STD-498, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-882E, DO-178C, DO-254)
- Experience with model-based development tools and embedded toolchains (Simulink/Stateflow Coder, MotoHawk, Raptor, OpenECU, dSPACE)
- Experience delivering defense software CDRLs
- Familiarity with networking and fieldbus protocols (Ethernet/TCP-IP/UDP, EtherCAT, DDS, TSN)
- Familiarity with automotive protocols and tools (CAN, LIN, J1939, XCP/CCP, Vector, Kvaser, INCA)
- Experience with vehicle/system-level simulation tools (ADAMS, Dymola, CarSim/TruckSim, FMI/FMU)
- Actuator controls, by-wire design, and vehicle-level troubleshooting experience
Oshkosh Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as broad, including medical, dental, and vision options alongside disability and life insurance. Voluntary add-ons such as accident/critical illness coverage, pet insurance, and an employee assistance program further expand coverage breadth.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with employer matching and an employee stock purchase plan, alongside performance bonuses. Profit sharing and legacy pension arrangements are also referenced, suggesting multiple pathways for long-term financial support.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports include flexible work schedules, some remote work options, fitness stipends, and wellness programs. Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support add value that complements cash compensation.
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What We Do
Oshkosh Corporation is an industrial technology company that builds some of the industry’s toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. We serve our everyday heroes – soldiers, firefighters, people working at great height, environmental and refuse workers – through incredible technology. And with a portfolio of leading brands, we can uniquely take innovation from one brand and apply it across our portfolio.
Why Work With Us
We make equipment that moves the world forward. With ~15,000 team members united under our People First culture, a career at Oshkosh is an opportunity to do more than just impact industries -- it's an opportunity to make a difference in the world around you, protecting those who protect us.
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