At Oshkosh, we build, serve and protect people and communities around the world by designing and manufacturing some of the toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. We employ over 18,000 team members all united by a common purpose. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day.
The Project Manager is responsible for planning, leading, and executing medium to large-scale imbedded software development projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring alignment with business objectives, stakeholder expectations, and (where applicable) government contract and regulatory requirements. This role involves managing software teams and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
YOUR IMPACT
- Takes guidance and work direction from Manager.
- Create and maintain project documentation for project planning, requirements analysis, risk management, issues management, status reporting, project communication, and quality assurance.
- Coordinate and manage internal and external resource to accomplish program objectives, including change management.
- Plans and directs medium to large projects to completion.
- Manages project scope, cost, timeline, integrated schedules, EVM (cost, schedule and materials) and risk assessment.
- Accepts and delegates authority, established priorities for work delegated to others.
- Monitor product quality and process control and suggest improvements as needed.
- Coordinate communication between internal engineering teams and team members as needed.
- Prepare and present program status/issues to internal and customers.
- Identify and coordinate all project scope change requests for approval.
- Participate in project proposal writing efforts as needed.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies, quality standards, and applicable regulations (e.g., ISO, IATF 16949, FAR/DFARS) and support internal/external audits.
- Drive process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in related field
- 4 plus years related work experience
STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS
- PMP Certification
- Strong verbal presentation and written communication skills
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Experience in government or defense contracting; familiarity with FAR/DFARS.
- Proficient with Smartsheet, Primavera P6, Jira, Confluence, and other Atlassian tools.
- Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, macros, VBA) and reporting experience with Power BI or Tableau.
- Knowledge of SDLC, Agile/SCRUM, ECNs, and phase gate processes.
- Understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, or CMMI frameworks.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), SharePoint.
- Experience managing software development projects related to imbedded controller and/or Display development
Pay Range:
$82,900.00 - $134,300.00The 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 accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [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
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- 4 or more years of related work experience
- PMP certification
- Strong verbal presentation and written communication skills
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Experience in government or defense contracting
- Familiarity with FAR and DFARS
- Proficiency with Smartsheet, Primavera P6, Jira, Confluence, and other Atlassian tools
- Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, macros, and VBA
- Reporting experience with Power BI or Tableau
- Knowledge of SDLC, Agile or Scrum, ECNs, and phase-gate processes
- Understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, or CMMI frameworks
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office Suite, and SharePoint
- Experience managing software development projects involving embedded controllers or display development
Oshkosh Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Oshkosh Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Oshkosh Corporation.
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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.
Oshkosh Corporation Insights
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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