Embedded Software & Controls Lead - Defense

The Defense Controls Engineer Team Lead will oversee a small team responsible for controls and software development, system integration, characterization, and testing. This position requires a deep understanding of embedded systems, control theory, and real-time software design. In addition to technical leadership, the role provides direct supervision and career development to 2-7 direct reports, supporting performance management, recruitment, and process development., * Leadership

• Manage performance, development, and goal setting of direct reports
• Mentor and develop technical capabilities within the team
• Assist with employee retention and recruitment
• Assist with budget and department goal setting

• Controls Software Technical Leadership

• Lead technical execution of embedded controls and software scope
• Estimate effort and identifies required skillsets required
• Work with cross functional project leads to ensure project success
• Define controls architecture, platform, and functionality
• Ensure compliance with software standards and program requirements
• Support customer interactions, technical reviews, and proposal efforts

• System Simulation and Modeling

• Formulate multi-domain models of mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems
• 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, * Embedded software in C/C++ on microcontrollers, Linux, or RTOS-based platforms

• System modeling and simulation in MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow

• Embedded Model-Based Development tools (Simulink/Stateflow Coder, MotoHawk, Raptor, OpenECU, dSPACE)

• Vehicle/system level simulation (ADAMS, Dymola, CarSim/ TruckSim, FMI/FMU)
• 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
• Expertise in specific areas such as:

• Weapon Systems
• Combat Vehicle Engineering
• Fire Control Systems
• Turrets and Ammo Handling Systems

• BS or MS in Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Mechatronic Systems
• 6+ years of engineering experience, * 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 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

• 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

Pay Range: $104,100.00 - $173,900.00

The 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.

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., 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. You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply Review for Pratt Miller Review for Pratt Miller, New Hudson, MI Review for Engineering Lead at Pratt Miller Review for Engineering Lead at Pratt Miller, New Hudson, MI Salaries for Pratt Miller Salaries for Pratt Miller, New Hudson, MI Salaries for Engineering Lead at Pratt Miller