Software Project Lead-Defense

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 is seeking a qualified Software Project Lead to join our team, supporting a variety of software projects across the defense industry. This position will contribute to the development of software solutions, working in a collaborative team environment to deliver high-quality products throughout the full product lifecycle. The Software Project Lead will collaborate closely with engineering and manufacturing teams, as well as with external partners, to ensure successful delivery of software solutions in defense engineering projects. A successful candidate will be a self-starter with strong technical expertise and a focus on continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & SKILLS:

Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Implement, verify, and deliver software solutions individually or as part of a team.
• Collaborate with project teams to support software solutions across defense initiatives.
• Promote adherence to process, patterns, practices, and technologies for delivering solutions.
• Collaborate with the Technical Lead to identify the technology and skills needed for solution delivery.
• Participate in requirements gathering sessions with stakeholders to provide insights into potential solutions.
• Work effectively with both internal and external teams, including remote partners.
• Ensure the execution of code reviews, design reviews, and product requirement discussions.
• Use agile methodologies to manage workflows and improve team productivity.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, tackling challenges with minimal guidance and demonstrating an entrepreneurial mindset.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in software engineering or related field.
• Experience in the defense or aerospace industry is a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with Agile frameworks and working in engineering prototype environments.
• Experience with Agile practices in the delivery of technical software solutions.
• Knowledge of software engineering practices, including CI/CD, unit testing, and version control.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and simulation tools is a plus.
• Knowledge of defense-specific requirements and experience with DoD projects is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Position requires occasional or frequent moderate physical activity.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

• Daytime schedule Monday-Friday with flexibility to work longer hours and weekends during peak project deliverable durations or offsite testing trips.
• Work will be onsite in New Hudson, MI
• Monthly travel may be required and will vary based on project requirements.

Pay Range:

$92,600.00 - $154,400.00

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.

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