Product Intern — Defense & Mobility Systems

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 25,000 - 51,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation seeks a Product Intern for Summer 2027 at Pratt Miller, an Oshkosh company, to join a cross-functional engineering and manufacturing team focused on low-volume production programs. You will engage in prototype design, testing, BOM creation, and early-stage design for manufacturability, while collaborating with suppliers and customers.

Trending focus areas include defense product lines such as vehicle upfit kits and radar systems.

Qualifications

Broad knowledge of automotive/military vehicle systems engineering.
Previous experience with low-volume production programs is highly desired.
Knowledge of Product Development Tools and Processes is essential.
Strong technical writing, communication, organization and customer service skills.
Proficiency with ERP tools and MS Office.
Understanding of ITAR Licensing classifications.
US Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required.

Responsibilities

Manage and track all program requirements.
Participate in all prototype design, build, testing, and development activities.
Help influence the product design in the early stages with focus on manufacturability, commonality, quality, and lessons learned.
Create and maintain BOM’s with critical component information.
Work with purchasing on supplier selection and production parts procurement.
Support and understand all phases of the production fabrication, manufacturing, and assembly process.
Own product cost targets and execute a plan to meet/exceed them.
Track incoming and in-process quality metrics.
Determine and implement corrective actions as needed and generate ECR’s.
Ensure early prototype design and build efforts are transferable to Low Rate Production.
Lead core production team meetings and be the conduit that unites all key functions.
Direct customer interface with in-person support in remote and international locations.
Manage product warranty, scrap, obsolescence, and spares activity.
Ask the hard questions and challenge team members to drive accountability/ownership.
Function as the product expert.