Senior Defense Product Integration Engineer

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Benefits:
The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.
Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
Employer HSA contribution
Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-Term Disability
Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
401K with generous Company match & contribution
Accrued Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
Robust employee wellness program
Tuition assistance program
Job Description:
As a key member of the Defense Product Integration Engineering team, you will focus on planning and execution of cross-drive transmission integration development and validation into powerpacks and vehicles. You will be the subject matter expert in performance, integration and optimization of the transmission in the powertrain system. Ensuring optimized transmission integration and electronic controls are implemented to improve drivability, reliability, and performance for targeted applications. Key contributions may involve designing tests, performing validation activities, analyzing data, summarizing and reporting results, and collaborating with customers and OEM's. You will lead the investigation of fielded product issues, taking and analyzing data, compiling results, developing recommendations and producing reports.
Key Responsibilities:
Assess program opportunity requirements in support of technical solution development
Use Allison developed tools to develop vehicle predictive performance
Work directly with internal and external customers to develop and execute project plans
Travel as required to complete installation reviews and perform product evaluations
Create, optimize, and validate product calibrations
Diagnose and address product findings
Prepare technical data packages, such as installation documents, test procedures, performance specifications and assist in product technical data creation
Key Performance Measures:
· On-time program deliveries
· Alignment of solutions with technical objectives
· Thorough and organized documentation of owned applications
· Appropriate risk analysis and decision quality
Competencies and Behaviors:
· Detail oriented
· Ability to manage risk and deal with ambiguity
· Ability to switch between tasks quickly and effectively
· Effective at prioritizing work
· Ability to lead internal and external customers to meet program timing and issue resolution
Qualifications:
· BS or MS Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
· Proficiency in written and spoken business communication skills
· Experience in powertrain design engineering and/or test
· Experience with data analysis and tools
Experience:
· 7+ years with BS or MS Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
· Proficiency in written and spoken business communication skills
· Experience in powertrain design engineering and/or test
· Experience with data analysis and tools
Travel or Physical Demands:
Up to 25%
Office/Manufacturing Environment
Requires permanent USA resident status
Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.
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