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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.

JOB SUMMARY

The NASCAR Program Director will provide overall program leadership across the NASCAR Cup and Truck Series programs. Management of program resources and assets between departments within Pratt Miller, Kaulig Racing, Stellantis and external vendors to execute the NASCAR Cup and Truck Series support program. This position requires the ability to lead engineers and technicians as direct and indirect reports while fostering a collaborative team environment across all stakeholders. The candidate will balance program performance on and off track to ensure engineering, competition and budgetary objectives are achieved.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** :

Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to:

+ Responsible for establishing and maintaining effective customer relationships associated with the Pratt Miller (PM) NASCAR support program

+ Management of PM NASCAR support personnel including responsibility for department organization structure, recruiting, and development/training of the PM NASCAR staff (supported by PM Human Resources Department)

+ Work closely with the PM Engineering leadership team in the planning and successful execution of technical support program deliverables

+ Work with PM Engineering leaders (software tools, simulation, DIL Simulator, aerodynamics, tire engineering, design, manufacturing etc.) to plan and coordinate matrixed resources as required in support of NASCAR programs and projects

+ Coordination and optimal allocation of PM NASCAR resources towards customer objectives

+ Management of department business activities in conjunction with and supported by PM Finance department and Motorsports Business Unit leadership

+ Responsible for regular status updates to PM NASCAR customers and PM leadership

+ Attend approximately 12 NASCAR Cup and Truck series race events per year

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Leading and Attendance at Pratt Miller and customer meetings

+ Education / training

+ Provide feedback on NASCAR program needs and processes

+ Support Pratt Miller initiatives, marketing events, and general development as necessary

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Desired Education

+ BS or MS in Mechanical, Aerospace or Automotive Engineering

+ 7+ years of professional experience in top-level auto racing (NASCAR, F1, IMSA, IndyCar)

+ 2+ years of experience in NASCAR Sprint Cup

+ 3+ years of motorsport management or leadership experience

Desired Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

+ Experience with engineering methods typically used in race vehicle performance development (simulation, aerodynamic development, chassis development, etc.)

+ Demonstrated leadership experience and a proven track record of working with development teams to execute engineering projects/programs

+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

+ Ability to work independently and move projects forward with little direction

+ Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills for communicating with customers, race teams and Pratt Miller team members

+ Overall experience with managing technical teams

Work Environment / Physical Demands:

+ Stress may occur periodically

+ Long hours may be required at times

+ Travel is required but would vary on support needs. Total travel commitments can range from 50 to 100 days a year.

+ Work environment can vary between group and individual assignments and tasks

Other Requirements

+ Ability to travel outside of continental US with no restrictions

Pay Range:

$136,800.00 - $253,200.00

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.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email [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.