Sr. Systems Engineer - HMI; Instrument Cluster
Listed on 2026-07-26
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Engineering
Systems Engineer
Senior Systems Engineer Specializing In Human Machine Interface (Hmi)
Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.
As a Senior Systems Engineer specializing in Human Machine Interface (HMI) at Oshkosh Transport, you will get the opportunity to develop in-cabin digital experiences that support role-specific workflows for drivers, operators, and support personnel across targeted industries. You will define, integrate, and evaluate electronic control modules and network architecture on Oshkosh Transport vehicle programs from early development through launch.
You will have a deep understanding of automotive driver information systems, including instrument clusters and infotainment, along with experience developing control modules within complex vehicle architectures.
Your Impact:
- Design and deliver role-based user experiences tailored to delivery drivers, fleet operators, and other industry-specific users.
- Lead the systems engineering effort associated with instrument cluster, secondary displays, UX, digital cockpit experience, and device integration.
- Write, review, and manage requirements in a requirements management tool.
- Review supplier specifications and guide internal teams for integration of the control modules with the rest of the vehicle system.
- Review test cases and guide the vehicle verification and validation team for proper execution of test cases.
- Ensure traceability of requirements and validation results.
- Support system level safety analysis along with the functional safety team.
- Plan and coordinate version control for the various modules with the suppliers.
- Document and generate tickets to address requirements, testing, or configuration issues.
- Take initiatives to bring open issues to proper closure.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Accredited Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with five (5) or more years of related experience.
- 15% travel expected to support the program.
- In-person support in Oshkosh, WI or New Hudson, MI will be required as needed.
Standout Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in automotive field in systems engineering, calibration, or software development.
- Experience in requirements management in an industry standard tool.
- Experience in model-based systems engineering tools.
- Experience working with CAN communication and protocols.
- Strong presentation and communication skills.
- Master's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, software or comparable.
- Expert knowledge of Jama Connect or DOORS Next Gen requirements management tools.
- Expert knowledge of tools such as Vector CANalyzer, CANoe, PEAK PCAN, or Kvaser CANKing for diagnostics and troubleshooting.
- Expert knowledge of Magic Draw as model-based systems engineering tool.
- Experience with OEM or Tier 1 processes and procedures.
- Experience with Ford electrical architecture and control systems.
- Experience with automotive connectivity to third party devices.
- Experience with ISO 26262 functional safety lifecycle.
Core Competencies:
- Internal Contacts:
Contact with peers and others involving explanation of information (these contacts may be within or outside department or division), and the gathering of factual information; may include the communication of sensitive or confidential information. - External Contacts:
Limited external contact to gather information, answer queries, or ask assistance. - Communication
Skills:
Read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos;
Read and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions and procedure manuals;
Write routine reports, correspondence and speak effectively before both internal and external groups;
Read, analyze and interpret business manuals, technical procedures and/or government regulations:
Read, analyze and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents. - Decision-Making:
Regularly makes significant decisions and final results, typically affecting the entire department. Available guides or precedents are limited. Has authority over the allocation of resources. - Complexity, Judgment and Problem Solving:
Work requires the ability to plan and perform work in light of new or constantly changing problems, work from broad instruction, and deal with complex factors not easily evaluated. Decisions require considerable judgment, initiative and ingenuity in areas there is little precedent. - Supervisory/Managerial:
General instructing, scheduling, and reviewing the work of others performing the same or directly related work. Acts as "lead worker".
Working Conditions:
- Physical Demands:
Frequent:
Standing, Walking/Running, Sitting, Reaching, Hearing, Talking, Visual,…
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