Engineer, Defense Products at Allison Transmission in Indianapolis, IN

Engineer, Defense Products Location: Indianapolis, IN JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS Building cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward. What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works. Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward! 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: The Full-Time Defense Engineer will have lead responsibilities, focus on problem investigation, component and transmission systems design, redesign, coordination of activities with Design Graphics, Analysis Group and Engineering Services. This person will also lead engineering design and validation programs. This role will also develop project planning and cost estimates in support of proposal efforts to foster the Defense business. Collaboration with suppliers and customers as well as Product team in support of OS activities will be required in this role. Essential job functions: Coordinates the design, analysis, and validation of major engineering projects. Releases advance product components or line of products. Diagnoses and corrects deficiencies. Provides technical direction to support personnel. Coordinates supportive build programs. Coordinates test and/or development programs. Coordinates engineering projects with other departments or vendors. Maintains communication with vendors and/or customers on a regular basis. Prepare technical data such as qualification test procedures, acceptance test procedures, reports, component maintenance manuals, etc. Other duties as assigned. Education required: Bachelor's degree Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience Education preferred: Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering Required knowledge, skills and abilities: 3+ years’ experience in product engineering Proficient in oral and written business communication Ability to generate clear and concise formal presentations High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual or difficult Deep understanding of engineering theory and principles of design Ability to work independently and with others In-depth knowledge of automatic transmission operation, clutches, controls (both hydraulic and electrical), hydraulics, & gears Ability to effectively work in a team environment Must be a U.S. Person or individual otherwise eligible to be authorized to work with export-controlled items or data [or perform services on military vehicles]. 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. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at ati+ask4max@service-now.com. Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.