Sr. Product Owner at Oshkosh in Huntersville, NC

Job description

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. Pratt Miller is seeking a Software Product Owner to drive the development of software solutions supporting motorsports competition programs. This role offers the opportunity to lead the delivery of high-impact, cutting-edge tools that enable engineering and race teams to perform at the highest level through reliable, real-time capabilities. The ideal candidate is a technically strong leader with motorsports experience who can help shape product strategy across diverse stakeholders and coordinate with technical leads, developers, and third-party vendors to deliver quality solutions under tight timelines. This individual brings software development operational expertise, strong communication skills, and a commitment to quality in fast-paced, data-sensitive environments. This position will be working within the Pratt Miller Motorsports group and require periods of long hours and engagement with the fast-paced cycle of development for the motorsports programs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Product Leadership & Management Oversee project planning, prioritization, and execution, ensuring work is effectively defined and actionable Manage third-party vendors, including evaluation, contracts, and performance Support hiring, onboarding, and resource planning Strategy, Roadmap & Collaboration Collaborate with Motorsports leadership to define and execute the product roadmap aligned to racing and organizational priorities Align stakeholders on priorities, deliverables, and timelines Stay current on software delivery best practices and drive adoption where beneficial Lead make-vs-buy decisions for new tools and systems Operational Excellence & Race Support Monitor delivery, quality, and system performance metrics Ensure readiness for race events, including deployment, monitoring, issue resolution, and risk mitigation ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, tasks relating to the following area will be. assigned as required: Attendance at Pratt & Miller meetings Education / training Provide feedback on product needs and processes Support Pratt Miller initiatives, marketing events, and general development as necessary ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Desired Education BS or MS in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent field At least 5 years professional or academic experience in Motorsports software tool development or related fast-paced software development field undefined Desired Specialized Knowledge and Skills Experience with motorsports tools, technologies, and trackside support environments. Demonstrated ability to develop, prioritize, and execute product roadmaps across multiple stakeholder groups. Track record of successfully delivering software projects under tight timelines and high-pressure conditions. Experience with third-party vendor integration into the software delivery roadmap. Experience working with sensitive or highly restricted data environments. Solid technical background with software delivery operational expertise. Ability to balance proven technologies with the strategic adoption of emerging solutions. Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and the software development lifecycle. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Self-motivated with the ability to operate independently and drive work forward with minimal direction. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. High attention to detail and commitment to quality. Strong work ethic and collaborative, team-or