Full-Time

Quality Engineer

Manufacturing

Oshkosh

Oshkosh

5,001-10,000 employees

Designs and manufactures purpose-built vehicles

Compensation Overview

$64.5k - $103.5k/yr

Murfreesboro, TN, USA

In Person

On-site in Murfreesboro, Tennessee; no remote work.

Bachelor's

Category
QA & Testing (1)
Required Skills
Data Analysis

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Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, Quality or related field from an accredited institution.
  • Three (3) or more years of experience.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct and/or oversee quality control testing, detection and defect prevention.
  • Respond to quality process nonconformance issues in an expedient manner. Analyze and lead implementation of effective solutions.
  • Construct quality data tracking, analysis, reporting, root cause investigation, corrective/preventive action & effectiveness verification, and develop quality standard operating procedures.
  • Ability to validate product conformance to design requirements utilizing advance measurement technologies such as 3-D scanning, CMM, etc.
  • Communicate effectively and work inter-functionally with Employee Teams, Quality, Engineering, Global Procurement & Supply Chain (GPSC), Contracts, Sales and Manufacturing to resolve quality related issues, deficiencies and improve processes.
  • Facilitate quality led forums with various teams providing business impact, risk assessment and data-based guidance, identifying where there are largest opportunities, such as to increase first pass yield, reduce defects per unit, and achieve strategic deployment business targets.
  • Perform process capability studies internally and externally.
  • Design and improve process inputs to gain desired outcome.
  • Improve processes to reduce common cause variability and eliminate special cause.
  • Establish control plans to prevent process backsliding for consolidation of gains.
  • Analyze process constraints and develop standards to overcome constraints.
  • Investigate/analyze and benchmark industry practices for process validation assessments.
  • Implement effective corrective and preventative actions utilizing structured planning methods.
  • Support supplier quality processes and interface with GPSC. Partner to set purchase specifications, PPAP, and manage receiving inspections quality audits and define quality contractual requirements.
  • Contribute to maintenance of ISO/IATF certifications and compliance.
Desired Qualifications
  • Advanced training/experience in the use of statistical techniques and process improvement methods
  • Interpret technical drawings including characteristics such as views, title blocks, dimensioning, GD&T symbols, etc. Interpret specification requirements in relation to product and process characteristics.
  • Must have experience with and be able to exhibit the use of structured problem-solving techniques utilizing computer applications.
  • Six sigma certification & CQE

Oshkosh Corporation designs and manufactures purpose-built vehicles and equipment for specialized markets, including defense, fire and emergency services, access equipment, refuse collection, concrete placement, and aviation ground support. It sells its high-value, durable vehicles directly to government agencies, municipalities, and private sector clients. The company differentiates itself through ongoing product development, a strong focus on quality, and community programs like the Youth Apprentice. Its goal is to provide reliable, efficient, purpose-built solutions that meet the evolving needs of essential operations.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Founded

1917

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What believers are saying

  • July 28, 2026 revenue rose 6.7% to $2.92 billion, beating estimates.
  • August 6, 2026 Nextera investment extends Oshkosh's autonomy and AI roadmap.
  • Marine Corps orders, including $92 million ROGUE-Fires, support defense backlog through 2031.

What critics are saying

  • Access operating income fell 66.3% in Q1 2026 from pricing and mix.
  • UAW arbitration on July 29, 2026 escalates labor friction at Oshkosh Defense.
  • USPS NGDV ramp and Marine Corps contracts concentrate earnings on government execution.

What makes Oshkosh unique

  • JLG's ClearSky Smart Fleet and Nextera AI create connected job sites.
  • Oshkosh Defense fields ROGUE-Fires, the military's only semi-autonomous fires platform.
  • Pierce, McNeilus, and AeroTech span fire, refuse, and airport niches.

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StreetInsider
Aug 6th, 2026
Oshkosh Corporation invests in Nextera Robotics to advance AI-powered autonomous construction sites

Oshkosh Corporation has made a strategic equity investment in Nextera Robotics, a Boston-based AI and robotics company developing autonomous technologies for construction sites. The investment aims to advance Oshkosh's vision for the job site of the future by combining intelligent machines, autonomous robotics and AI-powered insights. Nextera's Didge platform uses autonomous mobile robots with vision-based AI to provide safety monitoring, quality control, progress tracking and real-time reporting. These capabilities will complement JLG's ClearSky Smart Fleet, JLG being Oshkosh's mobile elevating work platforms and telehandlers division. The collaboration reflects Oshkosh's open innovation approach, pairing internal engineering with strategic partnerships to accelerate technology commercialisation. Oshkosh believes these capabilities could create value across its portfolio over time. The investment will be featured at Oshkosh Corporation's CES 2027 experience.

Business Wire
Aug 6th, 2026
Oshkosh Corporation advances job site of the future vision with strategic equity investment in Nextera Robotics.

Oshkosh Corporation advances job site of the future vision with strategic equity investment in Nextera Robotics. * Strengthens Oshkosh's leadership in autonomy, AI and connectivity * Complements JLG's strategy for the future of job sites * Demonstrates Oshkosh's open innovation model for accelerating technology commercialization OSHKOSH, Wis.-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK), a global industrial technology company that develops purpose-built vehicles, equipment and services, today announced a strategic equity investment in Nextera Robotics, an artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics company developing autonomous technologies for construction project management and job site intelligence. The investment reflects Oshkosh's disciplined approach to innovation, combining internal engineering expertise with strategic investments and partnerships to accelerate the development and commercialization of breakthrough technologies. It also strengthens the company's leadership in autonomy, AI and connectivity while advancing its vision for the job site of the future. "The future of construction isn't defined by connected equipment alone; it's defined by connected job sites, where intelligent machines, autonomous robotics and AI-powered insights work together to improve safety, productivity and project execution," said Jay Iyengar, executive vice president and chief technology and strategic sourcing officer, Oshkosh Corporation. "This investment reflects our open innovation approach to partnering with companies that complement our engineering capabilities and accelerate the commercialization of emerging technologies. While this investment is initially focused on the job site of the future, we believe these capabilities have the potential to create value across the Oshkosh portfolio over time." Nextera was selected for its expertise in autonomous robotics, AI-enabled job site intelligence and scalable software that complements the connected equipment ecosystem of JLG, a leading global manufacturer of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) and telehandlers. Its Didge(TM) platform combines autonomous mobile robots with advanced vision-based AI and AI-powered analytics to provide safety monitoring, quality control, progress tracking, digital documentation and real-time reporting. Together with JLG's ClearSky Smart Fleet(TM), these capabilities provide customers with a more complete view of equipment performance and overall job site activity. The collaboration builds on Oshkosh's growing portfolio of robotics and automation investments, which will be showcased as part of Oshkosh Corporation's CES 2027 experience. About Oshkosh Corporation At Oshkosh (NYSE: OSK), Business Wire, Inc. design, develop and deliver purpose-built vehicles, equipment and services that help everyday heroes build, serve and protect communities around the world. Headquartered in Wisconsin, Oshkosh Corporation employs over 19,000 team members worldwide, all united behind a common purpose: to make a difference in people's lives. Oshkosh products can be found in more than 150 countries under the brands of JLG(R), Pierce(R), MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh(R) S-Series(TM), McNeilus(R), IMT(R), Jerr-Dan(R), Frontline(TM) Communications, Oshkosh(R) Airport Products, Oshkosh AeroTech(TM), Oshkosh(R) Defense and Pratt Miller. For more information, visit oshkoshcorp.com. About Nextera Robotics Nextera Robotics is a Boston-based technology company developing autonomous robotics and AI solutions for the construction industry. Its Didge(TM) platform combines autonomous robots with AI-powered software to automate construction site data collection and deliver insights that help improve safety, quality, project visibility and decision-making throughout the construction lifecycle. Forward Looking Statements This news release contains statements that the Company believes to be "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact, including, without limitation, statements regarding the Company's future financial position, business strategy, targets, projected sales, costs, earnings, capital expenditures, debt levels and cash flows, and plans and objectives of management for future operations, are forward-looking statements. When used in this news release, words such as "may," "will," "expect," "intend," "estimate," "anticipate," "believe," "should," "project" or "plan" or the negative thereof or variations thereon or similar terminology are generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties, assumptions, and other factors, some of which are beyond the Company's control, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These factors include risks related to the Company's ability to successfully execute on its strategic road map and meet its long-term financial goals. Additional information concerning these and other factors is contained in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its most recent Form 10-K. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this news release. The Company assumes no obligation, and disclaims any obligation, to update information contained in this news release. Investors should be aware that the Company may not update such information until the Company's next quarterly earnings conference call, if at all. Contacts. Financial: Patrick Davidson Senior Vice President, Investor Relations 920.502.3266 Media: Tim Gilman Senior Manager, Communications and Branding 920-509-0617 More News From Oshkosh Corporation OSHKOSH, Wis.-( BUSINESS WIRE )-Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK), a leading innovator of purpose-built vehicles and equipment, today reported 2026 second quarter net income of $183.2 million, or $2.92 per diluted share, compared to net income of $204.8 million, or $3.16 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2025. Adjusted1 net income was $180.1 million, or $2.87 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2026 compared to $220.6 million, or $3.41 per diluted share, for the second quarter... OSHKOSH, Wis.-( BUSINESS WIRE )-Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK), a global industrial technology company that develops purpose-built vehicles, equipment and services, will issue its second quarter 2026 financial results on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. The results will be discussed during a live webcast that day beginning at 9:00 a.m. EDT. To access the webcast, investors should go to investors.oshkoshcorp.com approximately 15 minutes prior to the event. Slides for the webcast will be available on the... PARIS-( BUSINESS WIRE )-As European and allied forces accelerate modernization efforts in response to evolving operational threats, Oshkosh Defense LLC, an Oshkosh Corporation [NYSE: OSK] business, will showcase proven tactical mobility solutions at Eurosatory 2026 designed to support interoperability, distributed operations and future battlefield requirements, without the risk and long development timelines of entirely new vehicle programs. For decades, Oshkosh Defense has supported allied mil...

Yahoo Finance
Jul 12th, 2026
Caterpillar vs Oshkosh: Which industrials stock is the better buy in 2026?

Caterpillar and Oshkosh present different investment profiles for 2026. Caterpillar dominates global construction and mining equipment with revenue of $67.6 billion in FY 2025, up 4.3% year-on-year, and net income of $8.9 billion. The company maintains a current ratio of 1.4x and generated $10.3 billion in free cash flow, though its net margin fell to 13.1% from 16.7% in 2024. Oshkosh specialises in purpose-built vehicles for defence and fire services, deriving 20% of sales from the US government. FY 2025 revenue declined 2.9% to $10.4 billion, with net income of $647 million and a 6.2% margin. Oshkosh's balance sheet appears stronger with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.3x versus Caterpillar's 2.0x, and a current ratio of 1.9x. The choice depends on preference for diversified scale or specialised government contracts.

American Market News
Jun 22nd, 2026
True Vision MN LLC Makes New Investment in Oshkosh Corporation $OSK

True Vision MN LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK – Free Report) during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor purchased 3,856 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $568,000. A number of other institutional investors and hedge […]

Yahoo Finance
Jun 8th, 2026
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