Oshkosh plans new Warren tech center for military trucks

Thursday, March 18, 2010 | Source: metromode
Oshkosh plans to move its Metro Detroit office to a bigger and better facility in Warren, one that will bring millions of dollars in investment and create dozens of new jobs.

The defense contractor already has an office in Warren, but is moving it to a new $6.5 million facility that will specialize in technical development of military vehicles like army trucks. The deal, made possible thanks to a $6.4 million state tax credit over 12 years, is expected to create 190 new jobs. The Wisconsin-based company was also considering a competing site in Wisconsin.

Oshkosh manufactures and markets commercial, emergency, and military vehicles and equipment. The new tech center will work the company's Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles, such as Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck, Heavy Equipment Transporter, and Palletized Load System.

Macomb County has long been a bit of hub for military-focused companies, specifically because of the TACOM in Warren. However, increasing numbers of defense contractors have been setting up shop in Macomb County, particularly in places like Warren and Sterling Heights.

Source: Oshkosh
Writer: Jon Zemke
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