Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Moog Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance coverage

Tuition Assistance

Flexible paid time off

Job summary

Moog Inc. in Buffalo, NY, is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to improve production processes. This role involves research, development, and implementation of Advanced Manufacturing technologies.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least three years of relevant experience. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, a 401k plan, and opportunities for professional development.

Join a culture focused on development and innovation at Moog!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field required, Mechanical or Electrical preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and mechanical systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and implement Advanced Manufacturing technologies.
• Support manufacturing improvements to optimize productivity.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on Advanced Manufacturing projects.

Skills

Industrial automation

Control systems

Effective communication

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field

Tools

CAD software

Siemens NX

Ignition

Fanuc

Rockwell Automation

Job description

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. Working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Reporting To

Engineer, Mfg. Project (Director of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering or delegate)

Work Schedule

Onsite – Buffalo, NY (first shift, East Aurora NY location)

Position Overview

Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is in search of an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to join their team. Reporting to the Director of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering or delegate, and embedded within the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Team, the individual will research, develop, test and implement a variety of Advanced Manufacturing technologies to improve or optimize current production needs or develop new products within the Military Aircraft Group. The successful candidate will work under supervision of Senior Engineers on a team of project, mechanical, electrical, robotics, controls, and software engineers and collaborate and work projects across other engineering and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identification, development, testing and implementation of appropriate Advanced Manufacturing technologies for application in Military Aircraft Group products and production processes.
• Support continued manufacturing improvement activities involving Advanced Manufacturing technologies resulting in productivity optimization via throughput increase, product quality, or process variation reduction.
• Collaborate with Senior Engineers and Project Management to plan, develop, and report on Advanced Manufacturing projects from early to late stages of maturity to production implementation.
• Interact and interface with Moog employees from other departments, disciplines, sites and divisions to understand business needs and opportunities for Advanced Manufacturing technologies.
• Become intimately and fundamentally knowledgeable of Moog’s products, designs, and customers’ needs to identify and prioritize Advanced Manufacturing projects for the largest impact to organizational and operational goals and objectives.
• Travel may be required as technologies and projects are being researched, developed, implemented, and tested.
• Work effectively in a cross-functional matrix organization with other teams and sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field. Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Software Engineering preferred.
• Plus 3 years of relevant experience including projects in industrial automation and control systems, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Focused scholastic research or internships/co‑op experience will be considered.
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems, mechanical systems, electronics, and electromechanical systems experience preferred.
• Conceptual understanding of computer programming and software development relating to manufacturing systems. Practical computer programming experience is a plus.
• CAD software knowledge and experience. Siemens NX experience a plus.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results within deadlines.
• Ability and willingness to be flexible and cope with change. Moog is a fast‑paced, dynamic organization.
• Less than 10% travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of TRL (Technology Readiness Level) and MRL (Manufacturing Readiness Level) concepts frameworks.
• Ignition, Fanuc, and Rockwell Automation experience is desired.

Benefits

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs.
• Culture: Warm, respectful, family‑like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.

Salary Range Transparency

Buffalo, NY $65,000.00–$94,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region‑specific benefits.

Security Requirement

This position requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844-367-5787.