Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Moog Inc.; Town of Aurora (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Bonus opportunities

401(k) matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Health insurance

Job summary

Moog Inc. in East Aurora, NY, seeks an Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a team of 4-5 engineers and drive next-generation manufacturing technologies.

You will research, develop, test, and implement advanced manufacturing solutions to improve production, adapt processes, and deliver results on time. You will report to the Director, collaborate across engineering and operations, manage projects from concept to production, and apply TRL/MRL frameworks while supporting relocation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing engineering, automation, or related fields.
• Ability to lead and mentor others.
• Fundamental knowledge of TRL and MRL concepts.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems, software, electronics, and electromechanical systems.
• General knowledge of AI applications in engineering.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to travel 10-15%.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, test and implement advanced manufacturing technologies across diverse products and processes.
• Manage, advise and prioritize activities for 4-5 Advanced Manufacturing Engineers.
• Communicate and manage technical requirements with collaborators and suppliers for project success.
• Develop relationships with universities, suppliers and research organizations in advanced manufacturing.
• Plan and report on projects from early stages to production implementation.
• Apply TRL and MRL frameworks in project planning and execution.
• Interact with Moog teams across sites to meet business needs and opportunities.
• Support manufacturing improvements leading to productivity gains.
• Travel as technologies and projects require and adapt to changes.

Skills

Engineering leadership

TRL/MRL knowledge

AI in engineering

Manufacturing systems

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Pressure management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

CAD software

Siemens NX

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. For you, 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 Engineering Manager

Reporting To:

Director, AG Advanced Mfg Engng

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Buffalo, NY

Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is in search of an Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to join their team! As an Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you’ll play a critical role in transitioning operations into our next-generation Advanced Integrated Manufacturing (AIM) facility. If you’re passionate about precision, thrive in a collaborative environment, and love solving complex challenges, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Reporting to the Director of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, and embedded within the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Team, the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager will research, develop, test and implement a variety of Advanced Manufacturing technologies to improve or optimize current product and production needs, as well as develop new processes or products at Moog.

The successful candidate will lead and work with a team of project, mechanical, electrical, robotics, controls, and software engineers and collaborate and work projects across other engineering, operations, and project management teams. This position manages a team of 4-5 engineers while performing individual work as well.

This 1st-shift, onsite role in East Aurora, NY with competitive relocation support to help qualified candidates transition smoothly to the NY area.

As an Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager you will:

• Identify, develop, test and implement appropriate Advanced Manufacturing technologies across diverse products and production processes.
• Manage, advise and prioritize activities and projects for 4-5 Advanced Manufacturing Engineers.
• Communicate and manage technical requirements with internal and external collaborators and suppliers for successful project development and execution.
• Develop and maintain relationships with pertinent manufacturing research organizations such as universities, suppliers etc. working in the area of Advanced Manufacturing.
• Plan, develop, and report out on Advanced Manufacturing projects from early to late stages of maturity to production implementation.
• Implement TRL (Technology Readiness Level) and MRL (Manufacturing Readiness Level) frameworks into project planning and execution.
• Interact and interface with Moog employees from other departments, disciplines, sites and divisions to understand business needs and opportunities for Advanced Manufacturing technologies.
• Support continued manufacturing improvement activities involving Advanced Manufacturing technologies resulting in productivity optimization via throughput increase, product quality, or process variation reduction.
• 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.

To be considered for this role, here’s what you typically need to bring with you:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field. Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software/Computer Engineering or Industrial Engineering preferred. Master’s or other advanced degree is highly desirable
• 7+ years of relevant experience including projects in manufacturing engineering, industrial robotics, industrial automation and control systems, or industrial engineering; preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor others.
• Fundamental knowledge of TRL (Technology Readiness Level) and MRL (Manufacturing Readiness Level) concepts and frameworks.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results within deadlines.
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems, mechanical systems, software, electronics, and electromechanical systems.
• General knowledge of AI and practical AI applications in engineering and manufacturing environments.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to be flexible and cope with change. Moog is a fast-paced, dynamic organization.
• Travel 10-15%

It would be great if you also had

• Knowledge of industrial application lasers, optics and metrology systems is also a plus.
• 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.

How We Care for You:

• 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 $125,000.00–$160,000.00 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.

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

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