Mechanical Systems Engineer

Moog Military Aircraft LLC; Torrance (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

401(k) matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Relocation assistance

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Moog in Torrance, CA is seeking a Mechanical Systems Engineer to help develop the next generation of hydraulic and electromechanical actuation systems for military aircraft. The role reports to the Mechanical Systems Engineering Section Head and follows a 9/80 hybrid schedule.

You will work with experienced engineers across the full product lifecycle, translate requirements into verified designs, and present findings to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related STEM field.
• 3+ years of engineering experience, preferably in aerospace or defense product development.
• Experience across requirements development, design, integration, testing, verification, and validation.

Responsibilities

• Support development, integration, and verification of hydraulic and electromechanical actuation systems.
• Translate customer and system needs into clear, traceable engineering requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product development efforts.
• Develop verification strategies, requirements traceability, and qualification plans.
• Create and execute test plans to verify system performance and compliance.
• Analyze test results and generate technical reports and presentations.
• Support system integration, troubleshooting, and root cause investigations.
• Present technical information to internal stakeholders and customers.
• Travel approx. 5–15% to Moog and customer locations in the U.S.

Skills

Aerospace experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

DOORS

Cameo

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: Mechanical Systems Engineer. Reporting To: Section Head, Mech Systems Engineering. Work Schedule: Hybrid - Torrance, CA. Our team in Military Aircraft Group is looking for a Mechanical Systems Engineer to help develop the next generation of flight control and weapons bay actuations systems for military aircraft. You will report to the Mechanical Systems Engineering Section Head and will have a 9/80 hybrid work schedule in Torrance, CA. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to advanced new product development programs from concept through qualification. You'll work alongside experienced engineers to solve complex technical challenges, influence system design decisions, and play a key role in delivering high-performance hydraulic and electromechanical actuator systems to our customers. At Moog, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace systems that directly support military aircraft programs. You'll partner with experienced engineers, contribute to meaningful technical decisions, and gain exposure across the full product development lifecycle while helping bring innovative technologies from concept to flight.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development, integration, and verification of advanced hydraulic and electromechanical actuation systems
• Translate customer and system needs into clear, traceable engineering requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and engineering groups across Moog sites to drive product development efforts
• Develop verification strategies, requirements traceability documentation, and qualification plans
• Create and execute test plans and procedures to verify system performance and compliance
• Analyze test results and generate clear, concise technical reports and presentations
• Support system integration activities, troubleshooting efforts, and root cause investigations
• Present technical information to internal stakeholders and customers
• Travel approximately 5-15% to Moog and customer locations, primarily within the United States

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or another STEM discipline
• 3+ years of engineering experience, preferably supporting aerospace or defense product development programs
• Experience with one or more phases of the product development lifecycle, including requirements development, system design, integration, testing, verification, and validation
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment

Preferred Experience

• Experience developing or verifying aerospace actuation, flight control, or other complex aerospace systems
• Familiarity with requirements management and systems engineering tools such as DOORS and Cameo
• Experience working with safety-critical or mission-critical systems
• Hands-on experience testing hydraulic and/or electromechanical systems
• Experience supporting new product development within the aerospace or defense industry

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: Torrance, CA $90,000.00-$135,000.00 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.

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