Propulsion Systems Chief Engineer - Technical Leader

Moog Military Aircraft LLC; East Aurora (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Moog Military Aircraft LLC in Buffalo, NY seeks a Propulsion Systems Chief Engineer to lead propulsion system products across development, production, and sustainment, ensuring product integrity and technical excellence.

The role drives technology roadmaps, collaborates with engineering leadership, and mentors talent to deliver mission-critical aerospace solutions while upholding Moog's standards and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Subject matter expertise within propulsion, actuation, aerospace systems, controls, or related technologies.
• Experience serving as Chief Engineer, Technical Director, Lead Systems Engineer, or equivalent leadership role.
• Active U.S. Government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical authority for propulsion system products and programs across development, production, and sustainment activities.
• Be accountable for product integrity throughout the entire product lifecycle, from research and development through production and aftermarket support.
• Lead technical execution of large, complex engineering programs with multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop and execute technology roadmaps and long-term product strategies with leadership.
• Ensure compliance with Moog engineering processes, standards, customer requirements, and regulatory obligations.
• Own and approve technical content, design decisions, qualification activities, and engineering deliverables.
• Delegate technical authority while maintaining accountability for decisions affecting performance, reliability, safety, and quality.
• Provide final technical disposition and support for production, sustainment, and field issues.
• Lead internal technical reviews and development assurance activities to ensure readiness and risk reduction.
• Collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, program management, and customer teams.
• Act as a trusted technical partner for customers, suppliers, and executive leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement of engineering processes and standards.
• Mentor and develop engineering talent and promote Moog's technical excellence.

Skills

Chief Engineer leadership

Customer-facing experience

Technical leadership

Security clearance

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

Job description

Moog Military Aircraft LLC in Buffalo, NY seeks a Propulsion Systems Chief Engineer to lead propulsion system products across development, production, and sustainment, ensuring product integrity and technical excellence.

The role drives technology roadmaps, collaborates with engineering leadership, and mentors talent to deliver mission-critical aerospace solutions while upholding Moog's standards and customer requirements.