Propulsion Systems Engineering Director: Strategy & Growth

Moog Inc

Buffalo (NY)

On-site

USD 175,000 - 230,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities
401k matching
Employee stock purchase plan
Flexible PTO
Relocation assistance
Health insurance

Job summary

Moog Space and Defense Group in Buffalo, NY seeks a Propulsion Systems Engineering Director to guide the BU’s engineering strategy, execution, and workforce planning. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team, shape the technology roadmap, and partner with the Space Division to advance propulsion programs.

The role emphasizes building an innovative, high-performing organization, aligning with business objectives and customer needs, and delivering reliable, safe propulsion solutions in a fast-paced

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
  • 15+ years leading multi-disciplined engineering teams.
  • 7+ years in progressive leadership roles with Lean/process improvements.
  • Demonstrated consensus-driven decision making and stakeholder influence.
  • Strong business acumen; experience bringing products to production.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Propulsion BU Engineering organization, accountable for strategy, execution, budgets, and resource allocation.
  • Direct talent initiatives: recruitment, development, performance management, mentoring.
  • Oversee engineering operations: IRAD investments, processes, and continuous improvement.
  • Ensure delivery of innovative, high-quality solutions meeting customer requirements and lifecycle goals.
  • Drive a culture of engineering excellence and change leadership within the BU.
  • Establish KPIs, monitor performance, and resolve escalated issues.

Skills

Leadership experience
Strategy execution
Lean / process improvement
Stakeholder influence
Business acumen

Education

Engineering degree
MBA preferred

Job description

Moog Space and Defense Group in Buffalo, NY seeks a Propulsion Systems Engineering Director to guide the BU’s engineering strategy, execution, and workforce planning. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team, shape the technology roadmap, and partner with the Space Division to advance propulsion programs.

The role emphasizes building an innovative, high-performing organization, aligning with business objectives and customer needs, and delivering reliable, safe propulsion solutions in a fast-paced

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