Senior Assembly and Test Technical Trainer

Moog Inc; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending & Health Savings

Job summary

Moog in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Senior Assembly and Test Technical Trainer to mentor employees and developing entry-level trainers in assembly and test for Moog precision hardware. You will lead daily training activities, contribute to course improvements, and ensure adherence to workmanship standards.

Required: 5+ years of relevant technical experience, HS diploma (GED) with a preferred technical degree, and SME in assembly/test processes. Reports to Management, Manufacturing Assembly & Test.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of relevant technical experience.
• High School diploma or GED preferred; technical degree preferred.
• Ability to translate complex standards for training across groups.

Responsibilities

• Train classes of 2–24 students; adapt methods to learning styles.
• Coordinate and deliver hands-on training sessions and workshops.
• Assess program effectiveness and implement improvements.
• Work with stakeholders to align training with organizational goals.
• May lead a small training team and report to management.

Skills

Experience 5y

English fluency

Mentoring

Train-the-trainer

Education

High School diploma

Technical/vocational degree preferred

Tools

I-WIN

EHRs

TIPQA

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

Senior Assembly and Test Technical Trainer

Reporting To

Management, Manufacturing Assembly & Test

Work Schedule

Onsite – Buffalo, NY

The Senior Assembly and Test Technical Trainer will work as a team to train and mentor employees and non-senior trainers on the skills and knowledge required to become proficient assemblers and test technicians supporting Moog precision hardware. This role leads and coordinates daily activities for the assembly and test area training program to meet the needs of the organization, its employees and the development of entry level trainers, enhancing their technical skills and knowledge. The senior trainer will contribute to projects through the provision of specialized assembly and test workmanship standards for course improvements and catalogue development.

Requirements

• Five (5) years of relevant technical experience.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Otherwise, demonstrated ability to understand and apply all verbal, written and computer work instructions or training in English, and demonstrated ability to perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• A technical or vocational degree is preferred.
• Proven subject matter expertise in assembly and test processes for mechanical or electrical assemblies, including instructor level capability for A&T certifications like Torque, O-ring, Lee Plug and Helicoil installation, Conformal Coating, etc.
• Extensive knowledge includes some understanding of theoretical concepts used in Servo-valves, electronics boxes, actuation systems with emphasis on practical application of specialized methods and techniques.
• Ability to translate complex technical standards and specific product/process knowledge to address skills gaps within the organization.
• Ability to train in a one-on-one and a large group (2-24 students on average) on assembly operations, process tools like I-WIN, EHRs, TIPQA, operations safety, and coach students through kit-based learning in multiple work centers.

Responsibilities

• Train various class sizes of 2 - 24 students.
• Adapt teaching methods to different learning styles.
• Coordinate and deliver training sessions, including hands‑on workshops.
• Complete tasks and solve problems that may have complicated solutions.
• Support senior content developers with routine tasks.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure training programs align with organizational goals and industry standards.
• Assess the effectiveness of training programs through feedback and performance metrics, and implement improvements as needed.
• Conduct skills gap analyses to identify training needs and develop appropriate training solutions for each student, and for the campus.
• Provide guidance and coaching on day to day training concerns within the assembly and test area.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Acts as an assembly and test lead.
• May have up to 2 direct reports, and delegates tasks to their training team members and reviews the work product.
• Brings Moog values to work each day.

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.
• 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 $36.05–$48.07 Hourly 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.

Moog offers an inclusive workplace, and, as such, affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment based on merit 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.

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