Senior Project Engineer

Moog Military Aircraft LLC; East Aurora (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

401k matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Moog is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead complex test equipment programs for military aircraft sustainment. You will work with global customers, suppliers, and engineering teams to plan, design, verify, and deliver test solutions that keep critical flight control systems ready. The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering, 7+ years in aerospace/defense project leadership, and the ability to obtain U.S.

and/or U.K. security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering, or related technical field.
• 7+ years leading technical engineering projects in aerospace/defense/test equipment.
• Experience with requirements management, system verification & validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of test equipment projects.
• Manage multiple projects balancing scope, schedule, cost, and technical requirements.
• Partner with U.S. and international military customers to define requirements.
• Develop technical requirements, statements of work, and proposal content.
• Coordinate cross-functional engineering teams through design, build, qualification, and delivery.
• Select, manage, and evaluate subcontractors and suppliers for quality and performance.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, risks, and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Support issue resolution, root cause investigations, and quality initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Requirements mgmt

System verification

External suppliers

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Systems Engineering or related

Job description

Senior Project Engineer

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 Project Engineer Reporting To: Senior Staff Project Engineer Work Schedule: Hybrid – Buffalo, NY

At Moog, we help keep some of the world's most advanced military aircraft mission ready. Our Military Aircraft Group supports global fleets including the F-35, F-15, F-16, F/A-18, and Eurofighter Typhoon through a worldwide network of sustainment operations, engineering expertise, and support facilities. We're looking for a Senior Project Engineer to join our Military Global Sustainment (MGS) Test Equipment Engineering team. In this role, you'll lead complex engineering projects that deliver specialized test equipment used to support depot maintenance and production acceptance testing of military aircraft flight control systems. This is a highly visible role that combines technical leadership, project execution, customer collaboration, and vendor management. You'll work closely with military customers, engineering teams, and suppliers around the world to deliver critical test capabilities that help maintain aircraft readiness. As Senior Project Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to lead technically challenging programs that directly support military aircraft around the world. Working alongside experienced engineers, customers, and suppliers, you'll help deliver advanced test solutions that keep critical platforms operational and mission ready.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Seven (7) or more years of experience leading technical engineering projects in aerospace, defense, automotive, test equipment, or a similar industry.
• Experience managing project scope, schedule, cost, and technical deliverables.
• Strong background in requirements management, system verification, and validation processes.
• Experience working with external suppliers, subcontractors, or development partners.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate across technical disciplines and customer organizations.
• Ability to obtain U.S. and/or U.K. security clearance, as required.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with aerospace hydraulic, electro-mechanical, or flight control actuation systems.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Exposure to military or defense programs and international customers.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).
• Experience developing technical proposals, supporting audits, and managing complex engineering programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of test equipment projects supporting military aircraft sustainment programs.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing scope, schedule, cost, and technical requirements.
• Partner with U.S. and international military customers to define requirements and ensure successful project execution.
• Develop technical requirements, statements of work, and proposal content for new test equipment programs.
• Coordinate cross-functional engineering teams throughout the design, build, qualification, and delivery phases.
• Select, manage, and evaluate subcontractors and suppliers to ensure quality and performance expectations are met.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, risks, and resource requirements while providing regular updates to stakeholders.
• Support issue resolution, root cause investigations, and quality initiatives to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, customer, and contractual requirements.

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 $120,000.00–$150,000.00 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.

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.