Senior Systems Engineer

Moog Military Aircraft LLC; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

401(k) matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Extended PTO & holidays

Salary range transparency

Job summary

Moog in Santa Barbara, CA seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to provide systems engineering support for complex electro‑mechanical systems. You will interface with customers and stakeholders to define specifications and hardware/software interfaces, while developing turret fire control algorithms and models.

The role requires hands‑on experience with electrical/mechanical subsystems, MATLAB/Simulink expertise, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• BS with emphasis in Control Systems and Signal Processing
• 5 years industry experience
• Classical and modern control systems design knowledge
• Signal processing and data analysis knowledge
• Hands-on experience with electro‑mechanical systems hardware and software
• MATLAB/Simulink knowledge
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Motivation to learn
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to access U.S. export‑controlled information
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance
• MS with emphasis in Control Systems and Signal Processing (preferred)
• Turret fire control systems design, integration, and test experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide systems engineering support for the design, development, integration, test, and verification of highly complex electro‑mechanical systems.
• Interface with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders to generate component and subsystem specifications.
• Define hardware and software interfaces between subsystems.
• Develop, test, analyze, and document turret fire control algorithms.
• Build linear and nonlinear dynamic models and simulations to evaluate system performance.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance for development teams.
• Support lab and field testing.
• Generate technical documentation (plans, reports).
• Occasional travel required.

Skills

Control Systems

Signal Processing

Data Analysis

Oral & Written Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Motivation & Learning

Strong Work Ethic

Education

BS in Control Systems & Signal Processing

MS in Control Systems & Signal Processing

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

MS Office

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 Systems Engineer Reporting To: Head, Engrg. Sect. Work Schedule: Onsite – Santa Barbara, CA

Moog’s Santa Barbara Operations provides sub‑systems and components for every mission‑critical system on a modern military vehicle. Our heritage is in electrohydraulic and electromechanical actuation systems and now, through acquisitions and internal development, Moog provides expert solutions in: Stabilized Turret Drive Systems, Integrated Weapon Systems (full turret from mechanical design to fire control electronics and software), Ammunition Handling, Data Control and Distribution, Power Management and Distribution.

Qualifications

• BS with an emphasis in Control Systems and Signal Processing
• 5 years industry experience
• Classical and modern control systems design knowledge
• Signal processing and data analysis knowledge
• Hands‑on experience working with the hardware and software aspects of electro‑mechanical systems
• MATLAB/Simulink knowledge
• Proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• High level of motivation and willingness to learn
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to access U.S. export‑controlled information
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance
• MS with an emphasis in Control Systems and Signal Processing (preferred)
• Turret fire control systems design, integration, and test experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide systems engineering support for the design, development, integration, test, and verification of highly complex electro‑mechanical systems.
• Interface with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders to generate component and subsystem specifications.
• Define hardware and software interfaces between subsystems.
• Develop, test, analyze, and document turret fire control algorithms.
• Build linear and nonlinear dynamic models and simulations to evaluate system performance.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance for development teams.
• Support lab and field testing.
• Generate technical documentation (plans, reports).
• Occasional travel required.

Benefits

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401(k), 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: Santa Barbara, CA $140,000.00–$165,000.00 annually. 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.

Other Information

This position requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran – Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment 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.

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