Senior Systems Engineer (Virtualization & Automation Engineer)

Moog; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual profit sharing

401k matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Moog is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer - Virtualization & Automation in Buffalo, NY. Hybrid work model with responsibilities spanning design, automation, and lifecycle management of global virtualization, server, storage, and data protection platforms.

You will drive IaC adoption (Terraform) and automation (PowerShell, Ansible) across enterprise environments while ensuring security and compliance in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise infrastructure.
• Experience with enterprise virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere and related tech).
• Experience with IaC (Terraform) and automation tools (PowerShell/Ansible).
• Strong security, governance, and ITIL/SAFe knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, modernization, and lifecycle management of virtualization and server infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain IaC solutions using Terraform to standardize deployments.
• Create and implement automation using PowerShell, Ansible, and APIs.
• Collaborate with storage, network, security, and operations teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Ensure security controls and compliance are embedded in infrastructure designs.

Skills

Infrastructure design

Automation mindset

ITIL/SAFe knowledge

Security-focused mindset

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering

Tools

VMware vSphere

PowerShell

Ansible

Terraform

Hyper-V / OpenShift Virtualization

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 (Virtualization & Automation Engineer)

Reporting To

Global Infrastructure Engineering Manager

Work Schedule

Hybrid – Buffalo, NY

As the Senior Systems Engineer - Virtualization & Automation, you will be responsible for the research, design, automation, implementation, and lifecycle management of Moog's global virtualization, server, storage, and data protection platforms. You will play a key role in defining the future direction of Moog's virtualization strategy, including the evaluation, modernization, and migration of enterprise virtualization platforms. The successful candidate will combine strong infrastructure engineering expertise with a passion for automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to improve operational efficiency, scalability, and reliability across the global environment. In addition to delivering infrastructure projects, you will help drive automation initiatives, develop technical standards, ensure compliance with security requirements, and contribute to the long‑term infrastructure roadmap. You will work on a hybrid schedule at our East Aurora, NY facility or our Blacksburg, VA facility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise infrastructure solutions within complex global environments.
• Significant experience with enterprise virtualization platforms, including VMware vSphere and related technologies.
• Strong understanding of enterprise hardware architectures and infrastructure technologies, including compute, storage, networking, and data center components, with the ability to assess design, performance, reliability, and lifecycle considerations.
• Experience evaluating, deploying, or supporting alternative virtualization platforms such as Nutanix AHV, Microsoft Hyper‑V, OpenShift Virtualization, or similar technologies is desirable.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), preferably Terraform.
• Experience developing automation solutions using PowerShell, Ansible, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of server, disaster recovery, and infrastructure resiliency concepts.
• Experience integrating infrastructure platforms through APIs and automation workflows.
• Security‑focused mindset with experience implementing secure infrastructure architectures and supporting recovery strategies.
• Understanding of IT Service Management and Agile methodologies (ITIL, SAFe, or equivalent).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, documentation, and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Work within a diverse, international engineering team to deliver innovative, scalable, and reliable infrastructure solutions.
• Lead the design, implementation, modernization, and lifecycle management of enterprise virtualization platforms, server infrastructure, storage systems, and backup technologies.
• Evaluate virtualization platform strategy and future‑state architecture, including assessment of emerging technologies and alternative virtualization solutions.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform and related technologies to standardize and automate infrastructure deployment and management.
• Design and implement automation solutions using PowerShell, Ansible, APIs, and other automation frameworks to reduce manual operational activities.
• Manage and execute infrastructure projects from architecture and design through implementation and transition to operations.
• Develop reusable infrastructure modules, templates, and standards that improve consistency, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure infrastructure platforms can scale to meet future business demands and support global growth initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with storage, network, security, and operations teams to deliver integrated infrastructure solutions.
• Ensure appropriate security controls, governance standards, and compliance requirements are incorporated into infrastructure designs.
• Support business continuity and disaster recovery strategies through resilient architecture, backup replication, and recovery solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance during infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and transformation initiatives.
• Participate in the development of enterprise infrastructure standards, roadmaps, and strategic planning activities.
• Demonstrate advanced troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills to resolve complex infrastructure challenges.

How We Care for You

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 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.
• Diverse and Inclusive Workplace: Employee Resource Groups, cultural events, and celebrations.

Salary Range Transparency

Buffalo, NY $90,000.00–$125,000.00 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.

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

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.