Slip Ring Design Engineer

Moog Inc.; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great compensation package

Flexible paid time off

Comprehensive insurance coverage

Tuition Assistance

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering firm in Blacksburg, VA is seeking a Slip Ring Design Engineer to drive design efforts in mechanical and electrical disciplines. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering as well as three years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary between $70,000 to $100,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits and a focus on work-life balance. Candidates will need to meet specific U.S. export-controlled information requirements.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in design and analysis of precision rotating electromechanical equipment.
• Experience using mechanical design/packaging, electrical, and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of machine/manufacturing capabilities and drafting standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and support design efforts in mechanical, thermal, and electrical disciplines.
• Understand and interpret customer specifications as primary interface with suppliers.
• Collaborate within a team of designers, engineers, and technical writers.
• Carry designs from inception to production including creation of documentation.

Skills

Mechanical design

Electrical design

Analytical skills

CAD/CAE (UG NX)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or aeronautical engineering

Tools

UG NX

Job description

Job Title

Slip Ring Design Engineer

Reporting To

Manager, Slip Ring Engineering

Work Schedule

Onsite – Blacksburg, VA

Moog Inc. Space and Defense Group offers a culture of trust and a focus on innovation. Our Space & Defense team in Blacksburg is looking for a Slip Ring Design Engineer to help develop high‑reliability slip ring assemblies. The role requires onsite work in Blacksburg, VA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, aeronautical engineering, or related discipline.
• Three years of experience in design and analysis of precision rotating electromechanical equipment preferred.
• Strong mechanical design, packaging, electrical and analytical skills.
• CAD/CAE experience (UG NX desirable).
• Understanding of machine/manufacturing capabilities and drafting standards.

Responsibilities

• Establish concepts and requirements to support design efforts in mechanical, thermal, and electrical disciplines.
• Interpret customer specifications and act as primary interface with suppliers and customers.
• Collaborate with designers, manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, and technical writers.
• Lead designs from bid proposal through detailed development, production drawings, documentation, to production build and test support.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and profit sharing, 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, FSA and HSA.
• Flexible paid time off, holidays, and parental leave program.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and EAP coverage.
• Tuition assistance, mentorship, coaching, and leadership development opportunities.
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives and employee resource groups.
• Schedule: Monday–Thursday 9‑hour shifts, half‑day Friday.

Salary

Blacksburg, VA $70,000–$100,000 annually.

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. We provide assistance or accommodation for applicants with disabilities. Contact HR at 844‑367‑5787.

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