Solutions Architect

Moog Inc.; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401k matching

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Moog Inc. is seeking a Solutions Architect to lead the design and delivery of scalable, secure architectures enabling aerospace/defense capabilities.

This role collaborates with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and IT to architect MELD solutions supporting Digital Thread, MBЕ, PLM/CAD/MES/ERP ecosystems, and secure cloud environments. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in solution architecture within regulated industries, hands-on with ERP/PLM, cloud platforms, and integration

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of experience in solution architecture or senior technical leadership roles.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or other regulated industries.
• Hands-on experience with PLM systems (Teamcenter), ERP (SAP, Oracle), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GovCloud), and integration platforms (eQube, MuleSoft, Informatica, Kafka, Talend).
• Experience designing distributed systems and secure enterprise architectures.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, CMMC) and EA frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman).
• Systems architecture and enterprise integration patterns; DevSecOps enablement; IaC (Terraform, ARM).
• CI/CD pipelines in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Define target solution architectures across applications, integrations, infrastructure, and data layers.
• Design scalable and secure cloud/hybrid solutions (AWS/Azure/GovCloud environments).
• Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards and digital thread strategy.
• Incorporate zero-trust principles and secure-by-design methodologies.
• Conduct architecture risk assessments and mitigation planning.
• Define integration patterns (event-driven, API-led, batch, streaming).
• Architect data flows across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality systems.
• Enable traceability from requirements to production and service.
• Support product lifecycle data continuity and configuration management.
• Participate in Architecture Review Board (ARB).
• Develop solution design documentation and architecture decision records.
• Assess vendor solutions for scalability, interoperability, and TCO.
• Provide technical oversight through implementation.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Program Managers, and Engineering leaders.
• Translate business capability needs into architectural solutions.
• Influence roadmap planning with technology strategy insights.
• Proactively identify and mitigate technology risks across systems, platforms, and infrastructure.

Skills

Solution architecture

Senior technical leadership

Regulated industries

EA frameworks

DevSecOps

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Teamcenter

SAP

Oracle

AWS

Azure

GovCloud

eQube

MuleSoft

Informatica

Kafka

Talend

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

Solutions Architect

Reporting To

Director of Enterprise Architecture

Work Schedule

Fully Remote or Hybrid if Local – Buffalo, NY

Moog's Corporate Group is looking for a Solution Architect to join our Technology Team!

Role

Solution Architect will lead the design and delivery of scalable, secure, and compliant technology solutions that enable advanced aerospace and defense capabilities. This role partners closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and IT teams to architect solutions supporting:

• Digital Thread & Model-Based Engineering (MBE)
• PLM / CAD / MES/ ERP ecosystems
• Secure cloud and hybrid environments
• AI Enabled enterprise architecture
• Advanced manufacturing and Industry 4.0 initiatives
• Enterprise Integration & API Ecosystems

You will combine deep technical expertise, systems thinking, regulatory awareness, and strong business acumen to deliver architectures that are resilient, compliant, and aligned to strategic outcomes.

To qualify for the Solution Architect role, here is what we would expect you to bring to Moog…

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, related field or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of experience in solution architecture or senior technical leadership roles
• Experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or other regulated industries
• Hands-on experience with:
  • PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter)
  • ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle)
  • Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GovCloud)
  • Integration platforms (eQube, MuleSoft, Informatica, Kafka, Talend, etc.)
• Experience designing distributed systems and secure enterprise architectures
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, CMMC)
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman)
• Systems architecture and enterprise integration patterns
• DevSecOps enablement
• Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, ARM)
• CI/CD pipelines in regulated environments

As the Solution Architect, you will…

• Define target solution architectures across applications, integrations, infrastructure, and data layers
• Design scalable and secure cloud/hybrid solutions (AWS/Azure/GovCloud environments)
• Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards and digital thread strategy
• Incorporate zero-trust principles and secure-by-design methodologies
• Conduct architecture risk assessments and mitigation planning
• Define integration patterns (event-driven, API-led, batch, streaming)
• Architect data flows across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality systems
• Enable traceability from requirements -> design -> production -> service
• Support product lifecycle data continuity and configuration management
• Participate in Architecture Review Board (ARB)
• Develop solution design documentation and architecture decision records
• Assess vendor solutions for scalability, interoperability, and TCO
• Provide technical oversight through implementation
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Program Managers, and Engineering leaders
• Translate business capability needs into architectural solutions
• Influence roadmap planning with technology strategy insights
• Proactively identify and mitigate technology risks across systems, platforms, and infrastructure.

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.
• 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 $150,000.00–$180,000.00 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.