Sr Operational Technology Support Specialist

Moog Inc; East Aurora (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401k matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Flexible paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Moog Inc. is seeking a Sr Operational Technology Support Specialist to join our SDG IT team in a hybrid Buffalo, NY setting. You will coordinate OT/IT assets, ensuring secure, reliable operations across test and production networks.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT, 5 years IT/OT experience, PLC/HMI knowledge, and willingness to travel ~10% while supporting multiple sites in the WNY region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of IT/OT support experience and strong networking knowledge.
• Familiarity with OT concepts (PLCs, HMIs) and Purdue Model is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate installation, maintenance, and upgrades of OT and IT assets on Moog test and production networks.
• Ensure services function properly between test and production environments.
• Provide schedule-critical support for Operations IT assets and infrastructure.
• Maintain inventory of OT equipment across engineering, manufacturing, testing, and quality areas.

Skills

IT/OT support

OT principles (PLCs HMIs Purdue Model)

Networking

LabVIEW

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT or related field

Tools

LabVIEW

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: Sr Operational Technology Support Specialist

Reporting To: Professional, IT Business Partners

Work Schedule: Hybrid – Buffalo, NY

SDG is looking for a skilled and experienced Sr Operational Technology Support Specialist to join our SDG IT team.

To be considered for the Sr Operational Technology Support Specialist position here’s what you would typically bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience with a combination of IT and OT support.
• Knowledge in OT principles such as PLCs, HMIs and the Purdue Model is highly desired.
• Advanced technical knowledge of computer software, operating systems, hardware, and networking.
• Ability and desire to maintain knowledge & skills related to IT standards and emerging technology opportunities in the OT space.
• Familiarity with Operational Technology used in Manufacturing, LabView and Engineering Test Systems would be beneficial.
• Willingness to accommodate approximately 10% travel; and, maintain flexible support of multiple sites in the WNY region.
• The position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance
• This position requires a full physical which includes bloodwork, Pulmonary Function testing, and fit test.

As a Sr Operational Technology Support Specialist, you will:

• Coordinate the installation, maintenance, and advancement of all technology & systems on the Moog test and production networks.
• Ensure all required services are functioning properly between the Moog test and production networks.
• Provide schedule-critical support for Moog Operations IT assets and infrastructure.
• Create & maintain an inventory of all operational technology used in the Engineering, Manufacturing, Testing, Quality, Clean Rooms, and Inspection areas at your designated support locations.
• Work to identify and mitigate gaps, redundancies, and risks.
• Work with IT Security, Network, OT, & other corporate entity COE teams to ensure alignment to the latest policies and procedures.
• Coordinate support and hand‑offs (escalation support) beyond the first‑line, service‑desk support team.
• Develop and partner with Operations and Test Equipment resources to maintain an inventory and lifecycle plan (initial build through end of need) including hardware/software maintenance for all specialized computer/technology used in the Engineering, Manufacturing, Testing, Quality, Clean Rooms, and Inspection areas.
• Support site operations with the selection of new operational technology equipment, ensuring adherence to Moog architectural and security standards.
• Site point of Contact/Project Coordinator for Network/System upgrades affecting specialized computer/technology used in the Engineering, Manufacturing, Testing, Quality, Clean Rooms, and Inspection areas.
• Work and collaborate with Operational staff to understand Moog Operational IT equipment needs.
• Support upgrades and improvements necessary to keep the Operational IT equipment state‑of‑the‑art – particularly in the area of emerging technologies & IND4.0 Opportunities
• Identify systemic areas for improvement and work with the team, the value stream work‑centers, and other functions to drive to fruition.

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
• Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team‑building activities.

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Salary Range Transparency: Buffalo, NY $85,000.00–$135,000.00

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.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran Moog offers an exclusive 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.

No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Absent compliance with these pre-conditions resumes submitted directly to any Moog Inc. employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Moog Inc.