Sr. Project Engineer, Test Equipment

Moog Inc; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Moog Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Engineer, Test Equipment for its Space & Defense Group. Location options include East Aurora, NY or Arvada, CO, onsite.

You will design and develop hydraulic, electro-hydraulic, electro-mechanical, servo-mechanism and electro-pneumatic test equipment for Moog products, ensuring schedule, cost, and performance goals are met. You will supervise drafters and engineers, run trade studies, prepare proposals and technical volumes, and collaborate with program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, or Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of engineering experience.
• 3 years of leading technical projects or initiatives.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
• Experience in design, analysis, development and production of complex electromechanical hardware.

Responsibilities

• Establish and monitor project budgets and schedules.
• Lead design and development of test equipment and systems.
• Coordinate assembly and testing of equipment.
• Mentor younger engineers and collaborate with program teams.
• Provide technical leadership within Moog's program scope.

Skills

Project leadership

Analytical thinking

Technical communication

Team mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Job Overview

Job Title: Senior Project Engineer, Test Equipment

Reporting To: Project Engineering Manager

Location: East Aurora, NY or Arvada, CO (Space & Defense Group) – Onsite

Responsibilities

As a Senior Project Engineer, Test Equipment in our Space & Defense Group you will be responsible for design and development of hydraulic, electro‑hydraulic, electro‑mechanical, servo‑mechanism, and electro‑pneumatic components and systems that will be used to test the products of Moog, Inc. This position is responsible for design and development of new test equipment, assemblies, and/or processes to meet cost, schedule, and performance goals.

You will contribute to the design of test equipment to verify functional performance of products used on military, commercial, and space vehicles. Your primary concerns are system or component performance and integration, and achieving both within budget and prescribed schedules. You will coordinate the work of drafters, technicians, designers, analysts, manufacturing engineers and others who assist in specific assignments. Facilitative leadership will also be required with program management, quality engineering, and operations.

• Establish and monitor engineering project budgets and schedules.
• Validate conceptual problem solutions by performing trade studies and analyses.
• Prepare successful proposal designs, cost estimates, and shoulder the responsibility for writing the technical volume.
• Operate as a key element in a team of creative, independent individuals.
• Coordinate and support the assembly of test equipment.
• Mentor younger engineers where and when appropriate.
• Work closely with the internal program teams to provide the design of specialized test equipment, systems architecture and interface definition, and requirements validation.
• Lead the design process and provide technical leadership within Moog's program scope.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, or Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years of engineering experience
• 3 years of leading technical projects or technical initiatives
• Must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
• Demonstrated understanding achieved through experience in the design, analysis, development and production of complex electromechanical hardware.
• Self‑starting instincts and strong analytical skills, both required to fulfill the demands of design and development of new products.
• Experience with component design, development and verification testing.
• The ability to effectively communicate technical and programmatic information and to manage competing priorities of multiple stakeholders.

Benefits

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, 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

Buffalo, NY $115,000.00-$145,000.00 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.

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. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844-367-5787.