Sr. Systems Engineer

Moog Inc; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

401(k) matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Relocation assistance

Flexible paid time off

Job summary

Moog Inc. is seeking a Sr. Systems Engineer in the Space & Defense Group. Based in East Aurora, NY or Arvada, CO, you will design and develop hydraulic, electro-hydraulic, electro-mechanical, servo-mechanism, and electro-pneumatic test equipment for Moog products.

You will lead design efforts, develop system requirements, and validate interfaces while mentoring junior engineers. The role requires a BS in engineering, 5+ years of experience, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering.
• 5+ years of relevant technical experience.
• Experience coaching, guiding, or providing technical leadership to other engineers (preferred).
• Must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
• Demonstrated strong technical written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with internal program teams to design specialized test equipment, systems architecture and interface definition, and requirements validation.
• Lead the design process and provide technical leadership within Moog’s program scope.
• Develop system-level requirements, support decomposition to components, and lead test equipment verification.
• Design linear/rotary test equipment systems for development and production hardware.
• Use MATLAB/Simulink to model systems and predict performance.
• Perform hardware correlation, system integration and verification testing.
• Coordinate and support assembly of test equipment.
• Mentor younger engineers where appropriate.

Skills

Analytical skills

Self-motivation

Critical thinking

Technical leadership

Verbal communication

Written communication

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering

Tools

DOORS

Cameo

Job description

Role Overview

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.

As a Sr. Systems Engineer in our Space & Defense Group in East Aurora, NY or Arvada, CO 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. You will plan and conduct efforts requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation, and modification of standard and nonstandard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria. You will independently devise new approaches for problems encountered, and plan and coordinate the work of others.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Develop system level requirements, support the decomposition of requirements to component levels, and lead the verification of the test equipment.
• Design linear/rotary test equipment systems in support of development and production hardware.
• Work with MATLAB/Simulink to construct, understand, and exercise system models in order to predict system performance and manage system margins.
• Perform hardware correlation, system integration and verification testing.
• Coordinate and support the assembly of test equipment.
• Mentor younger engineers where and when appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering
• 5+ years of relevant technical experience
• Experience with coaching, guiding, training, or providing technical leadership to other engineers (preferred)
• Self‑motivation, critical thinking, and strong analytical skills
• Demonstrated strong technical written and verbal communication skills
• Must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
• DOORS and Cameo experience is a plus

Salary

Buffalo, NY $120,000.00–$150,000.00 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.

Benefits

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

Additional Information

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.