Test Equipment Sustainment Engineer

Moog Military Aircraft LLC; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Flexible paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Moog Military Aircraft LLC is seeking a Test Equipment Sustainment Engineer to work onsite in Torrance, CA. The role involves supporting the operation of deployed test equipment throughout its lifecycle and requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering along with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Additional benefits include a competitive compensation package, tuition assistance, 401(k) matching, and flexible paid time off. The position operates on a 9/80 schedule, allowing for every other Friday off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the aerospace, automotive, or related engineering sector.
• Must be able to obtain required security clearances.
• Experience in aerospace/defense manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete activities in support of Test Equipment Sustainment.
• Lead and support internal and external quality audits of deployed test equipment.
• Support procurement of sub‑assemblies and services.

Skills

Proficiency in maintenance and support of multi-axis systems

Problem-solving

Experience with JIRA

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Mature judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Project Management, Aeronautical, Physics or related discipline

Tools

Pirana

LabVIEW

NX

Job description

Job Overview

Moog Military Aircraft is seeking a Test Equipment Sustainment Engineer to work onsite in Torrance, CA on a 9/80 schedule. The Engineer reports to the Test Equipment Manager and supports the operation of deployed test equipment across the product life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete activities in support of Test Equipment Sustainment.
• Work closely with Assembly and Test Operations customers and sustainment teams in all aspects of test systems.
• Use the Test Equipment Maintenance Management System (Pirana AVMS) to log, track and document work requests, preventive maintenance and sustainment activities.
• Maintain configuration of test equipment, including generation, update and formal release of documentation during sustainment.
• Provide technical review of test equipment and test software drawings and documentation per Moog processes.
• Support procurement of sub‑assemblies, services, spares and consumables.
• Lead obsolescence activities, identifying replacement opportunities and coordinating with Design and Project/NPI functions.
• Coordinate timely resolution of corrective actions, significant issues or non‑conformances.
• Support root‑cause investigations into all aspects of test equipment systems or components.
• Ensure health and safety practices are followed, write and review risk assessments.
• Lead and support internal and external quality audits of deployed test equipment.
• Participate in lean activities to improve operations.
• Support documentation of lockout/tagout procedures and perform LOTO as authorized.
• Uphold Moog culture and values within the function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Project Management, Aeronautical, Physics or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in aerospace, automotive, test equipment or related engineering sector.
• Proficiency in maintenance and support of multi‑axis, closed‑loop, servo‑hydraulic and electromechanical systems.
• Experience with JIRA, Pirana, NX or LabVIEW is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Visio.
• Must be able to obtain required security clearances.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interdisciplinary engineering experience (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, systems).
• Experience in aerospace/defense manufacturing.
• Proactive problem‑solving and mature judgment.
• Experience working in foreign (non‑US) locations and understanding local norms.
• Ability to navigate matrixed organizations with conflicting demands.
• Experience representing a company positively to customers under difficult situations.

Benefits and Compensation

Salary Range: $100,000–$130,000 annually (Torrance, CA). Additional benefits include a competitive compensation package, bonus opportunities, 401(k) matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), flexible spending and health savings accounts, flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leave program, relocation assistance, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan, tuition assistance, mentorship, coaching, leadership development, and other personal growth programs. The position offers a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

EEO Statement

Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employees are evaluated based on abilities and qualifications 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 need accommodations to apply, contact our Human Resources department.