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Sr Project Engineer, Test Equipment

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In-Office
Buffalo, NY
115K-145K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Buffalo, NY
115K-145K Annually
Senior level
Designs and develops specialized hydraulic, electromechanical, servo, and pneumatic test equipment for military, commercial, and space vehicle products. Leads technical projects, trade studies, requirements validation, system architecture, equipment assembly, proposals, budgets, schedules, and verification testing. Coordinates cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams, provides technical leadership, and mentors junior engineers while meeting cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
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Job Title:

Sr Project Engineer, Test Equipment

Reporting To:

Project Engineering Manager

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Buffalo, NYAs a Senior Project Engineer, Test Equipment in our Space & Defense Group in East Aurora, NY 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. This role will keep you challenged by taking advantage of your knowledge, experience, and skills in technical coordination and communication. To be considered for the Senior Project Engineer, Test Equipment, here’s what you’ll typically need to bring with you:
  • 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.
As a Senior Project Engineer, Test Equipment, you will:
  • 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.
How We Care for You:
  • 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.
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Buffalo, NY $115,000.00–$145,000.00 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. 


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