Manufacturing Project Engineer

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Job Title:

Manufacturing Project Engineer

Reporting To:

Director, AG Mach Automation Prog

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Buffalo, NY

Our Manufacturing Engineering team in Military Aircraft Group is looking for a Manufacturing Project Engineer to join them. You will report to the Manufacturing Engineering Director and will have an onsite work schedule in East Aurora. 

As a Manufacturing Project Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving new product introductions (NPI) and aftermarket re-introduction efforts within our Shop Operations team. You’ll serve as the Cost Account Manager (CAM), representing Manufacturing Engineering ensuring seamless coordination across cross-functional teams.

This is a high-impact role where you’ll manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, while translating program requirements into actionable plans. You’ll be the go-to liaison between Program Management, Contracts, Design, Cost and Schedule teams ensuring alignment, visibility, and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.

As a Manufacturing Project Engineer, you will:

• Act as the CAM for NPI and aftermarket re-introduction projects within Shop Operations.

• Collaborate with program teams to understand requirements and develop initial make/buy strategies.

• Coordinate with Contracts, Design, Cost and Schedule teams to ensure alignment on priorities, budgets, and schedules.

• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, and performance metrics.

• Track progress, identify risks, and escalate issues to ensure timely resolution.

• Create and maintain custom reports; leverage SQL and scripting to pull data from repositories.

• Establish standard work processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Spend significant time in cross-functional meetings to drive collaboration and transparency.

To be considered for this role, you’ll typically bring with you:

• Bachelor’s degree (technical degree not required).

• Strong project management, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent computer skills particularly in Microsoft Excel, Project, PowerPoint, JIRA, and TeamCenter.

• Ability to learn and apply data tools for reporting and analysis.

It would be nice if you had:

• PMP Certification.

• Experience in program management or operations support.

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.

• Additional site-specific benefits may be offered.

Salary Range Transparency:

Buffalo, NY $80,000.00–$130,000.00 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. 

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

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