Senior Project Engineer (Aerospace Test Systems)

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Job Title:

Senior Project Engineer (Aerospace Test Systems)

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Work Schedule:

Hybrid – Torrance, CA

Moog is hiring a Senior Project Engineer to join our Test Systems Engineering team.  You will contribute to the analysis, conceptual design, development, and testing of complex hydroelectric Test Equipment that tests flight control actuation systems and weapons bay actuators for next generation military aircraft. Reporting to an Engineering manager, you will have a 9/80 work schedule with a hybrid work option (3 days/week in the office) in Torrance, CA. 

In this role, you will lead the design, development, and integration of Test Equipment for integrated electro-mechanical and mechanical actuators for military aircraft.  You will lead a team of highly skilled engineers fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment that upholds the highest standards of performance, reliability, and safety. You will oversee and manage all aspects of a project including planning, organizing, and coordinating the project, collaborating with stakeholders, demonstrating technical expertise, managing risks and budgets, ensuring quality control, maintaining documentation and reporting, providing team leadership, and seeking opportunities for improvement. 

Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is a global leader in designing primary and secondary flight control actuation systems (FCAS) for military aircraft. We design and integrate FCAS systems for cutting edge aircraft like the F-35 Lightning II and the M-75 (V280 Valor) next generation tiltrotor Aircraft. Headquartered in East Aurora, NY, Moog employs 14,000 employees in 24 countries.  Working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life, inside and outside of work.

As a Project Engineer, you will:

• Lead a team of creative and independent individuals to develop, integrate, and verify complex electromechanical and mechanical test equipment.

• Manage project execution, including planning, organizing tasks, and effectively managing the budget and schedule.

• Ensure project success by actively tracking and reporting on the team's progress towards schedule and cost goals.

• Coordinate the work of engineers and technicians who support specific assignments.

• Guide the evolution of the conceptual design and serve as focal point for customer communications.

• Lead a team to effectively work through the development process of, creating and communicating requirements, developing verification plans, and authoring test procedures and verification analyses.  

• Work with Program Management to successful execute the development of the product.

• Communicate fluently to different audiences, both internal and external

• Prepare and make presentations to customers to support design reviews and technical interface meetings.

• Support programs with some travel (5%) and participation in presentations to customers.

To be considered for the role, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical is desirable)

• 7+ years of professional experience in design/development engineering (5+ years with Master’s Degree in Engineering) 

• Experience leading technical teams

• Experience managing cost, schedule and scope for technical projects

• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) fundamentals 

It’d be great if you also had:

• Experience in Requirements Management, Verification and Validation Methods, and/or Integration and Test 

• Experience with project planning, scheduling and resource loading; experience with MS Project

• Experience in the design, analysis and development of complex systems

• Test experience with electric/hydraulic driven systems

• Familiarity with MATLAB, Simulink, and dSpace hardware for system performance and real-time modeling 

• Master of Science Degree in Engineering

• Experience in the aerospace/defense manufacturing industry

How We Care for You:

• Financial Rewards: competitive 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

• Our Torrance site has a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off

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Salary Range Transparency:

Torrance, CA $130,000.00–$170,000.00 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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