Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, Test Equipment

  • Moog
  • Buffalo, New York
  • Full Time

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.

Job Title :

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, Test Equipment

Reporting To:

Manager Sr., SDG Engineering

Work Schedule:

Onsite Buffalo, NY

As a Test Equipment Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in our Space & Defense Group in East Aurora 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 electrical 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.

Day- to-Day Responsibilities:

  • Operate as key element in a team of creative, independent individuals.
  • Contribute to the development of new test equipment through consulting with internal customers.
  • Design hydraulic / pneumatic schematics to support new test system designs.
  • Integrate hydraulic components into higher level test systems.
  • Prepare, support, and guide the work of Assembly and Test technicians supporting your development activities.
  • Contribute on work estimates for design and development efforts.
  • Maintain engineering records, changes made and effects of changes on performance.
  • Independently initiate and perform specialized research.
  • Create reliable designs through a comprehensive experimental development test program.
  • Document designs, analyses, and test results with accurate and concise reports.
  • Shares values of teamwork is a must and thus good communication is key.
  • Coordinate and support the assembly of test equipment.
  • Mentor younger engineers where and when appropriate.

Here are the skills youll bring with you...

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with 5 years relevant technical experience OR Master of Science Degree in Engineering with 3 Years relevant technical experience.
  • Self-motivated, critical thinking and strong analytical skills
  • Solid modeling and drafting experience a plus
  • Doors experience a plus
  • Background in hydraulics preferred
  • Ability to work onsite in East Aurora, NY (remote candidates will not be considered)
  • Due to certain military programs, US citizenship is required.

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 $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.

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

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Job ID: 482145125
Originally Posted on: 6/20/2025

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