Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

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: Sr. Manufacturing Engineer Reporting To: Sr. Performance Leader - Manufacturing Engineering Work Schedule: Onsite – Buffalo, NY Moog, Inc. is a global leader in motion control across land, sea air and space, pioneering advanced solutions to drive cutting edge innovation for our valued customers. Our Space and Defense Group is the operating group with the longest heritage at Moog and serves ever-evolving markets with ongoing innovation that allows for constantly developing technology and excellent career opportunities. Our SDG team in East Aurora, NY is looking for a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to join their dynamic group. You will report directly to the Sr. Performance Leader – Manufacturing Engineering and enjoy an on-site, collaborative working environment with typical hours being 7am – 3pm, M-F. Role Summary: The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer works closely with design engineering during both pre-production and production phases to ensure hardware designs are compatible with welding and manufacturing capabilities. This role is responsible for developing efficient welding processes for electron beam and orbital welding, preparing tooling and gauging requirements, and supporting complex assemblies and machined parts for weld. Additionally, the Weld Engineer creates and validates CNC programs related to welded assemblies, writes detailed operation sheets and process documentation, and drives continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, arenaflex, and delivery performance. As our Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, you will make critical contributions by holding responsibility for: Design and implement welding processes that meet quality and arenaflex objectives. Team with Manufacturing Engineering, Assembly & Test and other various departments to optimize product designs & fixturing for weldability. Collaborate with outside vendors/machine shop to identify source of supply for the manufacturing of the design. Work with the proposal group to provide process, time estimates & fixturing needs. Develop and maintain accurate process documentation and CNC programs. Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and company standards. Drive process improvements using lean principles and advanced welding technologies. Training & mentoring to technically guide tool designers and manufacturing engineers. To be considered for this Sr. Manufacturing Engineer role, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you: Associate’s degree + 10 years of relevant experience preferred; equivalent industry experience accepted in lieu of degree Aerospace industry experience preferred Must have experience with electron beam and orbital welding processes Knowledge of welding processes, tooling design, and quality control methods Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) preferred Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment Proficiency in CNC programming and process documentation In return, we care for you by providing incredible “work perks” including: 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 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 also be offered Salary Range Transparency: Buffalo, NY $95,000.00–$125,000.00 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. EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment 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 are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844-367-5787. No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Absent compliance with these pre-conditions resumes submitted directly to any Moog Inc. employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Moog Inc. 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