Quality Engineer

Moog

Last Updated: 12/4/2025 12:07:43 AM

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Current Days Open
36
Reqs Seen
3
Current Min Salary
$80,000.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$105,000.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
74.3
First Seen
10/30/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$80,000.00 (Yearly)
3/26/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$105,000.00 (Yearly)
1/31/2026

Full Job Description

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: Quality Engineer Reporting To: Engineer, Project QA Work Schedule: Onsite Buffalo, NY Moog Defense Group is looking for a Quality Engineer to plan and execute cost-effective quality processes to assure that we will meet or exceed contractual quality requirements and provide the required level of protection to Moog and its Customers. You will have a measurable impact on the performance of our business by promoting the highest standards of quality. Since the hardware that we produce is very complex, we are looking for someone who understands the important nature of it. You will report to a Project Quality Engineer and work onsite in East Aurora, NY (Buffalo area). Moog Space and Defense provides hardware involved in the flow of ignition and systems to the worlds leading space and defense platforms. Headquartered in East Aurora, NY, we employ 13,000 employees in 27 countries. At Moog we have a culture of trust and mutual respect; and for you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work. To be considered for this role, heres what youll need to bring with you: Bachelors degree in engineering or equivalent STEM preferred 3 years of professional work experience in Engineering or Manufacturing, 2 years of which must be in Quality Engineering. Proficiency with statistical, spreadsheet, word processing, and database software packages Experience supporting government and customer audits Specialized technical knowledge of mechanical, electro-mechanical or hydro-mechanical components as well as manufacturing assembly, and functional test methods The ability to support quality related issues to drive program success; the ability to convey confidence to customers during frequent interactions Quality Engineering experience in the Aerospace industry is a plus ASQ certification is a plus Experience with AS9100, ISO9001, and MIL standards a plus Experience functioning in a team-based manufacturing environment is preferred. As a Quality Engineer, you will: Most importantly, youll be relied upon to have integrity, and as someone who wont be afraid to stand up and say STOP we have a problem we that need to address right away. You may have found that this type of environment hasnt been encouraged where youve worked in the past, but it is here. Youll have the strength of Moogs culture behind you to support it. Be a key stakeholder on program teams in meeting contractual requirements and driving crucial quality related decisions for our customers. Represent Moog to support Customer & Government (DCMA) inspections, customer audits and requirements. Improve production by conducting QE studies, recommending design changes, and providing quality support to manufacturing personnel. Activities will include failure analysis, root cause and corrective action analysis, risk mitigation, material review, customer & governmental interface, audit support configuration control, and traceability. Review and prepare End Item Data packs to provide to customer during either source inspections or shipment of hardware. Develop Quality plans for receiving inspection, manufacturing operations, assembly & test processes, and final inspection. Work directly with customers and suppliers to identify root cause and corrective action. Improve cost for inspection and prevent cost due to failure through statistical analysis and problem solving. Our Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits on day one Flexible planned vacation Paid holidays 401(k) match, profit share, and employee stock purchase options Tuition reimbursement programs Inclusive company culture Onsite wellness center, pharmacy, and vision center Nature trails on campus #LI-DJ1 Salary Range Transparency: Buffalo, NY $80,000.00$105,000.00 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. No job matches right now? Drop your resume here and tell us about your career interests! Hear directly from our employees about why Moog is a great place to work!

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