Associate Design Engineer

Moog

Last Updated: 11/6/2025 7:28:18 AM

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Current Days Open
10
Reqs Seen
4
Current Min Salary
$70,000.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$90,000.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
19.8
First Seen
10/28/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$70,000.00 (Yearly)
5/11/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$105,000.00 (Yearly)
4/27/2026

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: Associate Design Engineer Reporting To: Manager Sr., SDG Engineering Work Schedule: Onsite Buffalo, NY Moog Space and Defense Group is looking for an Associate Mechanical Design Engineer, to contribute to the design, analysis, development and testing of complex control systems used on space exploration, military, and commercial applications. Youll be responsible for the development of complex space avionics, actuation and mechanisms, propulsion, power, structures, and shock & vibration control. This position requires a high degree of foresight and creativity to anticipate and solve unprecedented engineering problems. As our Mechanical Associate Design Engineer, you will make critical contributions by holding responsibility for: The design of new and support of existing products, components, or assemblies by applying engineering principles to develop products that meet customer technical/functional specifications Contribute to the preparation of successful proposal designs, cost estimates, and technical write ups and reports. Ensuring that standards of quality, cost, safety, reliability, timeliness, and performance are met in production processes Review and interpret drawings and specifications using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Conducting mathematical modelling to determine if proposed designs are technically feasible Periodically interface with customers/vendors, providing project updates and production support To be considered for this Mechanical Associate Design Engineer role, heres what youll need to bring with you: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering is required 0-2 years of mechanical/design engineering experience in a manufacturing environment Requires a solid understanding of engineering principles, theories, and concepts It would be a plus if you also had: Experience in the development of mechanical assemblies or control systems Experience in the Aerospace industry Experience with CAD, modelling, and analysis tools (Siemens NX, Teamcenter, ANSYS, Matlab, etc) Masters Degree in Engineering This position also requires the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance. 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 #LI-DJ1 Salary Range Transparency: Buffalo, NY $70,000.00$90,000.00 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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