Manufacturing Engineer

Moog

Last Updated: 4/13/2026 8:58:20 AM

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Current Days Open
41
Reqs Seen
3
Current Min Salary
$78,000.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$120,000.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
78
First Seen
9/23/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$75,000.00 (Yearly)
5/1/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$120,000.00 (Yearly)
4/13/2026

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: Manufacturing Engineer Reporting To: Supervisor, Engineering Work Schedule: Onsite Salt Lake City, UT Moog is the premier motion and flow-control solutions provider for satellites, human-rated space vehicles, launch vehicles, missiles, military ground vehicles, naval vessels, and security and surveillance systems. Moogs Space & Defense Group Salt Lake City Operations is a high-production facility for military ground-vehicle turret systems and missile control actuation systems. This is a rapidly growing business with significant opportunities for professional development. We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to support our production operations. Heres what youll be working on day to day: · Design manufacturing tooling, fixtures, and components using NX or SolidWorks. · Develop rapid prototypes using inhouse 3D printing equipment and shop tools. · Develop detailed design solutions to improve manufacturing processes with a focus on safety, effectiveness, repeatability, efficiency, and ease of use. · Identify opportunities to address unsafe, highly variable, inefficient, or difficult processes and propose continuous improvement concepts with cost/benefit considerations. · Lead process-improvement project design, build, integration, verification, and operator training. · Provide hands-on support to the production line, assisting with troubleshooting, equipment upkeep, and continuous improvement activities. · Support and lead automation initiatives, including robotics, new equipment, and modernization efforts. · Obtain input from operators regarding equipment functionality and design; educate operators on new processes, features, and equipment capabilities. · Share manufacturing technologies and ideas with engineering teams to increase understanding of manufacturing options. · Design and configure manufacturing line layouts for efficient throughput. · Use JIRA or similar systems to manage tasks, track progress, and communicate project timelines. · Participate in or lead business-case development for new projects. · Participate in daily stand-up meetings and collaborate with engineers, technicians, and operators across the facility. Heres the skills and abilities you will need to bring with you: · Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering. · Minimum of 4 years of experience in a production, design, development, or complex assemblies environment. · Experience with mechanical design using NX or SolidWorks. · Interpersonal skills to communicate at all levels within Moog and with customers/vendors. · Ability to work independently, take ownership of projects, and follow through with minimal oversight. · Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills. · Ability to simultaneously support and complete a large and varied list of tasks. · Experience in a Lean Manufacturing environment. · Proficiency with Microsoft Office. · Motivation and willingness to drive and support continuous improvement activities. Nice to have: · Background with automation, robotics, or PLC/controls. · Hands-on experience with machining, mills/lathes, 3D printing, or prototyping. · Familiarity with JIRA or similar project/ticketing systems. · Experience in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing environments. Salary Range Transparency: Salt Lake City, UT $78,000.00$120,000.00 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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