Staff Manager, Project Engineering

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Job Title:

Staff Manager, Project Engineering

Reporting To:

Management, Design Engineering

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Buffalo, NY

Moog’s place as a global leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control technology is a clear reason to come work for us, however it’s our culture and values that really set us apart, for our employees and our customers.

The Space Sector of Moog’s Space and Defense Group (SDG) designs and manufactures systems to survive the harsh environments of space travel. As an industry leader in space avionics, actuation and mechanisms, propulsion, power, structures, and shock and vibration control, Moog has been committed to the space industry for more than 60 years and Moog products have been to every planet.

Our team in the Space Sector’s Actuation Systems Business Unit is looking for a Staff Manager, Project Engineering. You will be responsible for leading and developing approximately 20 project engineering direct reports. You will be charged with the oversight of engineering projects, ensuring development and production projects comply with our Design and Development standard processes. You will also participate in proposal efforts with strong engineering teams supporting new business capture and long-term growth. This position will have an onsite work schedule in Elma, New York and requires access to U.S. export-controlled information and the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Here are the skills you’ll bring with you…

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

• 7+ years of relevant technical experience

• Proven track record managing and leading engineering teams to success

• Experience with people leadership and conflict resolution

• Demonstrated experience in project management including EVMS, Risk and Opportunity Management, Scope Management, Schedule and Budget Management

• Ability to work onsite in Elma, NY (remote candidates will not be considered)

As a Staff Manager, Project Engineering you will be responsible for the following:

• Lead and mentor a team of ~20 project engineers

• Assign projects to direct reports promptly and monitor tasks to ensure they are completed within technical, cost, and schedule constraints

• Provide personal development for direct reports by conducting performance reviews, mentoring, and monitoring career development.

• Provide technical leadership to the broader organization by providing feedback to engineering strategy

• Champion continuous improvement in the design and development processes

• Coordinate with engineering leadership to align project goals and share best practices across teams

• Maintain key performance indicators and metrics

• Provide expert technical guidance and support to your team

How we care for you: 

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), 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

• Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.

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Salary Range Transparency:

Buffalo, NY $140,000.00–$170,000.00 Annually

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