Senior Development Program Manager

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:

Senior Development Program Manager

Reporting To:

GM, OE Development Programs

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Buffalo, NY

Moog Aircraft Group is the world-wide leader of advanced flight controls and actuation for commercial and military aircraft. We are positioned on virtually every aircraft flying today, supplying highly reliable systems that are supportable and add significant value for our customers.

Our Commercial Aftermarket Group in East Aurora is looking for a Senior Program Manager to work closely with engineering to manage the R&D projects for Next Gen Single Aisle . We’re seeking a motivated leader to collaborate externally with our customers and internally with our teams and management to meet or exceed program expectations. You will report to the General Manager – CAG OE Development Programs.

To be considered for the Senior Program Manager, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business-related degree

• Minimum three (3) years of Program Management experience

• Minimum seven (7) years of professional work experience (including program management experience)

• Proven Leadership Experience, excellent listening and persuasion skills

• Demonstrated team collaboration skills, emotional intelligence, and customer focus. 

• Requires access to US Export Controlled information.

• Knowledge of project management tools including Earned Value Management

• Experience managing multiple projects with focus on cost, schedule and risk.

• Experience navigating complex customer requirements and contracts.

• Experience in reporting and managing series production line of balance/recovery to customer.

• Experience working with operations, supply chain and engineering functions.

• Experience working with International customers/suppliers

• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Ability to present program information to customers and Moog leadership; ability to navigate high pressure situations.

• Ability to lead, organize, and influence people through outstanding communication and facilitation skills.

• Experience in Aerospace or Automotive industries.

As a Senior Program Manager, you will:

• Ensure compliance with contract requirements.  Track changes to project workscope and support negotiation of Contract Amendments.

• Achieve program/project objectives through effective application of project management principles related to scope, schedule, and budget.

• Anticipate project risks and develop mitigation plans to maintain project schedule.

• Support design for manufacture and assembly / process improvements / cost reduction  projects to drive margin expansion.

• Drive cross functional teams to resolve part shortages and recovery plans and then present to our customer to support on-time and on-quality deliveries.

• Coordinate discussions between internal functional groups and external stakeholders (Customers/Suppliers) to resolve problems.

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.

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