Design Engineer

Moog Inc
$90,000.00-$110,000.00 Annually
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, New York, Niagara Falls
Mar 06, 2025
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: Design Engineer Reporting To: Manager Staff, SDG Engineering Work Schedule: Hybrid - Niagara Falls, NY Moog Space and Defense Group is projecting significant growth driven by high levels of U.S. Department of Defense spending and the thirst for human exploration.The Niagara Falls Site supplies rocket engines, propulsion systems, and propellant tanks for a variety of spacecraft, launch vehicle and strategic defense missions. We are looking for design engineer to add to our growing team and help us lead the way in new engine design. Primary applications are monopropellant and bipropellant rocket engines and propulsion systems for strategic missiles, LEO, GEO and exploration missions with thrust ranges from 0.2 lbf to >500 lbf. The position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance and access to U.S. export-controlled information. The primary site for this role is at our Niagara Falls location. Consideration will be given to East Aurora NY, as well. To be considered for this position, here's what you'll need to bring with you: Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering with a minimum of 6 years of proven industry experience. Experience with in-space propulsion systems and/or rocket engines is a plus. Experience doing design and CAD work in Teamcenter/NX or equivalent. To fulfill the demands of design and development of new products the individual must have self-starting instincts and good analytical skills. Can understand new technical concepts and products. Utilize these skills to understand risks and take appropriate action. Experience designing rocket engines for large scale, large volume production with a design for manufacturing (DFM) mindset is a big plus. As a Design Engineer, you will: Lead or support design efforts on rocket engines and propulsion systems by working in Teamcenter/NX generating designs, fleshing out GD&T, and bring drawings to release. You will also occasionally coordinate and/or work with other design engineers and design/drafters on these efforts to generate conceptual designs/drawings, and/or conduct that work individually. Complete the overall design and development necessary to support customer missions for a variety of propulsion products as well as ground support equipment. Application engineer Moog standard products to meet new mission requirements. Support the detailed analyses for the rocket engines including combustion, thermal, structural, dynamic and plume analyses. Depending on the project and/or your skillset, you may complete some of these required analyses. Plan the overall test campaign necessary to demonstrate compliance to customer requirements for new product development opportunities in which you are involved. Guide and direct supporting engineers and engineering technicians in the manufacturing of development hardware to our exacting requirements. Document designs, analyses, and test results with accurate and concise presentations and/or reports. Present your work to colleagues and to customers. Our Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits on day one Flexible planned vacation 401K, profit share, and employee stock purchase options Tuition reimbursement program Inclusive company culture #LI-DJ Salary Range Transparency: Niagara Falls, NY $90,000.00-$110,000.00 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.