Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Moog Inc.•Aurora, IL

7d•$115,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

Moog’s Military Aircraft group is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to research, develop, test, and implement advanced manufacturing technologies that address current production needs and develop new processes or products. The role is embedded in the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Team and reports to the Director of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering or a delegate. The engineer will work with project, mechanical, electrical, robotics, controls, and software engineers, and collaborate across engineering, operations, and project management teams. The position is onsite in the Buffalo/East Aurora, New York area on a first-shift schedule. Travel may be required as technologies and projects are researched, developed, implemented, and tested; the stated travel requirement is 10–15%. Relocation assistance is available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical field.
Five years of relevant experience, including projects in manufacturing engineering, industrial robotics, industrial automation and control systems, or industrial engineering; manufacturing-environment experience is preferred.
Focused scholastic research or internship/co-op experience may be considered toward relevant experience.
Fundamental knowledge of Technology Readiness Level (TRL) and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) concepts and frameworks.
Ability to work under pressure and deliver results within deadlines.
Ability to travel 10–15%.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software/Computer Engineering, or Industrial Engineering background.
Master’s degree or another advanced degree.
Knowledge of manufacturing systems, mechanical systems, software, electronics, and electromechanical systems.
Knowledge of industrial application lasers, optics, and metrology systems.
Conceptual understanding of computer programming and software development related to manufacturing systems; practical programming experience is a plus.
CAD software knowledge and experience; Siemens NX experience is a plus.
Ignition, Fanuc, and Rockwell Automation experience.
General knowledge of AI and practical AI applications in engineering and manufacturing environments.
Effective communication skills.
Flexibility and willingness to cope with change in a fast-paced, dynamic organization.

Responsibilities

Identify, develop, test, and implement appropriate advanced manufacturing technologies across diverse products and production processes.
Communicate and manage technical requirements with internal and external collaborators and suppliers to support successful project development and execution.
Develop and maintain relationships with relevant advanced manufacturing research organizations, including universities and suppliers.
Plan, develop, and report on advanced manufacturing projects from early stages through production implementation.
Use Technology Readiness Level (TRL) and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) frameworks in project planning and execution.
Work with employees across departments, disciplines, sites, and divisions to understand business needs and opportunities for advanced manufacturing technologies.
Support manufacturing improvement activities that use advanced manufacturing technologies to increase throughput, improve product quality, or reduce process variation.
Build knowledge of Moog products, designs, and customer needs to identify and prioritize advanced manufacturing projects with significant organizational and operational impact.
Work effectively in a cross-functional matrix organization with other teams and sites.