Test Equipment Sustainment Engineer

Moog Inc.•Torrance, CA

1d•$100,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Moog Military Aircraft has an immediate opening for a Test Equipment Sustainment Engineer to join our team. Reporting to our Test Equipment Manager, and you will have an onsite, 9/80 work schedule in Torrance, CA. Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is a global leader in designing primary and secondary flight control actuation systems (FCAS) for military aircraft. We design and integrate FCAS systems for cutting edge aircraft like the F-35 Lightning II and the V280 Valor next generation tiltrotor Aircraft. Headquartered in East Aurora, NY, Moog employs 14,000 employees in 24 countries. Working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life, inside and outside of work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant Engineering Discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Project Management, Aeronautical, Physics)
Minimum 5 years’ experience within a relevant engineering sector (Aerospace, Automotive, Test Equipment)
Proficient in the maintenance and support of equipment solutions for multi-axis, closed loop, servo-hydraulic and electromechanical systems
Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and VISIO.
Must be able to obtain Security Clearances as required

Nice To Haves

Experience in one or more of the following: JIRA, Pirana, NX or LabVIEW is advantageous
Interdisciplinary engineering experience (Electrical, Mechanical, Hydraulic and Systems)
Experience in the aerospace/defense manufacturing industry strongly preferred
Proactive problem solving and resolution skills, with the ability to exercise mature judgement
Understand cultures and local norms associated with work in foreign (to US) locations
Key challenges include the need to work in a matrixed organization with possible conflicting demands
Proven ability to work in close cooperation with customers while representing one’s company in a positive light even under difficult situations

Responsibilities

Coordinate and complete activities in support of Test Equipment Sustainment at Moog Military Aircraft Group Torrance Operations.
Ensure continued operation of deployed test equipment in support of the product life cycle.
Work closely with our Assembly and Test Operations customer, and a team of Test Equipment Sustainment engineers and technicians, in all aspects of test systems sustainment.
Coordinate with the Test Systems Design and Project/NPI functions with respect to work packages as part of the maintenance, upgrade and sustainment of existing and proposed test equipment.
Investigation and resolution of issues creating a stop on production, a quality escape and / or reduced first pass yield.
Use of the Test Equipment Maintenance Management System (Pirana AVMS) to log, track and document customer work requests, preventative maintenance activities and other sustainment activities.
Maintain the configuration of test equipment deployed for operational use at their facility.
Generate, update and formally release Test Equipment Documentation during sustainment activities.
Provide Technical Review for Test Equipment and Test Software drawings and documentation in accordance with Moog Processes and Procedures.
Provide timely updates on sustainment activities to the Test Equipment Sustainment Site Manager and associated stakeholders.
Support procurement of sub-assemblies, services, spares and consumables to support Test Equipment on-going sustainment.
Lead activities to manage test equipment obsolescence, identifying opportunities for replacement of capital assets and co-ordination with the Test Equipment Design and Project/ NPI functions in completion of obsolescence work packages.
Support the Test Equipment Manager for the coordination of activities for the timely resolution of Corrective Actions, Significant Issues or Non-Conformances raised against Test Equipment systems, components or processes.
Support Root Cause investigations into all aspects of the Test Equipment Systems and/or components as required.
Ensure all Health & Safety practices are followed and any new issues raised, during any work activities.
Write or assist with the completion and review of work related Risk Assessments and adhere to them.
Lead and support internal and external Quality Audits on all aspects of deployed test equipment systems.
Understand and comply with quality procedures relevant to tasks undertaken.
Actively participate in lean activities to improve the function and site operations; this must be a continuous improvement program.
Support the documentation of Standard Operations for LOTO on Test Equipment and act as an authorized competent party onsite to perform LOTO activities.
Uphold, foster, and cultivate the Moog culture and philosophy within their function.

Benefits

great compensation package
bonus opportunities
matching 401k
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations)
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Flexible paid time off
holidays
parental leave program
relocation assistance
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages
Tuition Assistance
mentorship and coaching opportunities
leadership development
personal growth programs
Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values.
Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all
9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off