Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager

About the role

Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to join their team. This role plays a critical part in transitioning operations into the company’s next-generation Advanced Integrated Manufacturing (AIM) facility.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, test and implement appropriate Advanced Manufacturing technologies across diverse products and production processes.
• Manage, advise and prioritize activities and projects for 4-5 Advanced Manufacturing Engineers.
• Communicate and manage technical requirements with internal and external collaborators and suppliers for successful project development and execution.
• Develop and maintain relationships with pertinent manufacturing research organizations such as universities, suppliers etc. working in the area of Advanced Manufacturing.
• Plan, develop, and report out on Advanced Manufacturing projects from early to late stages of maturity to production implementation.
• Implement TRL (Technology Readiness Level) and MRL (Manufacturing Readiness Level) frameworks into project planning and execution.
• Interact and interface with Moog employees from other departments, disciplines, sites and divisions to understand business needs and opportunities for Advanced Manufacturing technologies.
• Support continued manufacturing improvement activities involving Advanced Manufacturing technologies resulting in productivity optimization via throughput increase, product quality, or process variation reduction.
• Become intimately and fundamentally knowledgeable of Moog’s products, designs, and customers’ needs to identify and prioritize Advanced Manufacturing projects for the largest impact to organizational and operational goals and objectives.
• Travel may be required as technologies and projects are being researched, developed, implemented, and tested.
• Work effectively in a cross-functional matrix organization with other teams and sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical field. Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software/Computer Engineering or Industrial Engineering preferred. Master’s or other advanced degree is highly desirable.
• 7+ years of relevant experience including projects in manufacturing engineering, industrial robotics, industrial automation and control systems, or industrial engineering; preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor others.
• Fundamental knowledge of TRL (Technology Readiness Level) and MRL (Manufacturing Readiness Level) concepts and frameworks.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results within deadlines.
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems, mechanical systems, software, electronics, and electromechanical systems.
• General knowledge of AI and practical AI applications in engineering and manufacturing environments.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to be flexible and cope with change.

Qualifications

• Conceptual understanding of computer programming and software development relating to manufacturing systems.
• Practical computer programming experience is a plus.
• CAD software knowledge and experience. Siemens NX experience a plus.

Benefits

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.

Pay

Buffalo, NY: $125,000.00–$160,000.00 Annually

Schedule

First Shift - Onsite in East Aurora, NY