Senior Avionics Systems and Flight Test Engineer

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. Working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work. This senior‑level position is onsite in Mineral Wells, TX and reports to the Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate product requirements from the customer to formulate conceptual design and architecture to meet customer requirements.
• Analyze project proposals to determine feasibility, manufacturability, cost and production time, and discuss proposals with engineers, customers and other personnel.
• Support customer development and design activities.
• Perform system/software integration activities to verify proper functionality of avionics systems.
• Develop new testing applications or modify existing tools to support integration activities and formal tests.
• Support software/system development for new and legacy product lines.
• Lead development and implementation of OASIS and EICAS configurations based on customer requirements, FAA regulations, human‑factor considerations, and standard aviation certification practices.
• Support avionics systems flight testing.
• Conduct system and subsystem analysis and requirements specification.
• Model system and subsystem performance.
• Provide certification project support for TSO and STC projects.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to lower‑level engineers and lead project engineering teams to complete air‑vehicle engineering projects.
• Act as an advisor to management on advanced engineering applications.
• Contribute to specific programs and projects focused on software for avionics and flight‑control systems, flight test engineering, and systems engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field (Master’s degree ideal).
• Minimum five years of related avionics experience and technical professional experience.
• Knowledge of design and development processes, software techniques, and proficiency with spreadsheet and word‑processing software.
• Understanding of avionics certification processes for the FAA and other authorities, including system safety analysis.
• Comprehensive grasp of avionics systems engineering discipline and familiarity with multiple related job areas, industry practices, and standards.
• Expertise in product requirements and in the use of requirements‑management tools.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, often exceeding 30 % of time.
• Capability to perform engineering work in flight test on aircraft.
• Eligibility to access United States export‑controlled information.

Benefits

• Financial Rewards: competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, matching 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Work/Life Balance: flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leave program, and relocation assistance.
• Health & Welfare: comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and other supplemental coverages.
• Professional Skills Development: tuition assistance, mentorship and coaching, leadership development, and other personal growth programs.
• Culture: warm, respectful, family‑like environment driven by Moog’s 12 core values; multiple Employee Resource Groups that are open and welcoming to all.

Pay

Salary range for Mineral Wells, TX: $100,000 – $125,000 annually (base salary; total compensation includes bonuses, stock purchase plan, paid time off, and region‑specific benefits).

Schedule

Monday – Thursday, 10‑hour shifts (onsite).