Engineering Lab Manager

Overview

Moog Inc. is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in an environment where trust and doing the right thing are valued.

Job Title

Engineering Lab Manager

Reporting To

Management, General Engineering

Work Schedule

Onsite – East Aurora, New York (Buffalo, NY)

Fast Works Focus Areas

• Support Core Business by enabling fast execution in the development portion of programs
• Improve processes by testing new approaches and mindsets
• Support emerging customers that require flexible, fast engagement

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain lab space, equipment, tools list, conduct inventories, and track ownership
• Work across electronic and actuation disciplines (Electro‑Hydraulic, Electro‑Mechanical, Electronic control)
• Set up instruments and run tests (ATP, qualification, development, integration) end‑to‑end, including fixture development, cabling, hydraulics, power, and data collection
• Independently execute hardware testing and document results
• Measure electrical parameters with lab equipment, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, power supplies, and data acquisition systems
• Document test procedures, instrument configurations, and results; raise technical issues to engineers when appropriate
• Build and repair equipment such as cable assemblies, harnesses, and breakout boxes
• Maintain lab cleanliness and enforce standards; return tools and keep work areas presentable
• Manage supplies and consumables, including placing orders and coordinating replacements
• Train and mentor technicians or engineers on lab processes and setups

Qualifications

• Associate’s or technical degree in EE, ME, or related field or equivalent practical experience
• 3+ years hands‑on experience in an engineering lab or test environment supporting mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems (actuator testing experience preferred)
• Ability to access U.S. export‑controlled information
• Proven ability to set up, instrument, and execute tests independently (DAQ, oscilloscopes, power supplies, current probes)
• Experience building and verifying cable assemblies and basic wiring harnesses
• Comfortable working with medium/high‑voltage systems and adherence to safety procedures
• Strong organizational skills for inventory management and lab provisioning
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and good judgment for escalating issues
• Clear written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience with actuator motion testing, power electronics, motor drives, or motion control systems
• Familiarity with DAQ/test automation tools (e.g., LabVIEW, NI DAQ)
• Prior responsibility for lab upkeep, inventory systems, procurement, or tool management

Working Conditions & Expectations

• Onsite role with moderate physical activity (lifting, moving fixtures, hydraulic fluids, electrical equipment)
• Occasional off‑hours tests may be required
• Primary responsibility for enforcing lab cleanliness and organization; point of contact for lab tools and equipment
• Close collaboration with design, product, and project engineers in a fast‑paced prototyping environment

Why This Role Matters

By owning the lab environment and equipment list, you directly increase team throughput and program reliability, enabling engineers to validate designs quickly and safely.

How We Care For You

• Financial Rewards: competitive compensation, annual profit sharing, matching 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Work/Life Balance: flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leave, relocation assistance
• Health & Welfare: comprehensive insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan) and supplemental benefits
• Professional Development: tuition assistance, mentorship, coaching, leadership development, growth programs
• Collaborative & Inclusive Workplace: inclusive culture, Employee Resource Groups, team‑building activities
• Additional site‑specific benefits may be offered

Salary Range

Buffalo, NY — $75,000.00–$ (Annually)

Employee Opportunity Statement

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran. Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer and 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 need assistance or accommodation to apply, contact our Human Resources department at 844‑367‑5787.

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