Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

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Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Sr. Performance Leader - Manufacturing Engineering

Onsite – Buffalo, NY (Typical hours: 7 am – 3 pm, M‑F)

The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer works closely with design engineering during both pre‑production and production phases to ensure hardware designs are compatible with welding and manufacturing capabilities. This role is responsible for developing efficient welding processes for electron beam and orbital welding, preparing tooling and gauging requirements, and supporting complex assemblies and machined parts for weld. Additionally, the Weld Engineer creates and validates CNC programs related to welded assemblies, writes detailed operation sheets and process documentation, and drives continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, cost, and delivery performance.

• Design and implement welding processes that meet quality and cost objectives.
• Team with Manufacturing Engineering, Assembly & Test and other departments to optimize product designs & fixturing for weldability.
• Collaborate with outside vendors/machine shop to identify source of supply for the manufacturing of the design.
• Work with the proposal group to provide process, time estimates & fixturing needs.
• Develop and maintain accurate process documentation and CNC programs.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and company standards.
• Drive process improvements using lean principles and advanced welding technologies.
• Training & mentoring to technically guide tool designers and manufacturing engineers.

• Associate’s degree + 10 years of relevant experience preferred; equivalent industry experience accepted in lieu of degree.
• Aerospace industry experience preferred.
• Must have experience with electron beam and orbital welding processes.
• Knowledge of welding processes, tooling design, and quality control methods.
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Proficiency in CNC programming and process documentation.

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Work/Life Balance:
  Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program.
• 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.
• Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace:
  Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team‑building activities.
• Additional site‑specific benefits may also be offered.

Buffalo, NY $95,000.00–$ Annually

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region‑specific benefits.

This position requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information.

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