Design Drafter

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Design Drafter

Specialist/Lead, Prod. Engrg.

Onsite – Buffalo, NY

Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is in search of a first shift Design Drafter to join their team! The Design Drafter will be primarily responsible for applying new manufacturing technologies for tooling, work holding gaging and automation support tooling to existing mature production and development programs. You’ll take ownership and drive results performing challenging and non‑routine tooling, gaging and fixture designs requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures.

In addition to accountability for the assembly and manufacturing processes in East Aurora, NY you may also help support our other aircraft facilities worldwide as required.

• Use Siemens NX (Unigraphics) to create designs of cutting tools, fixtures, gages, automation support tooling and test equipment, ensuring designs are economical to build and use.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineers, Product Engineers, Production shop and A&T Technicians to ensure designs meet requirements.
• Support the fabrication of complex machined parts and sub‑assemblies by creating tooling, fixtures, and gaging to aid in manufacturing and assembly.
• Prepare detailed drawings of designs for manufacture in the Moog Model Shop/Tool room or at Moog Suppliers.
• Explore new work holding techniques and tooling to expand Moog’s fixturing capabilities toward automated production cells and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Evaluate and develop new and emerging technologies in cutting tools and work holding for development and production machining, product assembly, and test.
• Maintain contact with the Moog Tool Room and outside suppliers regarding the economic manufacturability of designs.
• Coordinate with various departments and team members so machining and assembly constraints are understood and the design will function in this environment.
• Estimate tooling, fixture and gaging design times.
• Recommend tooling, fixturing, gaging and automation support tooling concepts to help engineers manufacture and assemble complex components.
• Load, track and assist in managing the Tool workflow process using Jira.

• Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Technology and 2 years’ experience, or 5+ years of applicable experience in a mechanical engineering technical environment.
• Tooling and/or fixture design experience.
• Strong CAD drafting and design skills; proficiency in this role is required.
• Knowledge of machine shop practices and fabrication methods.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and its application to tool and fixture designs.
• Ability to work as an individual contributor and as part of a cross‑functional team.
• Working knowledge of precision machine shop practices, cutting tools, gaging, jig and fixture design.
• Progressive thinker and self‑starter to advance current methodologies and technologies.
• Creative problem‑solving ability.
• Experience with quick change fixturing is a plus.
• Experience with automation support tooling is a plus.
• Lean mindset and leadership skills to drive change toward a lean factory and standardized work are a plus (Lean belt certification a plus).
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Motivation to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Occasional travel, less than 5%.

• Financial Rewards: competitive compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401(k), participation in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Work/Life Balance: flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leave program, relocation assistance.
• Health & Welfare: comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan and supplemental benefits.
• Professional Skills Development:
  Tuition Assistance,…