Senior Program Manager - Space and Defense Group

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Senior Program Manager – Space and Defense Group

Onsite – Buffalo, NY (Elma, NY)

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.

• Lead technical programs from contract award through final end‑item delivery, including support to sales and proposal efforts through fact‑finding and negotiations.
• Lead and manage cross‑functional and large teams across disciplines ranging from contracts, procurement, engineering, test, operations, and quality.
• Oversee and manage tasks from engineering design to qualification and throughout the production lifecycle.
• Use your technical background to confirm that requirements are interpreted and met throughout the program.
• Ensure that the program plan, schedule, and costs meet both Moog and customer expectations.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage the preparation and presentation of materials for internal and customer meetings.
• Review and manage program costs and technical risks, presenting status and schedule of programs at monthly Program Management Review.

• Minimum of a BS Degree in Engineering or Business.
• Minimum of five (5) years of program/project management experience in a production or manufacturing environment in aerospace, defense, or other highly engineered manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex production programs in a manufacturing environment with direct responsibility for cost, schedule, and performance.
• Track record of leading cross‑functional teams—engineering, operations, supply chain, and quality—through full‑rate production.
• Demonstrated experience in identifying issues and problems that impact program performance and taking appropriate actions to resolve them and recover costs and schedule in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contractual requirements and scope adherence.
• Proven ability to operate under pressure while managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Some travel may be required.
• Ability to access U.S. export‑controlled information.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Current Security Clearance highly preferred.

Financial Rewards:
Great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 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 Program, and other supplemental benefits.

Professional Skills Development:
Tuition Assistance, mentorship, coaching opportunities, leadership development, and other personal growth programs.

Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace:
Inclusive culture, Employee Resource Groups, and team‑building activities.

Buffalo, NY: $–$ Annually. The base salary range represents the low and high end of Moog’s salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary based on location, experience, and performance. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, and other region‑specific benefits.

Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such 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.