Moog

Senior Design Drafter

Moog$85K — $105K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Eight or more years of related design experience with a minimum of a two-year Engineering/Technical degree.
  • Extensive experience in high-performance, high-density packaging design.
  • Ability to independently create complete design packages from incomplete requirements.
  • Strong understanding of engineering principles, drafting standards, and manufacturing processes.
  • Proficiency in Model Based Definition (MBD) tools like Siemens NX is highly desired.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Design Engineers on conceptual designs.
  • Prepare complex designs, including layouts and assembly drawings, with minimal input.
  • Redesign existing products for improved component sizing and selection.
  • Perform engineering calculations for performance and assembly tolerance.
  • Select appropriate components and materials to meet project requirements.
  • Design tooling and fixtures when necessary.
  • Verify accuracy of work completed by junior drafting staff.
  • Assist production teams in overcoming design-related manufacturing issues.
  • Develop production control configurations in cooperation with production teams.
  • Ensure all projects meet deadlines and quality standards.

Benefits

  • Great compensation package with annual profit sharing and matching 401k.
  • Flexible paid time off, holidays, and parental leave program.
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Tuition Assistance and professional development programs.
  • Inclusive culture with Employee Resource Groups and team activities.
Full Job Description
Job Title:
Senior Design Drafter

Reporting To:
Manager, Engrg.

Work Schedule:
Hybrid - Buffalo, NY
Moog Commercial Aircraft Group is at the forefront of the aerospace industry providing flight control equipment and systems to the world's leading commercial platforms. We are positioned on virtually every aircraft in the marketplace, supplying reliable systems that are highly supportable and add significant value for our customers.

Moog designs, manufactures and integrates precision motion control components and systems. Our high-performance solutions are used in satellites and space vehicles, military and commercial aircraft, launch vehicles, missiles, industrial machinery, marine applications, and medical equipment. While we are most known for our products that are the best in the industry, what's unique about Moog is our enabling, pioneering culture.

We are seeking a Senior Design Drafter to join our team in the development of complex mechanical and electromechanical components and systems that support next-generation aerospace platforms.

As a Senior Design Drafter, you will:
  • Contribute to conceptual design development by collaborating with Design Engineers.
  • Prepare complete and often complex designs with minimal technical input, including layouts, schematics, detail drawings, assembly drawings, and parts lists for prototype and production release.
  • Perform complex redesigns and repackaging of existing products through proper component and hardware sizing and selection.
  • Execute engineering calculations related to sizing, performance, tolerance, and assembly.
  • Select components, materials, and processes to meet design requirements.
  • Design tooling and fixtures when required.
  • Check and verify the work of junior drafting personnel for accuracy and compliance.
  • Ensure adherence to Moog and aerospace standards for design documentation.
  • Assist Production in resolving manufacturing issues related to design.
  • Coordinate with Production to develop effective production control configurations (kit structure, alternate parts, revision control).
  • Maintain timely completion of assigned projects and deliverables.


To be considered for this role, you typically will bring:
  • Eight or more years of related design experience supported by a minimum of a two-year Engineering/Technical degree.
  • Extensive experience in high-performance, high-density packaging design.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal technical input and develop incomplete requirements into full design packages.
  • Strong understanding of engineering principles, drafting standards, and manufacturing processes.
  • Knowledge, Utilization and competency in Model Based Definition (MBD) is highly desired (Siemens NX, etc.)


*This job requires access to US export-controlled information and will require demonstration of U.S Citizenship.

It would be great if you also had experience with:
  • Directing and mentoring junior drafting personnel.
  • Vendor coordination for dimensional and functional specifications.
  • Presenting design results and substantiating assumptions, constraints, and analyses.
  • Aerospace design standards and requirements.


How we care for you:
  • Financial Rewards: Great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in 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 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 be offered

Salary Range Transparency:
Buffalo, NY $85,000.00-$105,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

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.

About Moog

Moog Inc. is a worldwide designer, manufacturer, and integrator of precision control components and systems. Moog's high-performance systems control military and commercial aircraft, satellites and space vehicles, launch vehicles, missiles, automated industrial machinery, and marine and medical equipment. The company's 2019 revenues were $2.9 billion. Moog employs approximately 11,000 people worldwide and has a presence in 26 countries.
Learn more about Moog
Market Cap
$2.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$2.9 million
Founded
1951
5 Year Trend
+4%
Revenue
$2.8 billion
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