Senior Systems Engineer
Moog Space & Defense Group
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This is the reality of Moog – and you can be a part of it.
Moog is the premier motion and flow control solutions provider for the following markets: satellites, human-rated space vehicles, launch vehicles, missiles, military ground vehicles, naval vessels, and security and surveillance.
Moog’s Santa Barbara Operations is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer. We provide sub-systems and components for every mission critical system on a modern military vehicle. Our heritage is in electrohydraulic and electromechanical actuation systems and now, through acquisitions and internal development, Moog provides expert solutions in:
- Stabilized Turret Drive Systems
- Integrated Weapon Systems (full turret from mechanical design to fire control electronics and software)
- Ammunition Handling
- Data Control and Distribution
- Power Management and Distribution
Here’s what you’ll be working on day to day:
- Provide systems engineering support for the design, development, integration, test, and verification of highly complex electro-mechanical systems
- Interface with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders to generate component and subsystem specifications
- Define hardware and software interfaces between subsystems
- Develop, test, analyze, and document turret fire control algorithms
- Build linear and nonlinear dynamic models and simulations to evaluate system performance
- Provide technical leadership and guidance for development teams
- Support lab and field testing
- Generate technical documentation (plans, reports)
- Occasional travel required
Here’s the skills and abilities you will need to bring with you:
- BS with an emphasis in Control Systems and Signal Processing
- 5 to 15 years of industry experience
- Classical and modern control systems design knowledge
- Signal processing and data analysis knowledge
- Hands-on experience working with the hardware and software aspects of electro-mechanical systems
- MATLAB/Simulink knowledge
- Proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail
- High level of motivation and willingness to learn
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to access US export-controlled information
- Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance
It would be great if you had:
- MS with an emphasis in Control Systems and Signal Processing
- Turret fire control systems design, integration, and test experience
- MATLAB/Simulink expertise
- Strong mathematical background
- Active DoD Security Clearance
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About Moog, Inc.:
Our company began in 1951 with Bill Moog’s invention, the servo valve, a device which became the heart of high performance motion control systems. Today, Moog Inc. (NYSE: MOG.A and MOG.B) is a worldwide designer, manufacturer, and integrator of motion control parts and systems.
Headquartered in East Aurora, NY, we proudly serve customers in more than 90 countries. Our operations extend to more than 27 countries and our talented, global workforce is nearly 12,000 strong.
Our company is organized into five operating groups: Aircraft, Space and Defense, Industrial, Medical Devices, and Corporate. Our high-performance systems control military and commercial aircraft, satellites and space vehicles, launch vehicles, missiles, automated industrial machinery, and marine and medical equipment. What sets Moog apart is our commitment to creating high-performance solutions that solve our customers’ most difficult technical challenges.
But it's more than technical excellence that defines us. Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our employees enjoy tackling interesting technical challenges in a culture of trust. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.
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. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844-367-5787.
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