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Moog Inc.

Senior Design Drafter Job at Moog Inc. in East Aurora

Moog Inc., East Aurora, NY, US, 14052

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Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is a leader in integrated flight control solutions and actuation systems for military aircraft across the U.S. and global markets. Our Global Sustainment Engineering team plays a critical role in ensuring the performance and reliability of these systems by designing, building, and verifying the specialized equipment used in our flight control hardware.


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 military 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:

  • Ten or more years of related design experience supported by a minimum of a two-year Engineering 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.
  • Proficient experience and knowledge in utilization of Siemens NX 3D Mcad design software.


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.


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.