Principal Avionics Systems and Flight Test Engineer

Job Title

Principal Avionics Systems and Flight Test Engineer

Reporting To

Manager, Engineering

Location & Work Schedule

Onsite – Mineral Wells, TX

Company Overview

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.

Job Summary

The Moog Military Aircraft Group is seeking a Principal Avionics Systems and Flight Test Engineer to provide master level technical contribution in the design and development of total cockpit solutions, including advanced avionics, radios, and flight control systems. The role involves researching, developing, designing, and testing components, products, and systems, as well as developing new solutions, standards, and operational plans for large technical projects.

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, integrate and flight test complete air vehicle avionics systems.
• Lead informal teams to complete customer projects and may manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Lead large initiatives and complex projects of strategic importance focused on software for avionics and flight control systems.
• Review and evaluate product requirements from customers and formulate conceptual design and architecture to meet those requirements.
• Analyze project proposals to determine feasibility, manufacturability, cost, and production time.
• Develop solutions to technical challenges of moderate scope and complexity in the design and development of complex avionics systems, radios, and autopilots and flight control laws for fixed and rotary‑wing aircraft.
• Support customer development and design, helping customers understand how systems work together for a certified solution.
• Perform system/software integration activities to verify proper functionality of the products.
• Develop new testing applications or modify existing tools to support integration activities and formal tests.
• Support software/system development activities for the company’s new and legacy product lines.
• Lead development, implementation, and flight testing of air vehicle configurations based on customer requirements, FAA requirements, human‑factor considerations, and standard aviation certification practices.
• Serve as the company expert on systems‑level integrations of Moog product lines.
• Lead avionics systems flight testing; conduct system and subsystem analysis and requirements specification.
• Execute certification projects: TSO and STC projects.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to lower‑level engineers and lead project engineering teams to complete air vehicle engineering projects.
• Act as advisor to management on advanced engineering applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, Software, or Computer Engineering (Master’s degree preferred) or other related engineering degrees and related technical engineering professional experience.
• Typically a minimum of fifteen years related avionics experience and related technical professional experience.
• Knowledge of air vehicle certification processes for the FAA and other certification authorities, including system safety analysis.
• Authoritative knowledge of engineering discipline and extensive knowledge of multiple/related job areas and industry practices and standards.
• Expert in product requirements and relevant requirements‑management tools.
• Knowledge of design and development processes, internet software, spreadsheet software, and word‑processing software.
• Able to perform engineering work in flight test on aircraft.
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally, at times more than 30%.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• FAA pilot certification and extensive experience in flight testing and system safety analysis preferred.

Benefits

• Financial Rewards: competitive compensation, annual profit sharing, matching 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 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 (EAP) and supplemental benefits.
• Professional Development: Tuition assistance, mentorship, coaching, leadership development, and personal growth programs.
• Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in values, Employee Resource Groups, and team‑building activities.

Schedule

Monday – Thursday, 10‑hour shifts.

Salary Range

$140,000.00–$160,000.00 annually (Mineral Wells, TX)

EEO Statement

Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer and 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.