Automation​/Controls Engineer

parental leave, paid time off, tuition assistance, 401(k), profit sharing, relocation assistance

Mar 03, 2026

Automation/Controls Engineer

Engineering, Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering

Onsite - Buffalo, NY

Moog’s Military Aircraft Group has an exciting opportunity to join the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Team as an Automation/Controls Engineer. The role scopes, designs, develops, implements and supports cost‑effective automated manufacturing cells and other automation systems including robotics, industrial controls, machine tending, material handling, RFID, automation networking, machine vision, and automated assembly.

The successful candidate will work on a team of 3–8 mechanical, robotics, controls, and software engineers and collaborate on projects across other engineering and operations teams.

• Identify, develop, and recommend appropriate cost‑effective manufacturing automation systems to provide cost savings and/or increased throughput to existing and future‑state factory systems.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve efficiency, utilization, and output on existing and future manufacturing processes.
• Assist with specification and purchase of automation capital equipment, ensuring a balance between optimizing technological capabilities and return on investment.
• Interact and interface with employees from other departments and external automation integrators for project execution.
• Support continued manufacturing improvement activities involving automation components such as industrial controls, machine vision systems, robotics, etc., resulting in productivity optimization via throughput increase and process variation reduction.
• Provide support and continued development to existing automation projects already in service within Moog facilities.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair automation‑related software and hardware issues.
• Travel may be required as systems are being researched, developed and installed.
• Comprehend and minimize impact to continued production while implementing any new manufacturing automation processes.
• Work effectively in a cross‑functional matrix organization with other teams and sites.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field. Automation or robotics engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or software engineering preferred.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience including projects in industrial automation and control systems preferably in a manufacturing environment. Focused scholastic research or internships/co‑op experience will be considered.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results within deadlines.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, software, electronics, and electromechanical systems, as well as automation technology in general.
• Conceptual understanding of computer programming and software development as it relates to control systems.
• CAD software knowledge and experience. Siemens NX experience a plus.
• Ignition, Fanuc, and Rockwell Automation experience is desired.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to be flexible and cope with change. Moog is a fast‑paced, dynamic organization.

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401(k) and the ability to participate in an 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.

Buffalo, NY $80,000.00 – $ Annually

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in…