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$75k – $95k per year
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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 7, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 6, 2026. Moog Inc. scores B on the Alion truth index.

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Moog Inc. is a global designer, manufacturer, and integrator of precision motion and fluid control systems and components. Headquartered in East Aurora, New York, the company operates across four main business segments: Military Aircraft, Commercial Aircraft, Space and Defense, and Industrial. Through electro-hydraulic and electric actuation technologies, it delivers critical flight control systems, spacecraft positioning, missile solutions, medical devices, and heavy industrial automation where ultra-precise control and high reliability are essential.
Backed by BGF

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. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title:

Associate Software Engineer

Reporting To:

Mgr., Staff Engineering

Work Schedule:

Onsite - Buffalo, NY

The Advanced Technology and Engineering Programs (ATEP) team of Moog Space and Defense Group’s Defense sector is looking for an Associate Software Engineer to work on its efforts in maturing technologies in the automated undersea and surface domains.

This exciting opportunity will involve the specification, design, implementation and verification of automated detection/targeting systems, turret control, perception and vehicle control systems.

ATEP’s focus is to accelerate innovation and develop the next generation of capabilities by pursuing the development of new products and taking them to TRL 5/6. Following that they are transitioned into business units to be matured and scaled. ATEP has a fail-fast culture, building prototype products to develop/test new capabilities. The focus is on getting hardware into live test scenarios.

The Associate Software Engineer will develop perception and control software using industry-standard packages for the real-time control of sensors and object detection/tracking systems. The incumbent will be responsible for the design and development of embedded software that controls actuation systems and wheeled/tracked vehicles. The incumbent will work with cutting-edge hardware and components in the design and development of architectures that power the next generation of defense systems.

To be considered for the Associate Software Engineer role, here’s what you typically need to bring with you:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering discipline (software/computer engineering preferred) with relevant technical experience.
  • Early career professional; internship or co-op experience is a plus!
  • Strong knowledge and experience of Modern C++ and Python.
  • Must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
  • Computer science fundamentals, such as data structures, concurrency, algorithm design, multi-threading, and distributed systems.
  • Good understanding of operating system internals, such as kernel and driver architectures.

It would be great if you also had:

  • Master of Science degree in Engineering
  • Experience with real-time operating systems and real-time applications.
  • Experience with training, validating and optimizing visual object detection models
  • Working experience in Linux with an understanding of both concurrency and architecture.
  • Familiarity in version control, testing, and adherence to coding guidelines.
  • Experience in the development of control software in embedded real time software.
  • Experience preferred with programming perception and navigation sensors, such as lidar, cameras, radar, IMUs and GPS.

As an Associate Software Engineer, you will have the following responsibilities:

  • Design, code, test, and maintain real-time embedded control and perception software.
  • Work closely with team members to determine system/software needs and requirements that provide value.
  • Collaborate closely with hardware and software engineers during the definition, design and verification phases.
  • Design and develop software using development best practices, including continuous software integration and test.
  • Utilize novel software technologies for real-time controls.
  • Help shape both core technology and business unit culture.

How We Care for You:

  • Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities , matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), 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
  • Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.

Salary Range Transparency:

Buffalo, NY $75,000.00-$95,000.00 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.

Moog offers an inclusive workplace, and, as such, affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment based on merit 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.

No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Absent compliance with these pre-conditions resumes submitted directly to any Moog Inc. employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Moog Inc.

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