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$85k – $135k per year
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In office (Santa Barbara)
Seniority
Middle · 3+ years exp
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Full-Time
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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.

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:

Embedded Software Engineer

Reporting To:

Manager, Software Dev.

Work Schedule:

Onsite - Santa Barbara, CA

Imagine. . . a working environment where people trust each other to achieve exceptional things.

Imagine. . . a business that employs ten thousand of the world’s most sought-after engineers and technologists.

Imagine. . . an enterprise where a belief in personal accountability continues to drive groundbreaking innovation and global growth.

This is the reality of Moog - and you can be a part of it.

We’re looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join our team in Moog’s Space and Defense Group. This position follows a 9/80 work schedule, which provides every other Friday off!

Our Santa Barbara Operations provides 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

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

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering desired.
    • Bachelor of Science degree in other engineering fields may be considered with appropriate additional experience in the design/development/test of real-time control software.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in the design/development/test of embedded real-time control software, of which 2-3 years overall experience in software development.
  • C language (Java a plus)
  • OS experience, especially RTOS (bare metal and embedded Linux a plus)
  • Experience with communication protocol drivers and stacks (networking, 1553, UART, SPI, I2C, etc.)
  • Read and understand electronic part data sheets, electrical schematics, and communication protocol documents.
  • Experience in Unix internals, low level driver software, communication interface software as well as GUI software is a plus.
  • Ability to travel approximately 10-15%.
  • Must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

As our Embedded Software Engineer, you will:

  • Design, code, debug, and integrate new capabilities for our new and existing turreted weapons systems (RIwP)
  • Debug issues with existing systems
  • Integration of new capabilities both in the Systems Integration Lab and in the field.
  • Deliver executable software that meets quality and performance requirements.
  • Deliver other software work products (documentation) that meet contractual requirements.
  • Provide status reporting to management during project execution.

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:

Santa Barbara, CA $85,000.00-$135,000.00 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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