Project Engineer
About the RoleMoog is seeking a midlevel Lead Project Engineer to serve as the technical lead for a spacecraft avionics package. This role supports project execution from requirements through validation, delivery, and integration, translating program requirements into system architectures and coordinating technical activities across engineering disciplines.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport technical execution of assigned spacecraft and avionics projects.Coordinate technical activities across multiple engineering disciplines.Manage program requirements, traceability, and verification matrices.Contribute to system and subsystem architecture under the guidance of senior technical leaders.Support development and execution of validation and verification activities, including environmental, functional, EMI/EMC, and integration testing.Coordinate cross-functional teams across hardware, firmware/FPGA, software, test, suppliers, and manufacturing.Troubleshoot and debug board-level and system-level issues during testing and integration.Ensure engineering outputs meet schedule and quality targets.Required QualificationsMinimum 2 years of relevant engineering experience in space, avionics, or complex electronics systems.Familiarity with one or more of the following:Requirements managementCircuit board design and debuggingSpacecraft electronicsFPGA designComplex system designAvionics testingExperience creating or maintaining requirements traceability and verification artifacts.Strong problem-solving and hands-on testing/debugging skills at the board or system level.Clear written and verbal communication skills.Preferred QualificationsFamiliarity with space or avionics standards and interfaces, including SpaceWire, Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553, CAN, and RS422/TTL.Experience with environmental qualification testing, including vibration, thermal/vacuum, and shock testing.Experience with hardware bring-up, lab automation, and test-script development.Knowledge of FPGA toolflows, schematic capture, or PCB layout review.Skills & CompetenciesProject EngineeringSystems EngineeringSpacecraft AvionicsRequirements ManagementRequirements TraceabilityVerification & ValidationHardware DebuggingBoard-Level DebuggingSystem-Level TroubleshootingFPGACircuit Board DesignAvionics TestingEMI/EMC TestingEnvironmental Qualification TestingCross-Functional EngineeringProblem SolvingTechnical CommunicationEducation & ExperienceRelevant engineering experience: minimum 2 years.Specific educational degree requirements were not specified in the provided job description.Work Arrangement & ScheduleWork Arrangement: OnsiteLocation: Gilbert, AZ, USThe role description also references a Phoenix, AZ work schedule and salary range; the provided listing identifies Gilbert, AZ as the job location.Compensation & BenefitsSalary: USD $80,000–$130,000 annually.Actual compensation may vary based on location, experience, performance, and other factors.Additional rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, open paid time off, and region-specific benefits.Compliance / Additional InformationThis position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants who need assistance during the application process.No unsolicited agency submissions. Agency partners must be invited by Moog's Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place before submitting candidates.Apply Now