{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"cd1bbc1aef2d39cd65b8c2fa","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/cd1bbc1aef2d39cd65b8c2fa","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/cd1bbc1aef2d39cd65b8c2fa","title":"Test Engineer","description":"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.\n\nJob Title :\n\nTest Engineer\n\nReporting To:\n\nHead, Engrg. Sect.\n\nWork Schedule:\n\nOnsite – Santa Barbara, CA\n\nMoog’s 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:\n\nStabilized Turret Drive Systems\n\nIntegrated Weapon Systems (full turret from mechanical design to fire control electronics and software)\n\nAmmunition Handling\n\nData Control and Distribution\n\nPower Management and Distribution\n\nWe are looking for a Test Engineer at our location in Santa Barbara, California. We provide 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.\n\nHere’s what you’ll need to bring with:\n\nBachelor’s in engineering\n\nExperience in the system development, integration or test\n\nExperience working in team environment\n\nStrong attention to detail\n\nHigh level of motivation and willingness to learn\n\nStrong work ethic\n\nAbility to access US export-controlled information\n\nAbility to obtain a U.S. security clearance\n\nIt would be great if you also had:\n\nTurret fire control systems design, integration, and test experience\n\nMATLAB/Simulink expertise\n\nActive DoD Security Clearance\n\nHere’s what you’ll be working on day to day:\n\nExecute real-time testing of developmental turreted weapon systems and differing mission configurations\n\nDevelop test methods based on system requirements\n\nDocument test findings and generate reports detailing results\n\nEvaluate the system design using a variety of engineering disciplines\n\nBased on fundamental engineering principles, verify system level performance of candidate approaches and recommend approaches to specific applications.\n\nUnderstand/interpret customer specifications and requirements.\n\nAbility to travel up to 25% depending on mission requirement. (historically has been 10%-15%)\n\nHow We Care for You:\n\nFinancial 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\n\nWork/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.\n\nHealth & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.\n\nProfessional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs\n\nCulture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.\n\nSalary Range Transparency:\n\nSanta Barbara, CA $80,000.00–$90,000.00 Annually\n\nSalary Range Disclaimer\n\nThe 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.\n\nThis position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.\n\nMoog 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.\n\nNo 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.","company":"Moog","rawCompany":"moog","city":"Santa Barbara","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-18T09:16:52.881Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"15-1253.00","title":"Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers","slug":"software-quality-assurance-analysts-and-testers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Test Engineer","description":"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.\n\nJob Title :\n\nTest Engineer\n\nReporting To:\n\nHead, Engrg. Sect.\n\nWork Schedule:\n\nOnsite – Santa Barbara, CA\n\nMoog’s 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:\n\nStabilized Turret Drive Systems\n\nIntegrated Weapon Systems (full turret from mechanical design to fire control electronics and software)\n\nAmmunition Handling\n\nData Control and Distribution\n\nPower Management and Distribution\n\nWe are looking for a Test Engineer at our location in Santa Barbara, California. 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Our heritage is in electrohydraulic and electromechanical actuation systems and now, through acquisitions and internal development.\n\nHere’s what you’ll need to bring with:\n\nBachelor’s in engineering\n\nExperience in the system development, integration or test\n\nExperience working in team environment\n\nStrong attention to detail\n\nHigh level of motivation and willingness to learn\n\nStrong work ethic\n\nAbility to access US export-controlled information\n\nAbility to obtain a U.S. security clearance\n\nIt would be great if you also had:\n\nTurret fire control systems design, integration, and test experience\n\nMATLAB/Simulink expertise\n\nActive DoD Security Clearance\n\nHere’s what you’ll be working on day to day:\n\nExecute real-time testing of developmental turreted weapon systems and differing mission configurations\n\nDevelop test methods based on system requirements\n\nDocument test findings and generate reports detailing results\n\nEvaluate the system design using a variety of engineering disciplines\n\nBased on fundamental engineering principles, verify system level performance of candidate approaches and recommend approaches to specific applications.\n\nUnderstand/interpret customer specifications and requirements.\n\nAbility to travel up to 25% depending on mission requirement. (historically has been 10%-15%)\n\nHow We Care for You:\n\nFinancial 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\n\nWork/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.\n\nHealth & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.\n\nProfessional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs\n\nCulture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.\n\nSalary Range Transparency:\n\nSanta Barbara, CA $80,000.00–$90,000.00 Annually\n\nSalary Range Disclaimer\n\nThe 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.\n\nThis position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.\n\nMoog 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.\n\nNo 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. 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