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Moog

Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$106K - $132K/yr

Our Space and Defense Group is the operating group with the longest heritage at Moog and serves ever-evolving markets with ongoing innovation that allows for constantly developing technology and ...

CycloKinetics

Chemical Engineer L2

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

... defense applications. We are a team of engineers, scientists, and operators driven by performance, innovation, and national security impact focused on building scalable, domestic energy solutions ...

Averity

Electrical Engineering Manager

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$118K - $152K/yr

... innovation is seeking a driven, hands-on Electrical Engineering Manager to lead the charge in developing advanced electronic systems for mission-critical applications in defense, public safety, and ...

Raytheon

Senior Provisioning Specialist

Provo, UT

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is seeking ... At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

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Electric Power Systems

Test Engineering Intern

North Logan, UT · On-site

$14.75 - $19/hr

... defense, and electrified transportation. Based in North Logan, Utah, EPS designs and manufactures ... Our mission is to advance, connect, and protect our world with unmatched energy innovation, and we ...

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What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in Defense Innovation roles?

Professionals in Defense Innovation often navigate the complex intersection of military needs, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements. One common challenge is balancing the rapid pace of technological change with lengthy procurement and approval processes. Additionally, collaboration across multidisciplinary teams—including engineers, military personnel, and government stakeholders—requires strong communication and adaptability. Navigating security protocols and maintaining confidentiality while fostering innovation can also be demanding, making flexibility and creative problem-solving essential for success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Defense Innovation, and why are they important?

To thrive in Defense Innovation, you need expertise in systems engineering, technology development, and analytical problem-solving, often supported by a background in STEM fields and experience with defense protocols. Familiarity with project management tools, rapid prototyping platforms, and relevant security clearances is typically required. Strong collaboration, adaptability, and strategic thinking are critical soft skills to excel in this evolving landscape. These competencies are essential for driving technological advancements and delivering effective solutions to complex defense challenges.

What is Defense Innovation?

Defense innovation refers to the development and application of new technologies, strategies, and processes within the defense sector to enhance national security and military effectiveness. It involves adapting cutting-edge advancements—such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems—to address evolving threats and challenges. Defense innovation is crucial for maintaining a technological edge, improving operational capabilities, and ensuring that military organizations can effectively respond to current and future security needs.

What is the difference between Defense Innovation vs Defense Analyst?

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Defense Innovation focuses on developing new technologies and strategies to enhance national security, often involving research, prototyping, and collaboration with tech firms. Defense Analysts evaluate existing defense programs, analyze military data, and provide strategic insights. While both roles support defense objectives, Defense Innovation emphasizes creating future solutions, whereas Defense Analysts focus on assessing current systems. Candidates often need similar security clearances and technical backgrounds, but their daily tasks differ significantly.

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Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor

Moog, Inc.

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

$106K - $132K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Moog Inc. rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 60 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

250th of 487 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job 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.
Job Title:
Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor
Reporting To:
Management, General Engineering
Work Schedule:
Onsite - Salt Lake City, UT
Moog, Inc. is a global leader in motion control across land, sea air and space, pioneering advanced solutions to drive cutting edge innovation for our valued customers.
Our Space and Defense Group is the operating group with the longest heritage at Moog and serves ever-evolving markets with ongoing innovation that allows for constantly developing technology and excellent career opportunities.
Our Defense team in Salt Lake City, UT is eagerly looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will lead a team of Manufacturing Engineers supporting production operations through manufacturing process development, tooling and equipment support, production layout optimization, ergonomics, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will work closely with Value Stream Managers to align manufacturing engineering priorities with production goals and operational needs and partners with Operations, Product Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance while ensuring manufacturing systems remain efficient, reliable, and scalable.
This is an on-site, collaborative working environment that offers a 9/80 schedule to include every other Friday off! (Formal schedule is M-Th, 7am-4pm, every other F 7am-3pm)
As our Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor, you will add incredible value to the team by holding responsibility for:
  • Lead and develop a team of Manufacturing Engineers, fostering a culture of accountability, ownership, standardization, and continuous improvement.
  • Partner closely with Value Stream Managers and cross-functional teams to prioritize resources, resolve production challenges, and achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost objectives.
  • Drive execution of departmental goals by establishing clear expectations, monitoring performance, and ensuring timely completion of projects and deliverables within schedule and budget targets.
  • Provide oversight for the design, release, deployment, and lifecycle support of production tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment.
  • Establish and maintain manufacturing engineering standards, processes, and documentation to ensure quality, consistency, maintainability, and operational readiness.
  • Ensure effective communication of project status, risks, constraints, and resource needs to support informed decision-making and successful implementation.
  • Lead Lean Manufacturing, production flow, ergonomics, equipment support, and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing performance and resource utilization.
  • Utilize production metrics and data-driven problem solving to identify opportunities, eliminate waste, and implement sustainable operational improvements.

To be considered for this Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor role, here's what you'll need to bring with you:
  • Possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
  • 5+ years of relevant manufacturing engineering experience in a complex manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated experience successfully leading manufacturing engineering teams.
  • Demonstrated experience leading manufacturing engineering teams in a complex production environment.
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment support, Lean Manufacturing principles, process improvement, and value stream optimization.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and solve complex production and operational challenges.
  • Strong leadership, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.

In return, we care for you by providing incredible "work perks" including:
  • 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 & Wellbeing: 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 Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment rooted in our 12 core values. Enhanced by multiple employee-led Employee Resource Groups, and various team-building activities, delivering a truly open and supportive workplace
  • Additional site-specific benefits are available!

Salary Range Transparency:
Salt Lake City, UT $115,000.00-$145,000.00 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.
EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran
Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment 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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Founded in 1951 with the invention of the servo valve by Bill Moog, a breakthrough in motion control systems, Moog Inc. (NYSE: MOG.A and MOG.B) has evolved into a global leader in motion control parts and systems. Headquartered in East Aurora, NY, we serve customers in over 90 countries, with operations spanning more than 27 countries and a dedicated workforce of nearly 13,000 professionals. Our organization comprises three operating groups: Aircraft, Industrial, and Space and Defense. Our high-performance systems drive military and commercial aircraft, satellites, launch vehicles, missiles, industrial machinery, marine, and medical equipment. At Moog, our focus lies in crafting high-performance solutions to solve the most challenging technical problems for our customers. Beyond technical prowess, Moog fosters a performance culture empowering employees to achieve greatness. Our team thrives on tackling engaging technical challenges within a culture of trust, offering rewarding job experiences and a fulfilling work-life balance.

Industry

Aviation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

East Aurora, NY, US

Year founded

1951

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