Software Engineering Supervisor - Test Systems

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Moog is seeking a Software Engineering Supervisor to lead a team of software engineers developing automated test systems used to validate flight control actuation systems for military aircraft. In this role, you will provide technical and people leadership for a team of 6-8 engineers and interns while remaining actively involved in software development, system integration, and verification activities.

Reporting to the Site Test Systems Engineering Manager, you will lead engineers responsible for developing software solutions that support automated test equipment, hardware-in-the-loop systems, data acquisition, control systems, and simulation environments used on advanced aerospace programs. This is a hands-on leadership position, with approximately 60-70% of your time spent contributing to technical work and 30-40% focused on team leadership and development.

You will have the option of a hybrid work schedule (3 days per week onsite) and a 9/80 schedule at our Torrance, CA facility.

To Be Considered for Software Engineering Supervisor,  you'll typically bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of software engineering experience with demonstrated technical contributions to complex engineering projects.
• Prior leadership experience, either through direct people management or technical leadership of engineering teams and projects.
• Experience developing software using Python.
• Experience with software design, integration, debugging, and verification activities.
• Ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary engineering environments.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence and support technical teams.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (up to 5-10%) as project needs require.

It’s preferred if you bring:

• Experience developing software for automated test equipment, test stands, or hardware-in-the-loop systems.
• Experience with LabVIEW, dSPACE, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar test and simulation platforms.
• Experience with data acquisition, instrumentation, automation, and control systems.
• Aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industry experience.
• Familiarity with flight control systems, electromechanical systems, or closed-loop control systems.
• Experience supporting system verification and validation activities.
• Demonstrated success mentoring and developing engineers in a technical environment.
• Experience in a laboratory, test, or development environment involving integrated hardware and software systems.
• Hands-on mechanical or electrical troubleshooting experience.

As a Software Engineering Supervisor, you will:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of software engineers and interns responsible for automated test system development and integration.
• Provide technical leadership for software architectures, development efforts, integration activities, and verification testing associated with aerospace test equipment.
• Participate directly in engineering projects, contributing hands-on software development, troubleshooting, and technical problem solving.
• Design, develop, and maintain software applications used for data acquisition, control systems, automation, and test execution.
• Support hardware-in-the-loop, simulation, and automated test environments used to validate electromechanical and electrohydraulic flight control systems.
• Collaborate with site leadership and engineering managers to prioritize work, allocate resources, and ensure successful project execution.
• Perform software integration and verification activities utilizing both real and simulated hardware environments.
• Drive engineering process compliance while identifying opportunities to improve software quality, development efficiency, reliability, and maintainability.
• Conduct performance reviews, support employee development plans, participate in workforce planning activities, and assist with recruiting and hiring efforts.
• Partner with systems, electrical, mechanical, and test engineers to deliver integrated test solutions that meet technical, schedule, and cost objectives.
• Support the definition and implementation of software requirements while ensuring successful deployment and maintenance of software in operational environments.
• Stay current with emerging software technologies, test methodologies, and industry best practices to drive continuous improvement.

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.

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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. 

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