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WNY Site General Manager - Defense Division

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Key Responsibilities

Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA or MS) preferred. Over ten (10) years of management experience in manufacturing environments,

Requirements Summary

Lead with Vision: Oversee operations and mentor teams to produce mission-critical components and control systems.

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ExecutiveChief Executive Officer

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.


Executive, General Management

Onsite – Buffalo, NY

Join Moog as a WNY Site General Manager – Defense Division and Lead the Future of Defense Technology!

 

At Moog, we believe in pushing boundaries and redefining what's possible. Our precision motion control systems, electro-hydraulic, and electro-mechanical technologies are critical for defense platforms from combat vehicles and mobile radars to submarines and torpedoes. Join us and be part of a team that delivers innovative solutions to the most complex challenges in defense technology.

 

Responsibilities

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  • →Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA or MS) preferred.
  • →Over ten (10) years of management experience in manufacturing environments, with at least five (5) years in defense or aerospace industries.
  • →Proven ability to manage and mentor high-performing teams, fostering collaboration and operational excellence.
  • →Strong understanding of production processes for complex defense systems, such as actuation systems or components.

 

  • Direct experience with Moog’s actuation technology.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes for defense components and systems.
  • Knowledge of electro-hydraulic and electro-mechanical actuation systems used in defense systems.
  • Experience in high-stakes production environments with stringent quality and on-time delivery requirements.

 

  • Lead with Vision: Oversee operations and mentor teams to produce mission-critical components and control systems.
  • Drive Innovation: Optimize resources and maintain production equipment to ensure rigorous production schedules and quality standards.
  • Operational Excellence: Lead your team to deliver 100% quality and 100% on-time delivery, meeting Moog’s operational excellence standards.
  • Collaborate and Inspire: Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence across manufacturing, engineering, production, maintenance, planning, quality, environmental, and safety teams.
  • Execute Strategy & Drive Results: Deliver site-level performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement while aligning site operations to business unit and enterprise objectives.
  • Deliver Financial Results: Own site P&L performance, balancing revenue growth, cost control, operational efficiency, and investment priorities to support long-term business success.
  • Lead People, Culture and Capability: Build strong site culture aligned with Moog’s values and mutual trust & respect, teamwork, and long-term development.
  • Support Customers & Programs: Partner with the Business Unit General Manager in customer engagement, ensuring transparency, operational readiness, and delivery of performance. 

 

  • 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.

Buffalo, NY $180,000.00–$240,000.00 Annually

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.


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Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Buffalo, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

Listing Details

Posted
September 26, 2026
First seen
October 1, 2026
Last seen
October 2, 2026

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WNY Site General Manager - Defense Division