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Moog

Test Engineer

Santa Barbara, CA

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Role family
Engineering
Seniority
Mid level
Stated salary
$80,000 per year
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
27 Sept 2026

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the posting

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 :

Test Engineer

Reporting To:

Head, Engrg. Sect.

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Santa Barbara, CA Moog’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:

Stabilized Turret Drive Systems

Integrated Weapon Systems (full turret from mechanical design to fire control electronics and software)

Ammunition Handling

Data Control and Distribution

Power Management and Distribution

We 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.

Here’s what you’ll need to bring with:

Bachelor’s in engineering

Experience in the system development, integration or test

Experience working in team environment

Strong attention to detail

High level of motivation and willingness to learn

Strong work ethic

Ability to access US export-controlled information

Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance

It would be great if you also had:

Turret fire control systems design, integration, and test experience

MATLAB/Simulink expertise

Active DoD Security Clearance

Here’s what you’ll be working on day to day:

Execute real-time testing of developmental turreted weapon systems and differing mission configurations

Develop test methods based on system requirements

Document test findings and generate reports detailing results

Evaluate the system design using a variety of engineering disciplines

Based on fundamental engineering principles, verify system level performance of candidate approaches and recommend approaches to specific applications.

Understand/interpret customer specifications and requirements.

Ability to travel up to 25% depending on mission requirement. (historically has been 10%-15%)

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.

Salary Range Transparency:

  • Santa Barbara, CA $80,000.00–$90,000.00 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.

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.

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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