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Job Title:

Sustainment Manager

Reporting To:

Strategy Growth & Innovation Director:

Work Schedule:

Hybrid – Buffalo, NY

Moog is the premier motion and flow control solutions provider for the following markets: satellites, human-rated space vehicles, launch vehicles, missiles, military ground vehicles, and naval vessels

Moog’s Space & Defense Group (SDG) is a rapidly growing organization offering significant opportunities for professional development. We are seeking a Sustainment Manager to partner closely with Sustainment Leadership in the ongoing management of Moog’s aftermarket sustainment contracts. This role will focus on product support, modernization and upgrade initiatives, service and support programs, training solutions, and engineered sustainment capabilities that enable multi-domain defense operations.

The Sustainment Manager will provide direct sustainment expertise across the full contract lifecycle—business development, supporting proposals, system fielding, long‑term sustainment, modernization planning, and capability upgrades for Moog SDG systems. This position plays a key role in ensuring reliable, effective, and mission-ready support for our U.S. and international defense customers.

Here’s the skills and abilities you will need to bring with you:

Bachelor of Science in Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of relevant technical experience

Technical expertise with hydraulic, electro-mechanical and electronic systems—or comparable defense and aerospace technologies preferred

Demonstrated experience managing U.S. Government (USG) sustainment contracts in a sustainment leadership role

Strong understanding of the acquisition and sustainment lifecycle

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey and discuss complex technical issues clearly

Self-driven leadership style, with the ability to work independently, set priorities, and drive tasks to completion

Proven success leading and coordinating cross-functional, geographically dispersed teams

7 years of project or program management experience, with a track record of delivering on schedule and within budget

Strong communication skills in engagements with executive leadership, government customers, and suppliers

Broad USG sustainment domain experience

Familiarity with business development practices, including driving new business whilst aligning with USG platform roadmaps and modernization strategies.

Contracting and negotiations

Quality and compliance

Finance (forecasting, sales, margins)

Export compliance (ITAR/EAR)

Certifications and regulatory frameworks (experience with., ISO9001, AS9100, or FAR/DFARS)

Continuous improvement methodologies

Ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret security clearance

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

This role is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness and efficiency of Moog SDG systems.

Sustainment Leadership & Execution:

Oversee all sustainment activities for SDG fielded assets, ensuring optimal system availability, reliability, and mission readiness.

Lead sustainment efforts across Moog SDG departments, identifying and implementing improvements while maintaining product quality.

Manage sustainment scope for engineering changes and modifications, ensuring work exceeds customer expectations.

Maintain deep knowledge of sustainment contracts and the performance of all SDG fielded systems.

Provide leadership, guidance, and training to sustainment team members.

Oversee bid-no-bid and pricing decisions for sustainment projects

Develop and maintain effective relationships across Moog U.S. and International sites in support of global sustainment initiatives.

Additional areas of responsibility:

Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) & Strategy:

Performance Monitoring & Compliance:

Customer, Supplier & Partner Engagement:

Business, Financial & Contract Management:

Spares Management & Sustainment Optimization:

Training & Field Support:

How We Care For You:

Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 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

Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.

Additional site-specific benefits may be offered

Salary Range Transparency:

Buffalo, NY $140,000.00–$170,000.00 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.

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