Mechanical Design Engineer
Moog
Johnson City, TN · Posted September 24, 2026
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About the job
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:
Mechanical Design Engineer
Reporting To:
Management, Design Engineering
Work Schedule:
Onsite – Johnson City, TNMechanical Design Engineer
Moog Space and Defense Group is the operating group with the longest heritage at Moog. The ever-evolving markets we serve require innovation and allow for constantly developing career opportunities. Our expansive defense portfolio is aligned with U.S. military priorities and our mission of “equipping those who defend freedom.” We are also “revolutionizing the way to space” by supporting the return of humans to the Moon and NASA's deep space exploration programs.
Our team in Space and Defense - Power & Data is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join them. You will report to the Design Engineering Manager and will have an onsite work schedule in Johnson City, Tennessee.
To be considered for the Mechanical Design Engineer, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, and/or Electrical Engineering
• 2 years of relevant engineering experience preferred
• Experience in design engineering - performance and stress analysis of designs, GD&T, component selection
• Experience with CAD programs (preferably SolidWorks) and analysis tools.
• Hands on experience with assembly of mechanical parts (machining, drilling, fastening, measuring, 3D printing, etc.)
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will:
• Contribute to the preparation and execution of key design engineering tasks at Moog.
• Provide technical support to engineers, as needed.
• Provide input on project processes, strategies, and execution.
• Design and draft new and existing development hardware.
• Utilize clean sheet solutions for cost analysis
• Analyze and modify heritage designs
• Prepare stress and performance analysis calculations
• Provide hands-on integration help – modifying parts through machining, creating 3D-printed fixturing solutions, and assisting with integration
• Present mechanical engineering design work in various program milestone reviews
How We Care for You:
• Financial Rewards: Great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401(k), and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending Accounts 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.
• Our Johnson City Operations work schedule consists of 8-hour shifts Monday through Friday.
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Salary Range Transparency:
Johnson City, TN $70,000.00–$100,000.00 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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