At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and analyse hydraulic and mechanical systems for flight control products.
- Company: Moog Aircraft Group, a leader in military actuation with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Flexible benefits, 33 days leave, private medical insurance, and hybrid working.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on aviation safety and performance.
- Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical Engineering with hydraulics experience and strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 53800 - 63500 £ per year.
Moog Aircraft Group – Military Actuation is looking for an analytical engineer with a strong grasp of hydraulics and mechanical systems based in Wolverhampton. This technical role focuses on ensuring Moog’s primary flight control products meet stringent performance and safety requirements.
What You’ll Do
- Interpret and manage customer technical requirements for primary flight control products, ensuring they are accurately translated into Moog specifications.
- Size and select actuators to meet performance requirements, using hydraulic and mechanical principles.
- Perform detailed analysis and modelling of system performance, including simulation techniques to predict behaviour under various conditions.
- Define and oversee compliance activities, including validation and verification plans, test schedules, and procedures.
- Lead technical investigations into product issues, working with internal teams, suppliers, and customers to resolve problems quickly and effectively.
- Prepare technical documentation and reports, including compliance matrices, test reports, and proposals for new business opportunities.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across design, stress, safety, and materials engineering to ensure robust solutions.
- Support the full product lifecycle, from requirements definition through design, analysis, testing, qualification, and entry into service.
What We’re Looking For
- Ideally a first‑class or high 2:1 degree in Mechanical Engineering, with exposure to hydraulics and systems engineering.
- Strong understanding of hydraulics and mechanical equipment performance analysis.
- Excellent analytical skills with experience in modelling and simulation (MatLab, Mathcad).
- Ability to work across the full product lifecycle – from requirements definition to qualification and entry into service.
- Clear communication and report‑writing skills; confident working independently and within multi‑disciplinary teams.
What We Offer
- Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression;
- 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays);
- Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice;
- Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%);
- Employee share options, free onsite parking, EV charging;
- Hybrid working arrangements.
Security Clearance Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role, and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security.
Senior Hydro-Mechanical Systems Engineer employer: Moog Wolverhampton Limited
Moog Aircraft Group offers an exceptional work environment for Senior Hydro-Mechanical Systems Engineers in Wolverhampton, combining a commitment to innovation with a supportive culture that prioritises employee growth. With a flexible benefits package, generous annual leave, and opportunities for career progression, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. The hybrid working arrangements and focus on collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams further enhance the appeal of this role, making it a rewarding choice for those seeking meaningful employment in the aerospace sector.
Contact Details:
Moog Wolverhampton Limited Recruitment Team
