R&D Technical Lead Engineer
Manager, Research & Development
Moog Aircraft Group is seeking a Lead Engineer to join our Research and Development team in Tewkesbury, UK, reporting to the R&D Manager. The R&D team is responsible for the development of product technologies typically from TRL 3 to 6, bridging the gap between university research (TRLs 1-3) and New Product Introduction (TRLs 7-9).
You will lead the development of electrohydraulic and electromechanical components, guiding projects from requirements definition and concept development through simulation, validation, and testing. In this highly technical leadership role, you will apply seasoned engineering judgment to evaluate, adapt, and extend both standard and nonstandard design techniques. You will independently create new approaches to complex challenges, coordinate major engineering efforts, and guide cross‑functional engineering teams both internally and including external partners such as universities, funding bodies and other partner businesses.
Please note the internal title for this role is Staff Project Engineer.
This is an opportunity to join an industry-leading business that is both forward-thinking and proactive, which means we’ll be looking for the same characteristics in you. Moog’s products are commonly used in safety-critical aerospace applications, requiring the highest level of performance, integrity, and reliability.