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Santa Barbara, California, United States
Onsite
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Job Title:
Associate Software EngineerWork Schedule:
Onsite – Santa Barbara, CAMoog’s Santa Barbara Operations in Goleta, California, is growing—and we’re looking for Associate Software Engineers. These positions require having a current Security Clearance, or the ability to obtain Security Clearance.
As a part of Moog’s Space and Defense Group, you’ll help develop solutions that support mission-critical systems on modern military platforms. Whether your expertise lies in embedded real-time systems or control and signal processing, we offer impactful work in a collaborative, mission-focused environment.
Location:
This is an on-site position at our Goleta, CA (Santa Barbara) facility.
Ready to make an impact?
Whether you’re a recent graduate or a seasoned engineer, join us in building the next generation of integrated defense solutions.
About Our Work
Our Santa Barbara site specializes in:
Stabilized Turret Drive Systems
Integrated Weapon Systems (from mechanical design to fire control electronics and software)
Ammunition Handling
Data Control and Distribution
Power Management and Distribution
Here’s what you’ll be working on day to day:
Design, code, debug, and integrate software for embedded real-time control systems
Work with RTOS (real-time operating systems) or embedded Linux
Develop device drivers and communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553)
Integrate systems in lab and field environments
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across hardware and systems
Here's what you will need to bring with you to be considered:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, Software, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering, or a related technical field
Either work or academic experience in the design/development/test of embedded real-time control software
Either work or academic hands-on experience working with integrated hardware/software systems
Either work or academic experience with control systems and signal processing (Systems Track)
Either work or academic experience with embedded Linux, cybersecurity tools, or RTOS
Travel may be required (up to 10–15%)
Here’s what is in it for you:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits on day one.
Flexible planned vacation.
401K, Retirement Savings Plan, profit share, and employee stock purchase options.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Inclusive company culture.
Work a 9/80 schedule with every-other Friday off!
Salary Range Transparency:
Santa Barbara, CA $80,000.00–$114,500.00 AnnuallySalary 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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