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Job Title:
Operational Technology Product OwnerReporting To:
Director, IT Digital Eng & Mfg AppsWork Schedule:
Onsite – Buffalo, NYMoog’s Corporate Group is seeking an Operational Technology Product Owner to lead a team within our Enterprise Solutions Team.
In this role, you will own the OT Applications product portfolio and lead a team responsible for delivering reliable, secure, and value‑driven operational technology solutions that enable manufacturing excellence. You will empower and develop your team and partners by setting clear expectations, fostering collaboration, and enabling effective execution. You will set the product vision, priorities, and standards to guide strategic direction and drive successful outcomes.
You will collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Facilities, and Cybersecurity to ensure OT application capabilities continuously evolve to meet business needs across multiple sites.
This position is onsite at our East Aurora, NY facility.
To qualify for the Operational Technology Product Owner role, here is what we would expect you to bring to Moog…
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Proven experience leading and developing technical teams, including coaching, performance management, and workforce planning.
Demonstrated success owning application portfolios or products, including roadmaps, backlog prioritization, and lifecycle management.
Experience operating in a 24×7 production or mission‑critical environment, balancing stability with continuous improvement.
Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, make sound tradeoffs, and influence senior stakeholders.
Over three (3) years in team leadership/people management (supervisor, manager, or section head)
Over five (5) years product ownership experience.
Ability to translate business and operational needs into technology outcomes.
Willingness to travel to Moog sites as needed; must reside in the Buffalo, NY area.
It would also be beneficial if you had:
Experience in Aerospace & Defense or other regulated manufacturing environments.
Exposure to ERP, MES, or Quality Systems integrations.
Formal training or certification in product management, leadership, or service management (ITIL, Agile, Lean, etc.).
As the Operational Technology Product Owner, you will have the following responsibilities:
Product Ownership & Business Mindset
Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and shop‑floor systems (MES, OT applications, or similar), with emphasis on business value.
Experience partnering with stakeholders to define product vision, success measures, and investment priorities.
Experience managing vendors and system integrators as extensions of the team.
Own and continuously refine a multi‑year enterprise roadmap, translating enterprise strategy into prioritized epics and features with clear benefit hypotheses, outcome measures, and acceptance criteria.
Shape investment sequencing and tradeoffs in response to regulatory change, platform evolution, architectural constraints, and shifting business priorities.
People Leadership
Build, lead, and retain a high‑performing, engaged OT Applications team.
Create a culture of accountability, learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Develop talent through coaching, mentoring, and clear role expectations.
Manage team capacity and prioritize work to maximize business value delivered.
Service & Operational Excellence
Ensure OT applications are reliable, secure, and fit for purpose, meeting agreed service levels.
Oversee incident, problem, and change management processes, ensuring calm and effective leadership during production-impacting events.
Balance “run” and “enhancement” work, ensuring technical debt and modernization needs are visible and prioritized.
Stakeholder & Partnership Management
Act as a trusted partner to plant leadership and functional stakeholders, representing OT application capabilities and constraints.
Facilitate clear communication around priorities, risks, and delivery timelines.
Lead vendor relationships, licensing strategies, and support agreements to ensure value and accountability.
How We Care For You:
Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), 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
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.
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Salary Range Transparency:
Buffalo, NY $145,000.00–$175,000.00 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.
EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or related field
- Proven experience leading and developing technical teams including coaching and performance management
- Demonstrated success owning application portfolios or products, including roadmaps, backlog prioritization, and lifecycle management
- Experience operating in a 24x7 production or mission-critical environment
- Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, make tradeoffs, and influence senior stakeholders
- Over three (3) years in team leadership/people management
- Over five (5) years product ownership experience
- Ability to translate business and operational needs into technology outcomes
- Willingness to travel to Moog sites as needed; must reside in the Buffalo, NY area
- Experience in Aerospace & Defense or other regulated manufacturing environments
- Exposure to ERP, MES, or Quality Systems integrations
- Formal training or certification in product management, leadership, or service management (ITIL, Agile, Lean)
What We Do
We work on some of the world’s most exciting technical projects, creating products that challenge the limits of what’s possible, from cutting-edge medical technology to space vehicles. Our formula includes one simple, surprising low-tech element that makes us stand out from everyone else: Trust. We trust each other to work hard and do the right thing. We give people credit for their ideas. We take pride in sticking with a problem until it’s solved. We value you for who you are as much as what you can do. We enjoy what we do. And you can do it, too.
