Spacecraft Propulsion & Thrusters Director

Moog Inc.

. Set, communicate, and execute the strategic plan for the Spacecraft Propulsion & Thrusters Business Segment .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeBuffalo • New York • United StatesLead💰 $175,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in managing Profit & Loss statements and strategic planning for the Spacecraft Propulsion & Thrusters Business Segment, with a focus on financial acumen, stakeholder management, and relationship-building to drive business performance and customer satisfaction.

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P&L Leadership ExperienceStrategic PlanningFinancial Decision-MakingStakeholder ManagementRelationship-Building

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Hard Skills

BudgetingForecastingPricing StrategyCommercial NegotiationsContract ManagementRisk AssessmentBusiness Planning

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationProblem-SolvingNetworkingRelationship-Building

Industry Keywords

Spacecraft PropulsionThrustersBusiness MetricsOn-Time DeliveryProduct QualityDynamic Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set, communicate, and execute the strategic plan for the Spacecraft Propulsion & Thrusters Business Segment
Manage the Profit & Loss statement and Balance Sheet for the business segment
Set targets for Bookings, Sales, Profit, and related business metrics
Manage day-to-day program execution of complex development and production programs across multiple customers
Build relationships with customers, industry partners, suppliers, and internal stakeholders across Moog
Improve customer and internal metrics, including on-time delivery and product quality
Serve as the customer escalation point
Support new business opportunities based on international and domestic market needs
Serve as a key member of the Propulsion Business Unit Leadership Team
Contribute to strategic planning, business performance reviews, capital planning, and execution of business objectives
Partner with peers to develop workforce and capital plans
Track progress against the strategic plan and address gaps with business unit leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or related discipline
12+ years of experience with managing business functions in a diverse environment
Demonstrated P&L leadership experience, including ownership of budgeting, forecasting, pricing strategy, commercial negotiations, and sales organization management
Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills
Exceptional business and financial acumen, including experience with contract management, risk assessment, business planning, and financial decision-making
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent relationship-building, communication, and networking skills
Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities and driving organizational results
This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Great compensation package
Bonus opportunities
Matching 401k
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible paid time off
Holidays
Parental leave program
Relocation assistance
Comprehensive medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Tuition Assistance
Mentorship and coaching opportunities
Leadership development
Personal growth programs
Multiple Employee Resource Groups