Sr FPGA Engineering Manager
Company websitemoog.com (Moog, opens in new tab)
Base salary $100K to $140K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Buffalo, NY
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- LocationBuffalo, NY
- WorkplaceOn-site
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.
Job Title:
Sr FPGA Engineering ManagerReporting To:
Management, Design EngineeringWork Schedule:
Onsite – Buffalo, NYMoog’s place as a global leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control technology is a clear reason to come work for us, however it’s our culture and values that really set us apart, for our employees and our customers.
Our team in the Space Sector’s Actuation Systems Business Unit is looking for a Sr FPGA Engineering Manager. You will be responsible for leading and developing the FPGA team of approximately 5 direct reports (~30% time) and contributing to FPGA projects in all phases of the development lifecycle (~70% time) - including requirements capture, design, verification, and test. This position will have an onsite work schedule in Elma, New York and requires access to U.S. export-controlled information and the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
Here are the skills you’ll bring with you…
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
5+ years of relevant technical experience with VHDL and FPGA designs
Proven leadership of engineering teams
Self-motivated, critical thinking and strong analytical skills
Expertise with VHDL and ModelSim simulator
Familiarity with MATLAB Simulink
Good grasp of simulation, testing, and debugging tools and techniques
Comfortable using lab hardware – power supplies, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.
Knowledge of interface and network protocols a plus (ie SPI, I2C, RS-422, RS-485, MIL-STD-1553)
Ability to work onsite in Elma, NY (remote candidates will not be considered)
As a Sr FPGA Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for the following:
Lead and mentor a team of approximately 5 FPGA engineers
Assign projects to direct reports promptly and monitor tasks to ensure they are completed within technical, cost, and schedule constraints
Provide personal development for direct reports by conducting performance reviews, mentoring, and monitoring career development.
Champion continuous improvement for FPGA activities within the design and development processes
Provide expert technical guidance and support to your team
Derive requirements for the FPGA design from system product specifications and interface protocols.
Use VHDL to create FPGA modules with a focus on reusability.
Participate in source code and design reviews.
Create and execute verification procedures.
Document designs, analyses, and verification results with accurate and concise reports.
Share in the value of “teamwork is a must” and thus good communication is key.
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 $100,000.00–$140,000.00 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.
Moog offers an inclusive workplace, and, as such, affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 844-367-5787.
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Pay in context
This role's base floor ($100,000) is above 0% of the 961 Software Engineering roles in New York listed on this site; 13 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $175,000; the middle half runs from $145,000 to $200,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.
This listingSr FPGA Engineering Manager$100K to $140K
Sr. FPGA Design Engineer$100K to $150K
Applications Engineer$100K to $135K
Systems Analyst - Enterprise Applications$100K to $130K
Senior Buyer$100K to $120K
Supply Chain Manager$100K to $120K
Demand Planning Manager$100K to $140K
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Sr FPGA Engineering Manager (this listing) | $100K - $140K |
| Sr. FPGA Design Engineer | $100K - $150K |
| Applications Engineer | $100K - $135K |
| Systems Analyst - Enterprise Applications | $100K - $130K |
| Senior Buyer | $100K - $120K |
| Supply Chain Manager | $100K - $120K |
| Demand Planning Manager | $100K - $140K |
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- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Stopped meeting the published-salary criteria
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-10-08
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Buffalo, NY
Buffalo, NY $100,000.00–$140,000.00 Annually
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