Senior Reliability Engineer

Leonardo UK Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking aerospace company as a Reliability/FMEA Engineer, where your expertise will drive innovation in Radar and Advanced Targeting systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to safety and efficiency in aerospace projects, working alongside cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability. With a strong emphasis on professional growth and a commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace, you will thrive in an environment that values your contributions and fosters your development. Embrace this chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic industry and help shape the future of aerospace technology.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Private Healthcare

Dental Schemes

25 Days Holidays

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted Gym Membership

Free Online Courses

Referral Incentive

Bonus Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong background in reliability engineering and FMEA required.
• Experience in aerospace standards and risk management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead Reliability and FMEA studies on aerospace systems.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability in design processes.

Skills

Reliability Engineering

Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

Risk Management

Root Cause Analysis

Aerospace Industry Standards

Data Analysis

Education

Degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

Reliability Prediction Tools

Weibull Analysis

Fault Tree Analysis

Job description

Job Description:

The opportunity:

Leonardo UK are looking for an experienced Reliability/FMEA Engineer to support the development, analysis, and improvement of Radar and Advanced Targeting systems and components. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in reliability engineering, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and risk management with an understanding of aerospace industry standards and regulatory requirements. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative aerospace projects and contribute to ensuring the safety, efficiency, and longevity of our products.

As a Senior/Principal Supportability Engineer you will operate as part of one of our Integrated Project Teams and work in either our Surveillance Radar or Electro Optics product lines.

You will be responsible for:

• Lead and conduct Reliability, Maintainability, and FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) studies on aerospace systems and components.
• Perform root cause analysis and provide recommendations for design improvements based on FMEA results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Hardware, Software, Systems, Quality Assurance, etc.) to ensure reliability and risk management are integral to the design process.
• Support reliability testing and validation activities, analysing data to identify potential areas for improvement.
• Prepare and present technical reports and findings to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain compliance with aerospace industry standards (MIL-STD) and other relevant certifications and regulations.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of reliability prediction models, tools, and methodologies.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and ensure that reliability and FMEA methodologies align with best practices and current industry trends.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to junior engineers as part of team development and help to grow and develop the Supportability community and core skills base.

What we need from you:

• Ideally, you will have a degree, preferably in a relevant engineering or science discipline and have either worked in industry, defence or have other relevant experience.

If you have any experience in the following areas, we would be keen to hear from you:

• Working knowledge of RMT analysis techniques on electronic, power, RF, and mixed technology systems.
• Demonstrated experience with reliability prediction tools (e.g., Weibull analysis, MTBF, fault tree analysis).
• Failure Modes Effects & Criticality Analysis (FMEA/FMECA) on electronic components/circuits from component level through to system level covering power circuits, analogue, RF and digital assemblies.
• Creation of beneficial relationships with cross functional colleagues, customers and suppliers with a proactive approach to risk management.

Security Clearance:

You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

• Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us.
• Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance).
• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year.
• Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution).
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers).
• Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme.
• Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera.
• Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member.
• Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below.

For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people’s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo’s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.

Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh

Additional Locations: GB - Newcastle

Contract Type: Hybrid Working