Principal Reliability Engineer

Monarch Quantum; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical dental vision insurance

401(k) with 4% employer matching

20 PTO days per year

13 holidays per year

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

Monarch Quantum in San Diego, CA seeks a Principal Reliability Engineer to build foundational reliability practices. You will lead DfR for the Quantum Light Engine hardware, work with Systems Engineering, drive FMEA across hardware, firmware and software, and shape HALT/RDT strategies.

You will guide prognostic data, supplier reliability, and system redundancy decisions in a fast-paced startup. The role demands 8+ years of relevant experience, a strong engineering background, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field; Master’s or PhD preferred.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in hardware reliability.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end Design for Reliability planning and execution for Monarch Quantum’s hardware.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineering to align with reliability goals.
• Lead FMEA across hardware, firmware, and software.
• Define goals for photonics module reliability testing, HALT and RDT.
• Lead reliability trade studies for repairability and prognostic data.
• Develop Reliability Characterization and Growth campaigns for photonics.

Skills

Hardware reliability leadership

Reliability/maintainability knowledge

Independent project execution

Education

Bachelor's in engineering

Master's or PhD preferred

Job description

Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Principal Reliability Engineer. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our foundation from the ground up. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for a self-starter who thrives in a fluid startup environment. You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting edge technologies, work closely with leadership, and develop and implement engineering practices that support our mission and growth. Your key responsibilities are as follows:

• Own end-to-end Design for Reliability (DfR) planning and execution for Monarch Quantum’s Quantum Light Engine (QLE) hardware.

• Collaborate directly with Systems Engineering team to identify system design inclusions that align with Monarch Quantum’s reliability, availability, and maintainability goals.

• Lead the risk identification failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) process spanning hardware, firmware, and software.

• Create high level goals for photonics module reliability testing and execution strategy, including Highly Accelerated Life Testing (HALT) and Reliability Demonstration Testing (RDT).

• Lead system architecture reliability trade studies to influence repairability, prognostic data acquisition, and system redundancy decision-making.

• Develop Reliability Characterization and Reliability Growth campaign for photonics components which includes analysis and test activities.

• Collaborate closely with Supplier Quality Engineering team to develop and execute comprehensive supplier reliability strategy.

• This position requires access to export-controlled information. Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a U.S. person as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3).

Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in an engineering field. Master's or PhD preferred.
• Minimum of 8+ years of relevant experience.

Skills:

• Proven record of successfully leading hardware reliability engineering projects and initiatives.
• Understanding of reliability, availability, and maintainability for complex hardware systems.
• Ability to execute projects independently and in partnership with internal teams and third party vendors.e.

The expected annual salary range for this position is $175,000-$225,000.

As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for Monarch’s comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Fidelity 401(k) plan with 4% employer matching
• 20 paid time off (PTO) days per year
• 13 paid company holidays
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)

Monarch Quantum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state and local laws.

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