Principal Reliability Engineer (opens in a new tab)

Monarch Quantum; San Diego (CA); Sur place; USD 175 000 - 225 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with 4% employer matching

20 PTO days per year

13 paid company holidays

9/80 work schedule

Résumé du poste

Monarch Quantum is seeking a Principal Reliability Engineer to build our Quantum Light Engine hardware reliability from the ground up. You will own DfR planning, lead FMEA programs, and collaborate with systems, hardware, firmware, and supplier teams in a fast-paced startup environment.

The role requires 8+ years in hardware reliability, a strong RAM/MTBF mindset, and a track record of delivering robust hardware solutions. Salary range $175k-$225k with full benefits and a 9/80 work schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of hardware reliability experience.
• Experience leading FMEA, HALT, and RDT planning and execution.

Responsabilités

• Own end-to-end Design for Reliability (DfR) planning and execution for Monarch Quantum's Quantum Light Engine (QLE) hardware.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineering to align with reliability goals.
• Lead FMEA across hardware, firmware, and software.
• Define goals for photonics module reliability testing including HALT and RDT.
• Lead reliability trade studies for repairability and prognostic data acquisition.
• Develop Reliability Characterization and Reliability Growth campaigns for photonics components.
• Collaborate with Supplier Quality Engineering on supplier reliability strategy.
• Export-controlled information access; U.S. person eligibility required.

Connaissances

Reliability leadership

RAM concepts

Independent execution

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s or PhD preferred

Description du poste

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.