Reliability Analyst

Mercer Medicine; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mercer University’s MERC in Warner Robins, GA is seeking a Senior Reliability Analyst to support the Aircraft Directorate. The incumbent will collect, develop, and analyze maintenance data and deliver daily, weekly, monthly, and long-term reliability analyses, leading investigations and providing technical recommendations on systems, structures, and avionics.

The role requires strong communication, ability to work with engineering teams, and adherence to MERC policies.

Qualifications

• Citizenship in the United States is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
• Education/experience pathways: high school/Associate with 15 years, Bachelor with 9 years, or Master with 8 years in technical disciplines.
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe for data presentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead reliability and sustainment programs for aircraft and ground equipment coatings and corrosion prevention.
• Analyze maintenance data and identify trends to improve component and system reliability.
• Coordinate with engineering to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure tasks meet cost, schedule, and performance requirements.
• Prepare and present briefings as needed.
• Promote MERC quality management practices and continuous improvement.
• Develop awareness of MERC capabilities to support business opportunities.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Education

High school diploma or Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe

Job description

Job Title

Reliability Analyst

Department

MERC

College/Division

Mercer Engineering Research Center

Primary Job Posting Location

Warner Robins, GA 31088-7810

Job Details

Full time: Mercer Engineering Research Center (MERC), a research institute of Mercer University, provides high quality engineering, scientific, and technical support services to both government and private industry customers. We are currently recruiting for a Senior Reliability Analyst in support of the Aircraft Directorate. The incumbent will be responsible for the collection, development, and analysis of maintenance data as well as the production of daily, weekly, monthly, and long-term reliability analyses. Will lead reliability investigations and provide technical recommendations on systems, structural, and avionics. These investigations will address reliability improvements, maintainability assessments, aging aircraft evaluations, and other pertinent information. Performs assigned duties and responsibilities with guidance from the chief engineer or technical lead. Reports to the Chief Logistician.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading individual and team efforts pertinent to reliability and sustainment programs focused on aircraft and ground equipment coatings and/or corrosion prevention.
• Applies and develops research techniques and expertise to perform assigned tasks and participates with teams in the evaluation of maintenance and technical data, gathering of field maintenance issues, identifying trends, determining system reliability and availability of components, and recommending changes to the technical data and scheduled maintenance program.
• Investigates and coordinates with engineering to determine root cause of failures and possible resolutions to increase component and system reliability, reduce maintenance costs and increase aircraft availability.
• Responsible for ensuring tasks are accomplished within cost, schedule, and performance requirements of the work effort.
• Demonstrates excellent written and oral communication skills.
• May prepare and present formal and informal briefings.
• Complies with all Executive Director approved MERC-wide policies and procedures.
• Adheres to and ensures implementation of approved MERC standard processes (MSP) consisting of quality management policies and principles, and promotes an attitude of commitment to continuous quality improvement.
• Remains cognizant of customer needs and pursues new business opportunities.
• Ensures thorough familiarity and awareness of all MERC core capabilities and with the MERC current and potential customer base in an effort to promote MERC capabilities and interests to customers and potential customers.

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
• A high school diploma or Associate’s degree and 15 years of directly related experience in coating and corrosion prevention.
• Or a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline and 9 years of directly related experience.
• Or a Master’s degree in a technical discipline and 8 years of directly related experience.
• Experience developing products using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in data evaluation, interpretation and analysis for the creation of recommended actions.
• Technical and specialized knowledge in Reliability Centered Maintenance, Condition Based Maintenance, and/or Maintenance Steering Group 3 (MSG-3).

Final rank will be determined on the qualifications of the selected candidate. Application must include a cover letter and resume.

Benefits of Working at MERC

MERC is a non-profit research institute of Mercer University, a private university founded in 1833. Established in 1987 in Warner Robins, GA, MERC employs more than 200 engineers, scientists, professors, and support staff, who provide sustainable research solutions to government agencies, the Department of Defense, and commercial customers around the world. Warner Robins and the middle GA area are located 90 miles south of Atlanta and within easy driving distance of both the beach and mountains. The area is known for its Southern-style music, food, and restaurants and has a rich cultural and art presence, along with excellent health care and schools.

MERC offers a generous benefits package including health and dental insurance, retirement, tuition reimbursement, vacation/sick leave accrual, and holiday pay.

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance and so much more! At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.

For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective-employees/

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Family

Staff MERC Exempt

EEO Statement

EEO/Veteran/Disability