Reliability Engineer - EE Systems IV/V

Zone 5 Technologies; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit package

401k with company-match

3 weeks of paid time off

40 hours of sick time

12 annual holidays

Job summary

Zone 5 Technologies seeks a Reliability Engineer to ensure the reliability of electrical and electronic systems across the product lifecycle. You will perform reliability analyses, influence design decisions, and produce deliverables for customers in the defense/aerospace sector.

The role emphasizes data-driven analysis, modeling, and hands-on testing withMIL-STD-1629A/MIL-HDBK-217F. Collaboration with engineering teams is essential to improve component selection and thermal management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in reliability engineering for electronic hardware in aerospace/defense/high-reliability industries.
• Strong knowledge of reliability prediction methods, FMECA, and derating analysis.
• Ability to read schematics and review designs in Altium.
• Experience with environmental and accelerated life testing.
• Excellent analytical, technical writing, and communication skills.
• U.S. Person status due to export control regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform reliability predictions for electronic assemblies using MIL-HDBK-217F, Telcordia SR-332, FIDES, or similar methods.
• Lead FMECA for electrical/electronic hardware per MIL-STD-1629A or equivalent.
• Conduct derating analyses and advise on component selection.
• Participate in design reviews and provide reliability recommendations on components and thermal/circuit design.
• Plan and support reliability testing (HALT, HASS, ESS, reliability growth).
• Support FRACAS and failure analysis of returned hardware.
• Assist in parts management and obsolescence strategies.
• Prepare reliability reports and contract data deliverables for customers.

Skills

Reliability prediction methods

FMECA

Derating analysis

Read schematics (Altium)

Environmental testing

Analytical writing & communication

U.S. Person status

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Relyence

ReliaSoft

Windchill Quality

Job description

At Zone 5 Technologies, we're redefining what's possible in precision weapons and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Our team of engineers and innovators are developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions to deliver affordable and scalable precision weapons, interceptors, and UAS.

We're building the next generation of munitions and unmanned systems for the United States and its allies. If you're driven by hard problems, energized by rapid innovation, and ready to make an impact on defense technology, you belong here.

At Zone 5 Technologies, we're redefining what's possible in unmanned aircraft systems. Our team of engineers and innovators is developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions that push the boundaries of UAS technology - solving complex challenges that matter.

We're building the future of UAS capabilities, and we're looking for exceptional talent to join us. If you're driven by hard problems, energized by rapid innovation, and ready to make an impact on next-generation flight systems, you belong here.

The Reliability Engineer, EE Systems is an individual contributor role responsible for ensuring the reliability of Zone 5's electrical and electronic systems across the product lifecycle. This position performs reliability analysis on avionics, power, and electronic assemblies, influences design decisions through data-driven analysis, and produces the reliability deliverables our customers require.

Responsibilities

• Reliability Predictions: Perform reliability predictions for electronic assemblies and systems using MIL-HDBK-217F, Telcordia SR-332, FIDES, or other customer-accepted methods.
• FMECA: Lead Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analyses (FMECA) for electrical and electronic hardware per MIL-STD-1629A or equivalent.
• Derating Analysis: Perform parts stress and derating analysis and work with designers to resolve overstressed components.
• Design Influence: Participate in design reviews and provide reliability recommendations on component selection , thermal management, and circuit design.
• Reliability Testing: Plan and support reliability testing including HALT, HASS, ESS, and reliability growth testing.
• FRACAS: Support the Failure Reporting, Analysis, and Corrective Action System (FRACAS), including failure analysis of returned or failed electronic hardware.
• Parts Management: Support parts selection , obsolescence management, and counterfeit parts prevention practices.
• Customer Deliverables: Author reliability reports and contract data deliverables and support customer reviews.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in reliability engineering for electronic hardware in aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability industries.
• Skills:
• Strong working knowledge of reliability prediction methods, FMECA, and derating analysis.
• Understanding of electronic component failure mechanisms and physics of failure.
• Ability to read schematics and review designs in Altium.
• Experience with environmental and accelerated life testing.
• Strong analytical, technical writing, and communication skills.
• U.S. Person status required due to export control regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE).
• Experience with reliability analysis software (e.g., Relyence , ReliaSoft , Windchill Quality).
• Experience with munitions or long-term dormant storage reliability.
• Familiarity with MIL-HDBK-338 and solder joint / thermal cycling reliability.
• Active U.S. security clearance or ability to obtain

Level IV: $161,000 - $200,000

Level V: $198,000 - $235,000

Pay range for this role

$161,000 - $235,000 USD

What's in it for you:

• Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
• 401k with company-match
• 3 weeks of paid time off each year
• 40 hours of sick time
• 12 annual company holidays

Why Join Zone 5 Technologies?

• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of defense and aerospace.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

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