Reliability Engineering Leader for Mission-Critical Systems

Anduril Industries

Costa Mesa (CA)

On-site

USD 166,000 - 253,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking an experienced Reliability Engineering leader to drive robust reliability frameworks across our hardware and software products, including Counter-UAS, Maritime, Compute & Communications systems. You will lead a team of engineers, develop risk strategies, and ensure design robustness through data-driven analysis.

Join a mission-driven team applying FMEA, HALT/HASS, Weibull, and MIL standards to field-ready systems, with opportunities to

Qualifications

B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline.
7+ years of experience in Reliability Engineering, with at least 1 years in a leadership role.
Proven track record building, scaling, and managing technical teams of 5+ engineers for complex advanced hardware programs.
Deep technical expertise in reliability analysis techniques, including FMEA/FMECA, predictive modeling, Weibull analysis, and Fault Tree Analysis.
Extensive knowledge of MIL-STD-810, MIL-HDBK-217, 217PLUS, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-516C, MIL-STD-1629 or other relevant industry standards.
Experience with safety‑critical hardware and software systems.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to influence cross‑functionally at all levels.
Strategic thinking with ability to balance hands‑on technical work with management responsibilities.
Eligibility to receive and maintain a U.S. security clearance, as required.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the performance of a team of Reliability Engineers, providing technical guidance and mentorship on reliability principles, best practices, and artifact development
Manage resource allocation and capacity planning to support multiple concurrent programs, and drive recruiting efforts to maintain growth trajectory
Conduct performance management, career development planning, and succession planning
Develop and implement tailored reliability & maintainability program plans aligned with Anduril and customer needs
Define and communicate the Reliability organization’s vision, goals, and framework to standardize development efforts across the business and integrate Reliability processes across all stages of product development
Conduct and review complex reliability artifacts, including FMEA/FMECAs, Fault Tree Analysis, and Qualification Test Plans
Develop reliability requirements and collaborate with design teams to implement solutions at system, sub‑system, and component levels
Lead maintainability efforts, including predictive maintenance analysis, preventive maintenance procedure development, and operational performance metrics
Manage product/program risk databases and ensure proper risk mitigation strategies are in place
Liaise with customers, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders on reliability-related matters
Drive continuous improvement in reliability processes, methodologies, and tools
Ensure compliance with relevant military and industry Reliability standards
Contribute to proposal efforts and support business development activities, as required
Provide executive‑level reporting and communications on team performance, program status, and strategic initiatives