Senior Reliability Engineering Manager

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Family Health Coverage

16 Weeks Paid Parental Leave for All D

Family Planning & Support

Incentivized Time Off

Mental Health Resources

Financial Planning

Unlimited Provisions

Professional Development

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA seeks an experienced Reliability Engineering leader to drive reliability for sUAS programs. You will guide the Reliability lifecycle from concept to field deployment, lead risk mitigation, and implement robust reliability frameworks across hardware and software integrations.

You will manage a team of Reliability Engineers, develop predictive maintenance plans, and ensure compliance with DoD and aerospace standards while collaborating with product teams and

Qualifications

• Proven track record building, scaling, and managing technical teams of 5+ engineers for complex hardware programs.
• Extensive knowledge of MIL-STD-810, MIL-HDBK-217, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-516C, MIL-STD-1629 or other relevant industry standards.
• 10+ years of experience in Reliability Engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience with safety-critical hardware and software systems in defense or aerospace, preferably unmanned aircraft, drones, or flight systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead Reliability Engineering team and provide mentorship on reliability principles and artifacts.
• Develop and implement tailored reliability and maintainability program plans across programs.
• Define and communicate the Reliability organization’s vision and framework across product development.

Skills

Reliability leadership

FMEA/FMECA

Weibull analysis

Predictive maintenance

Data analysis

Executive communication

Team mentoring

System-level reliability

Education

B.S. Mechanical/Aerospace/Systems Engineering

M.S. Mechanical/Aerospace/Systems Engineering

Tools

Relyence

Teamcenter

Confluence

JIRA

Job description

Overview

• We are seeking an experienced Reliability Engineering leader to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA, driving reliability for our small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) programs
• As a Reliability Engineering leader at Anduril, you will play a critical role in developing and implementing robust reliability frameworks across the small aircraft & drone systems within our product portfolio
• Your expertise will be instrumental in guiding product teams through the Reliability lifecycle, from initial concept to mass field deployment
• You will drive continuous improvement initiatives, lead the development of risk mitigation strategies, and foster a culture of operational resilience across the organization
• Leveraging your deep knowledge of reliability tools (FMEA, FMECA, HALT/HASS, Weibull, etc.), predictive maintenance methodologies, and product test campaign planning, you will ensure that our systems perform reliably under diverse and demanding operating conditions
• The ideal candidate is a hands-on, results-oriented leader with a proven track record in managing Reliability efforts for complex hardware and software integration programs, capable of analyzing performance data, uncovering trends, and implementing actionable improvements that uphold Anduril’s commitment to excellence
• 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

Benefits

• Full Family Health Coverage
• 16 Weeks Paid Parental Leave for All Caregivers
• Family Planning & Support
• Incentivized Time Off
• Mental Health Resources
• Financial Planning
• Unlimited Provisions
• Professional Development

Qualifications

• Proven track record building, scaling, and managing technical teams of 5+ engineers for complex advanced hardware programs
• Extensive knowledge of MIL-STD-810, MIL-HDBK-217, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-516C, and MIL-STD-1629 or other relevant industry standards
• B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline
• Strategic thinking with ability to balance hands-on technical work with management responsibilities
• Deep technical expertise in reliability analysis techniques, including FMEA/FMECA, predictive modeling, Weibull analysis, and Fault Tree Analysis
• 10+ years of experience in Reliability Engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to influence cross-functionally at all levels
• Experience with safety-critical hardware and software systems in defense or aerospace, preferably unmanned aircraft, drones, or flight systems
• Eligibility to pursue a U.S. security clearance, as required
• Active U.S. security clearance
• Technical writing experience developing standards, specifications, user guides, and policies
• Experience with Relyence, Teamcenter, Confluence, and JIRA software suites
• Experience drafting requirements for software and hardware systems
• Executive-level communications, reporting, and roadmap presentation experience
• Aircraft, Spacecraft, or UAV operations experience
• Experience with RTCA/DO-330, DO-254, DO-178, MIL-HDBK-217 Plus, MIL-HDBK-472, ARP-4754, or ARP-4761
• Track record of developing talent and promoting team members into leadership roles
• Experience managing teams through periods of rapid growth (2x+ team expansion)
• 12+ years of experience in Reliability Engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• M.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline