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Our team of engineers and innovators is developing cutting-edge autonomous solutions that push the boundaries of UAS technology - solving complex challenges that matter.\nWe'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.\nWe are seeking a Senior Systems Reliability Engineer to lead Reliability & Maintainability (R&M) activities across the product lifecycle. This role focuses on R&M architecture, data-driven analysis, comprehensive documentation, and test planning for reliability verification. You will engage directly with customer counterparts on R&M reviews and milestone events, including Reliability Scoring Conferences, Corrective Action Boards, and Milestone B/C Design Reviews. \nKey Responsibilities: \nReliability & Maintainability Architecture \nDevelop and maintain the R&M Program Plan and reliability architecture documentation, including the RAM-C (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability-Cost) Rationale Report \nLead Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMEA/FMECA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and Reliability Block Diagram (RBD) development across system architecture \nDevelop R&M allocations and apportion reliability and maintainability requirements to lower-level items; support R&M requirements analysis and trade studies \nDraft Reliability Predictions (per MIL-HDBK-217 and related methods) and Maintainability Analyses; maintain traceability between R&M requirements, predictions, and demonstrated performance \nLead Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Level of Repair Analysis (LORA); support Testability and Built-In Test (BIT) analysis \nData, Documentation & Test Planning \nEstablish and own the Failure Reporting, Analysis, and Corrective Action System (FRACAS); maintain closed-loop failure data collection and trending from design through test, production, and sustainment \nDevelop Failure Definitions and Scoring Criteria (FDSC) and reliability test plans tied to program milestones \nLead reliability growth planning and execution of reliability growth and demonstration testing, including Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) and HALT/HASS where applicable \nSupport Qualification Test Plan development, all-up-round testing, and flight and live-fire test reliability assessments \nDevelop technical documentation including R&M standards, specifications, procedures, and user guides \nReview ground test, flight test, and live-fire test data to confirm R&M requirements compliance \nCustomer Engagement & Reviews \nServe as primary point of contact with customers on R&M matters \nPresent R&M analyses, RAM-C Rationale Report updates, and risk posture at Milestone Reviews (A/B/C) and design reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR, PRR) \nLead Reliability Scoring Conferences and Corrective Action Boards (CAB) with customer participation \nCoordinate responses to customer R&M data item deliverables and support In-Service Reviews \nRisk Management & Process Improvement \nLead Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations for failures identified through FRACAS \nHost corrective action reviews and ensure lessons learned are implemented across the program \nCoordinate R&M risk mitigation with Manufacturing Engineering, Logistics, Quality, and System Safety, including DMSMS/obsolescence and shelf-life and aging surveillance considerations \nApply digital engineering and AI-enabled tools (predictive maintenance, digital twins, automated FRACAS analytics) to R&M processes \nEnsure compliance with MIL-STD-785, MIL-HDBK-217, GEIA-STD-0009, and other applicable R&M standards \nBasic Qualifications: \n7+ years as a Reliability Engineer, R&M Engineer, or equivalent reliability-critical engineering role \nBachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Systems, or Electrical Engineering, or Physics \nExpertise with MIL-STD-785, MIL-HDBK-217, and related R&M standards \nExperience owning FRACAS, including failure tracking, root cause analysis, and corrective action closure \nProven experience developing and executing reliability test plans, including growth testing, demonstration testing, and Environmental Stress Screening \nExperience engaging with customers on R&M reviews and milestone/design reviews (PDR, CDR, Milestone B/C) \nStrong system architecture knowledge and R&M requirements decomposition and allocation \nExtensive FMEA/FMECA, FTA, and RBD experience \nFailure investigation with proven corrective action implementation \nTechnical writing for R&M program plans, rationale reports, procedures, and documentation \nDesign review experience (PDR, CDR, MRR) with strong presentation skills \nData collection, analysis, and trending for R&M metrics \nU.S. Citizenship \nPreferred Qualifications: \nMaster's degree in engineering or related field \n10+ years progressive R&M experience \nASQ Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) or equivalent certification \nDoD or Navy R&M programs experience, aligned with SECNAV Reliability and Maintainability Engineering guidance \nQuantitative reliability growth modeling (e.g., Crow-AMSAA) and Weibull analysis \nMaintainability, Testability/BIT, LORA, and RCM experience \nMissile, hypersonic, or munitions systems experience, including all-up-round reliability, environmental stress screening, and shelf-life/stockpile surveillance programs \nDigital engineering and AI-enabled R&M tools (predictive maintenance, digital twins, automated FRACAS analytics) \nActive U.S. Security Clearance or ability to obtain \nLevel IV - $148k - $180k \nLevel V - $180k - $219k \nPay range for this role\n$148,000—$219,000 USD\nWhat's in it for you:\nBenefits: \nCompetitive total compensation package \nComprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.\n401k with company-match \n3 weeks of paid time off each year\n40 hours of sick time\n12 annual company holidays\nWhy Join Zone 5 Technologies?\nInnovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of defense and aerospace.\nCollaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.\nCareer Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.\nIf you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Zone 5 Technologies team! \nIn compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. \nZone 5 Technologies is a federal contractor and participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. As required by law, we will verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees using the E-Verify system. 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