Reliability Engineer

Position Overview:

A Reliability Engineer provides expertise in High Reliability, Military and Space Level Reliability Engineering.

This position is responsible for planning, defining, and implementing Reliability Engineering Requirements to ensure design integrity and hardware robustness in direct alignment with customer expectations.

Execution of appropriate Analysis, Processes and Procedures required to follow EEE (Electrical, Electronic, Electro-Mechanical) components and Mechanical Assemblies/Structures through selection, specification generation, procurement team interaction, and item qualification. 

The Individual will work as a Member of several Integrated Product Teams (IPT) to implement Component/Reliability Requirements which may include Component Selection, Screening and Qualification Definition, Reliability Studies, Stress Analysis, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Fault Tree Analysis, Safety and Hazard Analysis, Component Database management and Supply Chain Guidance.

 

Responsibilities: 

In this position, you will be responsible for:

• Perform Reliability Engineering reviews of Design documentation for compliance with stated requirements
• Prepare Reliability Prediction, Reliability Control Program, FMEA, Safety and Hazard Analysis Documentation for presentation to customer subject matter experts.
• Create Presentations and Participate in Customer Meetings as Topic Area/Customer Focal
• Oversight and Operation of Reliability Analysis Tools like the PTC Windchill Quality Solutions (RELEX) Software Suite
• Review and approve Drawings/Documents detailing Parts and Materials procurement and application
• Review and approve subcontractor procedures

 

Education Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Reliability Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Equivalent

 

Experience Required: 

Work Experience as a Reliability Engineer in High Reliability, Military and Space Flight Environments.

• Statistical process control (SPC) methods for analyzing data to evaluate the acceptability of mechanical and electrical components

 

Skills:

• Knowledge of EEEE device types, construction, operation and failure analysis
• Experience working in U.S. Government defense industry or other highly regulated industries
• Experience using EEEE parts control plans and part specifications/data sheets
• Knowledge of Government, Industry specs and standards (MIL-STD-1547, MIL-HDBK-217)
• Project leadership, presentation and decision-making skills

 

The position is located onsite at our facility in Danbury, CT. Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We’re close to New York City, Boston, and other major cities – great for day trips and weekend getaways. Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions, colleges, cultural events, and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!

 

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

• Office Environment no Special EH&S Provisions

 

Collaborating with world class experts, you will have the opportunity to develop innovative solutions in fulfillment of our customers’ requirements.  We believe in our mission, and we believe in supporting our employees.  We offer policies and programs that provide opportunities for continual learning, career growth and work/life balance along with a full suite of health and welfare benefits. 

Employment with any of the ARKA Group companies in the US is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check and drug screen.

 

Due to contract requirements, US citizenship is required.  Additionally, if you are a dual citizen (a citizen of the US and another country), the Company must obtain approval for you to have access to the information required for this position.  You will not be able to begin employment until such approval is obtained and this may take several months.

Position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance.  For your information, here is the form the government requires to begin the process of obtaining a clearance:  https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf86.pdf

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

 

ARKA Group L.P. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.