Key job responsibilities
Reliability Analysis and Testing
Develop and implement reliability test plans for satellite hardware components.
Perform stress screening, environmental testing, and drive failure analysis to ensure satellite hardware meets reliability and performance targets
Analyze designs and test results to identify potential failure modes and mitigations.
Design and Development Support
Collaborate with design engineers to implement design for reliability best practices.
Act as a key stakeholder in reviewing and approving designs for release.
Participate in design reviews and failure mode effects analysis (FMEA) to assess potential reliability issues.
Failure Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
Investigate manufacturing non-conformances and field hardware failures to determine root cause. Travel as needed to perform deep dives into supplier processes.
Develop and recommend corrective actions to address identified reliability issues.
Maintain detailed records of failure analysis and reliability assessments.
Reliability Modeling and Simulation
Utilize reliability modeling and simulation tools to predict hardware performance and lifespan.
Develop and maintain reliability prediction models and databases.
Documentation and Reporting
Prepare detailed reliability reports, test plans, and procedures.
Present findings and recommendations to engineering teams and management.
Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements for satellite hardware reliability.
Continuous Improvement
Stay current with industry trends, advancements, and best practices in hardware reliability engineering.
Propose and implement process improvements to drive improvements in reliability across the program.
Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures
Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in hardware reliability engineering, preferably with a focus on satellite systems or space applications.
Significant knowledge of reliability engineering principles, methods, and tools.
Knowledge with environmental testing
Proficiency in failure analysis techniques and materials characterization methods.
Familiarity with electronics (PCBs, PCBAs, electronic components) and moving mechanical assemblies.
Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
Experience with the project management of technical projects
Master's or Doctorate degree or above in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with environmental testing, including temperature cycling, vibration, highly accelerated limit testing (HALT), and highly-accelerated stress screening (HASS).
Proficiency in Python, including NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, Plotly, and Matplotlib.
Familiarity with PCB fabrication, SMT, and polymerics application manufacturing processes.
Familiarity with relevant industry standards, including IPC, JEDEC, AIAA, AEC, MIL, and SMC standards.
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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, WA, Redmond - 159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually
