Reliability Engineer

Description

Reliability Engineering team works across Anduril"s entire product portfolio and supports programs from concept development through operational deployment. The team is responsible for developing reliability strategies, conducting predictive analysis, leading failure investigations, and implementing processes that improve system performance and mission success. Engineers on this team regularly interface with cross-functional stakeholders and are expected to influence technical decisions across organizations without direct authority. DUTIES Lead Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA/FMECA) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) Perform reliability modeling and predictive analysis including MTBF/MTTF calculations Execute Weibull analysis and identify reliability trends using test and field data Develop qualification, validation, environmental, life-cycle, and accelerated testing plans Investigate product failures and lead root cause analysis and CAPA activities Support design reviews including PDR, CDR, and manufacturing readiness assessments Partner with manufacturing and quality teams to improve production reliability Develop maintainability models and preventative maintenance strategies Establish and improve reliability engineering processes, tools, and infrastructure Drive reliability improvements throughout the entire product lifecycle

Skills

Reliability engineering

Top Skills Details

Reliability engineering

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor"s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related discipline Minimum 5+ years of engineering experience in Reliability Engineering, Test Engineering, Design Engineering, or similar role Experience with aerospace, defense, autonomous systems, military electronics, satellite systems, UAVs, or other safety-critical products Expertise performing: FMEA/FMECA Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) Reliability modeling Weibull Analysis MTBF/MTTF calculations Experience developing qualification and validation testing requirements Strong root cause analysis and failure investigation experience Experience supporting hardware products through development and production

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Costa Mesa, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $115.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Costa Mesa,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

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