Sr. Reliability Engineer - Space Technologies

Location: 1300 Britt Street Southeast, Albuquerque, NM, 985 Space Center Drive, Colorado Springs, CO, Huntsville, AL, Simi Valley, CA

Time Type: Full time

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Job Description

 

AV is seeking a Reliability Engineer that will play a key role in ensuring the dependability and mission success of complex space systems. This position involves applying reliability engineering principles, conducting analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet stringent standards.
 
On any given day, the selected candidate may be asked to:

• Perform Reliability, Availability, and Maintainability (RAM) analyses for space systems and subsystems. 

• Develop and maintain Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA). 

• Conduct Reliability Growth Testing, Life Data Analysis, and Accelerated Life Testing. 

• Generate and review reliability predictions using MIL-HDBK-217, Telcordia, or similar standards. 

• Integrate reliability requirements into hardware and software designs. 

• Prepare and present reliability reports and metrics to program leadership and stakeholders. 

• Ensure compliance with DoD, NASA, and aerospace reliability standards and contractual requirements. 

 
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Systems Engineering (Master's preferred). 

• 5+ years of experience in reliability engineering for aerospace or defense programs. 

• Proficiency in reliability tools and software (e.g., Reliance, Windchill Quality Solutions, or equivalent). 

• Strong understanding of MIL-STD-1629, MIL-HDBK-217, and related standards. 

• Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD security clearance. 

Desired Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance. 

• Experience with space-qualified hardware, radiation-hardened components, and electronic systems reliability. 

• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and digital engineering tools. 

• Knowledge of risk management frameworks, DoD acquisition processes, and mission assurance.

• Excellent communication and technical writing skills. 

About Us
We are a leading provider of advanced space solutions, supporting mission-critical programs. Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative, reliable, and secure systems that ensure national security and operational excellence.

Why Join Us?

• Work on mission-critical space programs that directly support national initiatives. 

• Collaborate with industry-leading experts.

• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth opportunities. 

 
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity 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.

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The salary range for this role is:

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits:  AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.  For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply.  NO agencies please.

About AV:

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.

If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

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