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Full-Time

Reliability Engineer

Roadrunner

Updated on 11/1/2024

Anduril

Anduril

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops autonomous systems for defense applications

Robotics & Automation
Defense

Compensation Overview

$128k - $192kAnnually

+ Equity Grants

Senior

Newport Beach, CA, USA

Relocation assistance available depending on role eligibility.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
Site Reliability Engineering
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Minimum of 5-8 years Industry Experience as a Reliability Engineer, Design or Development Engineer, or Test Engineer
  • B.S. Degree in Engineering or Physics
  • Experience working on Advanced Hardware Systems
  • Experience with Drone, Aircraft, and/or Weapon System Reliability Engineering
  • Experience setting up the Reliability Engineering initial framework for a product or program -front end Design Reliability Experience.
  • Experience with Prediction Modeling, FMEA/FMECA, and Risk Management
  • Experience or familiarity with MIL-STD-810, MIL-HDBK-217, and MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-516C, and DOD RAM Guide
  • Experience with MIL-HDBK-217 Plus, MIL-HDBK-472, MIL-HDBK-1629, and MIL-HDBK-882
  • Qualification testing requirements experience and/or test execution experience to proactive characterize product behavior and performance.
  • Experience with root cause analysis Methodologies, corrective action management, and risk management
  • Clearance Eligible
Responsibilities
  • Support Design & Development Engineers in requirements documentation, redundancy evaluation, and proactive design reliability liaising to ensure compliance against Anduril’s design standards.
  • Support and review system block diagrams, interface control documents, and schematics for compliance, redundancy, and accuracy against requirements and concept of operations with a focus on Propulsion Interfaces, Electrical Systems, and Mechanical Systems.
  • Support Design & Development Engineers as a critical partner to identify risk as early as possible through tools such as Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Physics of Failure Methodologies, and Analysis + Test Data Reviews in R&D, then coordinate mitigation action plans to proactively lead the Design Reliability Effort for your assigned product or product area.
  • Support the Design Requirements Process as a Subject Matter Expert to ensure teams adhere to our Hardware Design Best Practices, and Analysis best practices.
  • Support Development Milestone Reviews for product maturity and associated artifact deliverables with Hardware Product Management for SRR, PDR, CDR, QDR, and then support the production hand off process with Quality Engineering.
  • Perform reliability prediction analysis to calculate sub-component failure rates, system MTTF, and system and sub-system MTBF utilizing Anduril requirements, specifications, and COTS specifications as well as leveraging MIL-HDBK-217 Plus. Use probability of failure from predictions to contribute to larger effectiveness models for the system.
  • Lead FMECA (Failure Mode and Effects Criticality Analysis) evaluations and calculations.
  • Lead Maintainability prediction models using MIL-HDBK-472.
  • Perform Weibull analysis utilizing test data from the Qualification campaign to general Reliability Performance Reports for the customer.
  • Lead, Draft, and tailor R&D Test and Qualification Test top level campaign requirements plans with support from the Chief Architect, Product Manager, Systems Engineering, and Design and Test Engineer(s).
  • Lead and manage the Qualification & Traceability matrix alongside Requirements and FMEA documentation.
  • Lead and drive root cause analysis and corrective action for issues found during R&D and Qualification testing alongside the Development, Quality, and Test Engineering Teams.
  • Publish the Qualification Completion Matrix and Reports for the customer.
  • Lead product End-To-End Plans from component receiving through field deployment. Liaison with Quality Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure all inspection and acceptance test gates and requirements are in place and documented into a clear process.
  • Develop, Draft, and Implement Reliability Processes for the business to improve and streamline our Design, Manufacturing, and Deployment Operations efforts for rapid development.
  • Host regular metrics reviews to highlight key problem areas for deployed products utilizing Anduril data. Plot aggregate data and review change trends, performance trends, and issue landscape. Support operational functional data log reviews for performance characterization to generate family data insights. Propose and coordinate corrective actions to closure to improve data performance trends. Act as the lead liaison to close all communication feedback loops between the Deployment Operations Team and the Development Engineering Teams for corrective action.
  • Host regular risk and mitigation corrective action reviews to ensure progress and lessons learned are communicated with all stakeholders, and that all actions have been implemented in a timely manner to ensure risk landscape is under control.

Anduril Industries develops advanced autonomous systems for military and security purposes, focusing on providing solutions to government and commercial clients, particularly in the defense sector. The company's main product is the Lattice platform, a software system that integrates various autonomous vehicles for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. This platform enables seamless operation of air, land, and sea vehicles, ensuring effective performance in challenging environments. Anduril's product range includes autonomous air systems like the Roadrunner and Fury, as well as underwater vehicles such as the Dive LD, which are designed for various operational needs. Unlike its competitors, Anduril emphasizes continuous innovation and integration of new technologies to maintain a leading position in defense technology. The company's goal is to enhance defense capabilities by providing integrated security solutions that operate across multiple domains.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$3.4B

Headquarters

Orange, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

37%

1 year growth

69%

2 year growth

171%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Anduril's recent $1.4 billion funding round at a $14 billion valuation underscores strong investor confidence and provides substantial capital for R&D and expansion.
  • The company's expansion plans, including new manufacturing facilities in Mississippi and Rhode Island, signal significant job creation and growth opportunities.
  • Selection by the U.S. Air Force for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft program highlights Anduril's strategic importance and potential for long-term government contracts.

What critics are saying

  • The defense sector's reliance on government contracts can lead to revenue volatility due to changing political and budgetary priorities.
  • Rapid expansion and scaling, such as the planned new facilities, may strain operational capabilities and lead to potential execution risks.

What makes Anduril unique

  • Anduril's Lattice platform uniquely integrates air, land, and sea autonomous systems, providing a seamless and comprehensive ISR solution unlike any other in the defense market.
  • The company's focus on advanced autonomous systems and AI-driven solutions sets it apart from traditional defense contractors who rely on conventional technologies.
  • Strategic partnerships, such as with Rheinmetall for anti-drone systems, enhance Anduril's capabilities and market reach, distinguishing it from competitors.

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Benefits

Full Family Health Coverage

16 Weeks Paid Leave for All Caregivers

Family Planning & Support

Incentivized Time Off

Mental Health Resources

Financial Planning

Unlimited Provisions

Professional Development