Senior Reliability Engineer

Amazon Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
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$159,200–$215,300 / yr
Posted
84 days ago
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Amazon Inc. is the world''s largest e-commerce and cloud computing company, operating the Amazon marketplace, AWS cloud platform, Prime subscription services, Alexa voice AI, and logistics infrastructure. Industry: E-Commerce & Cloud Computing

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TL;DR · Senior Reliability Engineer

The Senior Reliability Engineer joins the Hardware Reliability Engineering team within the satellite development organization for Amazon Leo. This role focuses on ensuring the functional reliability and performance of satellite hardware systems operating in the harsh environment of space. You will develop and implement design-for-reliability best practices, conduct rigorous stress screening and environmental testing, and perform root cause failure analysis on manufacturing non-conformances and field hardware failures. Key responsibilities include developing reliability test plans, performing failure mode effects analysis, and utilizing reliability modeling and simulation tools to predict hardware lifespan. Required skills include expertise in electronics manufacturing processes, materials characterization, and hardware reliability principles. Preferred technical proficiencies include Python, NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, Plotly, Matplotlib, and familiarity with IPC, JEDEC, AIAA, AEC, MIL, and SMC standards.

What you'll do

  • Develop and implement reliability test plans for satellite hardware components.
  • Perform stress screening and environmental testing to ensure hardware meets performance targets.
  • Analyze designs and test results to identify potential failure modes and mitigations.
  • Conduct failure mode effects analysis (FMEA) and review designs for release.
  • Investigate manufacturing non-conformances and field hardware failures to determine root causes.
  • Utilize reliability modeling and simulation tools to predict hardware performance and lifespan.
  • Develop and maintain reliability prediction models and databases.
  • Prepare detailed reliability reports and present findings to engineering teams and management.

What we're looking for

  • Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
  • Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical, Materials, Reliability, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in hardware reliability engineering, preferably with a focus on satellite systems or space applications (preferred).
  • Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures.
  • Significant knowledge of reliability engineering principles, methods, and tools.
  • Proficiency in failure analysis techniques, materials characterization, and environmental testing.
  • Master's or Doctorate degree or above in a relevant engineering field (preferred).
  • Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates.

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