Hardware Reliability Engineer
July 26
🔄 Hybrid – Ottawa
Description
• Conduct thorough reliability testing and analysis of satellite user terminal and landing station hardware components and systems • Define requirements for Mean Time Before Failure at the component level to meet calculated reliability at the system level per target market product definition • Develop and execute reliability test plans, including environmental stress testing, accelerated life testing, and failure mode analysis (FMA) • Collaborate closely with design engineers to identify potential reliability issues and implement design improvements based on test results • Perform statistical analysis of test data to evaluate product reliability, predict failures, and recommend improvements • Generate detailed test reports and present findings to stakeholders, providing clear recommendations for product enhancements • Participate actively in design reviews to ensure reliability requirements are met and Design For Excellence (DfX) including Design for Manufacturability, Design for Cost/Procurement, Design for Assembly and Design for Testability principles are applied • Evaluate supplier components and materials for reliability compliance and performance suitability and provide requirements for field replacement and repair strategies • Define and implement reliability metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor product reliability throughout its lifecycle • Stay up to date with industry standards and best practices related to hardware reliability testing and analysis
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field; Master’s degree preferred • 10+ years of experience in hardware reliability engineering, preferably in satellite communication or aerospace industries • Proficient in reliability testing methodologies such as HALT, HASS, FMEA, and environmental testing; terminal regulatory and homologation knowledge a plus • Familiarity with MIL-STD-810 or DO-160 is a plus • Strong analytical skills with experience in statistical analysis tools for reliability assessment • Familiarity with reliability prediction software (e.g., ReliaSoft, Relex, Windchill) is advantageous • In-depth knowledge of satellite user terminal hardware architecture and components • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail • Effective communication skills with the ability to convey technical information clearly and concisely • Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
• Hybrid work environment • Comfortable office environment • International travel required
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