Reliability Engineer

KBR • Warner Robins, GA

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Reliability Engineer to support aviation system sustainment and performance improvement efforts. This role is critical in ensuring the safety, reliability, and maintainability of aircraft systems, with a focus on predictive and preventative maintenance strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in reliability engineering within the aviation sector, preferably with experience supporting USAF fighter aircraft platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a reliability engineering role within a manufacturing or aviation environment.
• Firm understanding of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA).
• Proficiency with reliability analysis tools, statistical software, and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with industry best practices such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, etc.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of experience in reliability engineering within the aviation industry, ideally supporting USAF fighter aircraft.
• Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) - ASQ or equivalent.
• Master's degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Demonstrated experience with reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), total productive maintenance (TPM), and root cause analysis (RCA).
• Knowledge of military aviation standards and sustainment practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) strategies and predictive maintenance plans.
• Analyze equipment failures and system downtime to identify root causes and reliability risks.
• Design and execute reliability tests to validate system performance and compliance with safety standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and manufacturing teams to improve equipment reliability and lifecycle performance.
• Lead reliability improvement initiatives to reduce unplanned downtime and increase mission readiness.
• Utilize statistical tools and diagnostic software to analyze performance data and recommend improvements.
• Prepare technical reports, failure analysis documentation, and reliability recommendations for leadership.
• Support the development of repair procedures and test equipment for non-repairable components.
• Maintain reliability databases and track performance metrics across systems and components.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees