Reliability Engineer

Thunderbolt Solutions is seeking to hire an Reliability Engineer.

Thunderbolt Solutions is a small, flexible company where are our motto ‘find a way or make one’ and it permeates every facet of our business. When faced with a technical challenge, we aim to exceed expectations by developing and fielding innovative solutions for defense and commercial markets in a manner unencumbered by bureaucracy. Thunderbolt Solutions operates in an environment that fosters transparency, innovation, collaboration, inclusion and a learning mindset focused on solutions that enhance employee engagement.

Job Description:
    

The Systems Engineer will represent Systems Engineering as a key team member of the program under the direction of the Systems Engineering Director. This will include identifying key issues and addressing them with the optimal technical solution. The Systems Engineer shall be proficient in the following disciplines and processes: performing technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detailed trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. 

Secondary responsibilities will include: Reliability Prediction Analysis, Reliability Allocations, Parts de-Rating and Application, Reliability Block Diagrams and Systems Interfaces, FRACAS (Failure Reporting and Corrective Action Process), Stress Analysis, Reliability Modeling, Design Assurance Analysis, Failure Diagnostics and Data/Trend Analysis, Failure Mode Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA)and Level of Repair Analysis (LORA). Familiar with requirements of MIL-HDBK-338B Electronic Reliability Design Handbook and Army TM 5-698-4 Failure Mode Effects and Criticality. Position will require application of most or all of these elements. 

Responsibilities include:

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Qualifications:

The successful candidate must demonstrate the following minimum qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years professional technical experience in System and Subsystem Requirements analysis, development, documentation, and validation of integrated systems, Aerospace/Defense systems, or commercial systems.
• Education Req: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or Physics) discipline with 5 years relevant experience; or Master’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or Physics) discipline with 3 years of relevant work experience. 
• Working knowledge in system level development, requirements definition, analysis, and risk mitigation for complex systems used on accredited programs.
• Experience with Verification and Validation requirements.
• Experience supporting new business pursuits and proposals efforts is required.
• Experience developing systems and general engineering processes and procedures are a plus.
• Experience developing systems and general engineering processes and procedures are a plus.
• Excellent oral, written and presentation skills for interfacing with senior management and customers as well as mentoring of other engineers.
• Must be able to receive a favorable eligibility determination for access to Secret information. Active Secret Clearance preferred.        
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Current US DOD Secret Secret Clearance or ability to achieve one
• Must be a US Citizen

Thunderbolt Solutions offers competitive pay, paid time off (PTO) and benefits (health & 401(k)).

 

Compensation Statement (Maryland Pay Transparency Notice)

In accordance with Maryland’s pay transparency requirements, the anticipated annual salary for this position is between $115,000 and $155,000. This range represents a reasonable estimate based on the expected scope of work and varying levels of experience.

Final compensation will depend on several factors, such as job responsibilities, relevant experience, education, certifications, specific skills, internal alignment, and prevailing market rates. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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Thunderbolt Software LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.