Build Reliability Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Build Reliability Engineer (Aerospace): Developing and implementing internal processes and manufacturing software to optimize the reliability and quality of next-generation weapon systems with an accent on production workflows and quality control. Focus on conducting root cause analyses, managing nonconformance, and optimizing design for manufacturability and inspectability.

Location: Must be a U.S. citizen, national, lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), refugee, or asylee to comply with U.S. Government ITAR export regulations.

Company

hirify.global is a defense company utilizing short iterative design cycles and modern commercial manufacturing to build next-generation weapon systems for the US and its allies.

What you will do

• Integrate reliability and quality considerations into all product lifecycle phases, participating in Design and Build Reviews.
• Develop and implement Quality Control Processes, standards, and planning to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Optimize production efficiency and change control through the development of manufacturing software and ECR/ECO processes.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) using FMEA and statistical analysis.
• Oversee nonconformance management, including risk analysis and control of non-conforming hardware.
• Create training materials and plans to ensure technician and inspector competency.

Requirements

• Minimum 4+ years of experience in a reliability and/or quality engineering role.
• U.S. Person status (Citizen, Green Card, Refugee, or Asylee) is strictly required for ITAR compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of resolving complex reliability challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for presenting technical data to diverse audiences.

Nice to have

• Experience in aerospace or defense/government programs.
• Experience implementing or enhancing Manufacturing Enterprise Software.
• Knowledge of Lean principles, Six Sigma, APQP, Metrology, and PFMEA.
• Experience supporting high-volume production teams during ramp-up.

Culture & Benefits

• Environment focused on a bias to action and creative problem solving.
• High-initiative culture requiring a passion for the company's mission and accountability.
• Fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding professional atmosphere.
• Commitment to adopting Lean approaches to quality without compromising safety.