Reliability Engineer III

Aurex is hiring a Reliability Engineer III to support the NASA Artemis program in Centennial, CO (onsite). In this role, you will contribute to mission-critical reliability and safety work while partnering closely with engineering teams and systems engineers to meet customer and contract requirements.

Why this role matters

You will perform and support reliability and safety analyses for spacecraft and launch vehicle subsystems, helping ensure that designs are evaluated for reliability and critical failure modes. Your work will also be used to prepare and present reliability review information and documentation for program stakeholders and customers.

What you will do

• Analyze and evaluate spacecraft subsystems including avionics, propulsion systems, guidance navigation and control (GN&C), communications, mechanical, thermal control, and more.
• Conduct detailed Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) for launch vehicles at both component and sub-component levels to support reliability and safety for human spaceflight.
• Support development of safety and mission assurance analyses and associated products.
• Collaborate with engineering design teams and systems engineers to support compliance with customer requirements.
• Present reliability results to Program Management and related customers/clients.

Required qualifications

• BA or BS degree in Engineering (Aerospace Engineering or System Engineering) or related discipline, plus 5-10 years system reliability engineering experience.
• Proficiency in system reliability analysis methods including FMEA and Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) applied to aerospace vehicles.
• Experience with Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), fishbone analysis, and hazard analysis.
• Experience with launch vehicle and spacecraft design, development, or operations with emphasis on reliability.
• Ability to interpret and analyze specifications and data.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with customers, suppliers, and all levels within the company.
• Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred qualifications

• Familiarity with NASA standards and processes.
• Experience working with human spaceflight systems and programs.
• Experience working with complex electrical and avionics systems.

How you will be rewarded

• $119,000 - $136,000 per year (salary range).
• A comprehensive total rewards approach to compensation, including incentives and benefits beyond base salary.
• Compensation determined based on work experience, education, training, and relevant skills.
• A competitive benefits package designed to support health, well-being, and professional growth.