Reliability Engineer - Level 3

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Chandler
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Reliability Engineer – Level 3 to join our team in Chandler, AZ The RAM&T Engineer will perform software reliability analysis utilizing Reliasoft and PTC Windchill Quality Solution (WQS) tools. Conduct RAM&T Program planning, scheduling, working tasks, assessing progress, tracking deliverables, and reporting, with focus on program milestones This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off In this job, you will : The Principal RAM&T Engineer will perform software reliability analysis utilizing Reliasoft and PTC Windchill Quality Solution (WQS) tools. Conduct RAM&T Program planning, scheduling, working tasks, assessing progress, tracking deliverables, and reporting, with focus on program milestones. Candidate should possess experience in system-level hardware and software engineering processes, modeling and analysis with experience creating hardware reliability predictions using MIL-HDBK-217 or equivalent with an emphasis on the following: Reliability, Availability and Maintainability (RAM) Reliability Block Diagrams (RBDs) Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) at the functional, interfaces, and part level Failure Reporting and Corrective Action Systems (FRACAS) using MIL-STD-1629 as a guide Probabilistic Reliability Analysis (PRA) Fault Tree Analysis The successful candidate will possess a strong knowledge of systems engineering concepts, principles, and techniques as well as familiarity with the DoD RAM guide and MIL-STDs related to RAM; Monte Carlo simulation, discrete event simulation, general simulation theory; Relational database and programming languages; Ballistic missile defense systems The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels. Other duties as assigned If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team! Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience. Must have ability to obtain U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) at the functional, interfaces, and part level Failure Reporting and Corrective Action Systems (FRACAS) Experience in reliability analysis of both hardware and software engineering processes. Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Missile Defense Agency systems. Experience developing RAM&T program plans and metrics. Strong interpersonal and presentation skills to collaborate effectively within a technical team environment. Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site. Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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