Reliability Manager

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are currently seeking a Reliability Manager to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment. As a Reliability Manager, you will be responsible for leading the reliability, maintainability, and availability (RMA) effort for the Lunar Terrain Vehicle Services program. Take the #NextLeap with Lunar Outpost and work on the Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV), which will carry NASA astronauts farther than they've ever been before on the lunar surface!

Key Responsibilities: 

• Apply NASA’s reliability standard (NASA-STD-8729.1A) to the Lunar Terrain Vehicle and supporting systems  
• Lead reliability analysis to refine reliability allocations at the component and subsystem level and improve reliability predictions for the system 
• Work with integrated product teams and safety and mission assurance to conduct FMECA, maintainability analysis, service life analysis, and other reliability analyses and assessments  
• Support the verification and validation of reliability-related requirements through the development of verification objectives, test plans, and test procedures 
• Develop and maintain reliability documentation, including analysis, reports, and compliance matrices

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or aerospace engineering or related discipline 
• 7+ years of experience in RMA or a similar field
  
• Experience developing probabilistic reliability models 
  
• Demonstrated experience with NASA, DoD, or similar reliability standards 
• Experience with the systems engineering lifecycle 
  
• Proficiency in reliability analysis software 
• Self-motivated, focused, and driven to meet critical deadlines
  
• Excellent organization and time management skills
  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
  
• U.S. Person 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with Software Reliability 
  
• Previous work on Class A NASA missions  
• Experience developing materials for and presenting at design reviews 
  

Any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon Lunar Outpost receiving the LTVS SubCLIN 1C Award from NASA. If the contract is not awarded to Lunar Outpost, this offer will be considered null and void, without further obligation to Lunar Outpost.

Compensation & Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer
• Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation
• Retirement plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions
• Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays
• Parental leave
• Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development

Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.

Lunar Outpost Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Lunar Outpost Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employees, including executives and human resources personnel, are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism and treat others with dignity and respect in accordance with this policy.