Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cirrus Aircraft is a leading aerospace company seeking a Manager of Reliability & Maintainability Engineering. The role involves leading a team to enhance aircraft reliability and maintainability throughout the product lifecycle, focusing on data analysis, program development, and cross-functional collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Lead, develop, and mentor a multidisciplinary Reliability & Maintainability (R&M) team
- Define and execute the R&M strategy, roadmap, and standards across all programs
- Own the Reliability Program Plan (RPP), including RAMS, FMEA/FMECA, MSG 3, RCM, ZSA, and LORA deliverables
- Write maintainability and serviceability requirements for new programs, ensuring they are integrated into design reviews
- Lead team to develop and implement aircraft reliability and maintainability programs to monitor, analyze, and predict aircraft performance
- Lead reliability data analysis, trend identification, and pattern recognition to highlight areas of concern
- Lead the creation of dashboards, automated reporting, and predictive analytics to preempt AOG events and improve fleet health
- Develop and maintain R&M metrics, KPIs, and leading indicators to track performance and drive corrective actions
- Provide R&M requirements and technical guidance for Cirrus IQ or similar data sourcing, analysis, and visualization platforms
- Lead team in support of customer programs (e.g., Jetstream or piston aircraft support programs) with data, analysis, and guidance
- Provide technical support and guidance for operator specific MEL development
- Establish deferral management practices, risk assessments, and governance for MEL-related operational decisions
- Ensure maintainability and serviceability considerations are embedded in early design phases
- Participate in design reviews to verify R&M requirements, ease of maintenance, accessibility, and supportability goals
- Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, operations, and quality teams to align reliability objectives with product architecture
- Partner with Part 135 operators to tailor reliability and maintenance programs to operational needs
- Optimize maintenance intervals, task cards, and inspection programs using MSG 3/RCM methodologies
- Align reliability initiatives with SMS and operational safety controls
- Lead team in collaboration with Technical Publications/Technical Media to ensure troubleshooting, AMM, and diagnostic documentation is clear and effective
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field
- 8+ years of experience in aircraft reliability engineering, maintainability engineering, or a related field
- 4+ years of experience in leadership role
- Expertise with FMEA/FMECA, FRACAS, MSG-3, RCM, ZSA
- Experience supporting CFR (FAR) Part 135 operations
- Experience with data analysis, root cause analysis, reliability testing, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and lead teams through change
- Master's degree
Benefits
- 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting after one year of employment.
- Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options.
- Free Health Tracking: With rewards for meeting health goals.
- Generous PTO: 120 hours accrued within the first year.
- Employee Referral Bonus: For referring talented candidates.
- Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities.
- Exclusive Discounts: Access to partner and marketplace discounts.
- Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations.
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