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Failure Analysis Manager Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

... asset management tools (specifically IBM Maximo) Qualifications: * U.S. Citizenship required ... Failure analysis including preservation of evidence techniques * Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA ...

Reliability Engineer III

Elkton, VA

$99K - $125K/yr

In business since 2000, LanceSoft is a reputed and credible Contingent Workforce Management ... Through analysis of equipment history, process data, and Failure Modes Effect Analysis, the ...

Maintenance Manager

Front Royal, VA · On-site

$86 - $129/hr

Manage projects, installations and rebuilds of equipment and processes * Engineers solutions to ... Drive root cause failure analysis of equipment failure and ensure action plans are developed to ...

Define and maintain test metrics and quality signals in test management and tracking tools. Mentor ... Strong debugging, failure analysis, and problem-solving skills. Ability to interpret and ...

Sr. Maintenance Engineer

Chester, VA · On-site

$86K - $129K/yr

... failure analyses, equipment, and process improvements and inspection findings • Support site ... report, and manage plant reliability metrics • Participate in site health, safety, and ...

Sr. Maintenance Engineer

Chester, VA · On-site

$86.40 - $129.60/hr

Prepare formal technical reports to document repair actions, failure analyses, equipment, and ... Gather, interpret, report, and manage plant reliability metrics * Participate in site health ...

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How much do failure analysis manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for failure analysis manager in Virginia is $92,295.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,187.00 and $115,731.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a failure analysis manager?

A Failure Analysis Manager oversees the investigation of product or system failures to determine root causes and implement corrective actions. They lead a team of engineers and analysts, collaborate with design and manufacturing teams, and use diagnostic tools to improve reliability. Their goal is to prevent recurring failures, enhance product quality, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

What are some common challenges faced by failure analysis managers, and how are they addressed in the role?

Failure Analysis Managers often encounter the challenge of diagnosing complex and intermittent failures that require a methodical, multidisciplinary approach. Balancing the need for thorough investigation with tight production timelines can also be demanding. To address these issues, managers lead teams of skilled engineers and technicians, utilize advanced analytical tools, and coordinate closely with design, quality, and manufacturing departments. By fostering open communication and continuous learning, they help develop faster, more effective root cause analyses that support robust product improvements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a failure analysis manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Failure Analysis Manager, you need a strong background in engineering or materials science, experience with root cause analysis methodologies, and a solid understanding of failure modes in manufacturing or electronics. Familiarity with technical tools such as scanning electron microscopes (SEM), failure analysis software, and certifications like Six Sigma or ASQ are highly valued. Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills help guide cross-functional teams and effectively present findings. These abilities are critical to ensuring product reliability, minimizing downtime, and driving continuous improvement within an organization.

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Infographic showing various Failure Analysis Manager job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,295 per year, or $44.4 per hour.

Experienced Fault & Autonomy Engineer - Experimental Space Programs

Boeing

Herndon, VA

$147K - $171K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

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Experienced Fault & Autonomy Engineer - Experimental Space Programs

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Experimental Systems Group (ESG) has an exciting opportunity for an Experienced Fault & Autonomy Engineer to join our team located in Seal Beach, CA, with potential options to work from El Segundo, CA, Aurora, CO, or Herndon, VA based on candidate eligibility. As a Fault & Autonomy Engineer in ESG, you will have the opportunity to personally contribute to the development of new first-of-kind space vehicles and missions. The ESG portfolio consists of a range of platforms and technologies including the X-37B, the world's first fully autonomous reusable spaceplane, which is continuing to shape the future of space technology while currently flying its eighth mission.

As a member of our Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) Mission Design team, you will join a diverse team of system architects, Concept of Operations (ConOps) developers, fault and autonomy designers, and recommended operating procedure (ROP) authors.

As a Fault and Autonomy Engineer, you will be expected to lead coordination across all internal and external stakeholders to drive development and implementation of an optimal fault and autonomy architecture for your assigned program(s). You will serve as a core point of contact for customers and will work directly with subject matter experts across the business to quickly iterate and converge on achievable solutions that meet our customers' needs. Our development timelines are aggressive and you will be asked to develop solutions to previously unsolved problems.

In this role, you will work in multidisciplinary teams to bring concept of operations to fruition in support of our customers' mission objectives. You will work both as an individual contributor and as a project lead. An ideal candidate has a strong technical background across all spacecraft subsystems with particular depth in Attitude Control Systems (ACS)/Guidance Navigation & Control (GNC), flight software, or spacecraft operations as well as a strong system background spanning both space and ground domains. You will need to be able to dive into broad, minimally-defined design spaces and effectively lead integrated efforts.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Support technology integration for and development of first-of-kind space vehicles and missions
  • Develop and present review packages to internal and external senior leadership
  • Work proactively and independently in a fast-paced, demanding atmosphere
  • Ensure system hardware designs have adequate redundancy for required levels of fault tolerance
  • Develop autonomy aligned with customer risk tolerance in the presence of anomalies
  • Analyze system failure modes (via failure mode effects and criticality analysis (FMECA) or fault tree analysis)
  • Develop software requirements for onboard fault protection to detect and isolate failures and transition to spacecraft safing modes
  • Design autonomy or ground procedures to recover from failures
  • Provide occasional on-call support for system anomalies

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

BasicQualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • This position requires an active U.S.Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).
  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
  • 1+ years of direct experience with Satellite Systems Engineering groups.
  • 1+ years of experience in systems engineering, systems integration, and/or software engineering.
  • 1+ years of experience with failure analysis (performing or review).

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Master's degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry
  • 3 years of systems engineering experience
  • 2 years of project management experience
  • Strong oral, written, and visual communication skills
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams and external customers
  • Experience in spacecraft, launch vehicles, or highly autonomous unmanned systems
  • Experience with failure analysis techniques (e.g, Fault Tree, FMECA)
  • Experience with spacecraft mission operations
  • Broad knowledge across spacecraft subsystems

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteriaismet as outlined in our policies.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Note:Basic relocation will be offeredfor eligible internal candidates.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, anda number ofprograms that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range (Experienced - Level 3): $124,100 - $167,900

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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