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Tencent

Site Reliability Engineer Intern

Irvine, CA

$27.12 - $51.93/hr

Tencent IEG's Site Reliability Engineers leverage software engineering skills to help solve complex ... Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, full-time interns are ...

Tencent

Site Reliability Engineer Intern

Los Angeles, CA

$27.12 - $51.93/hr

Tencent IEG's Site Reliability Engineers leverage software engineering skills to help solve complex ... Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, full-time interns are ...

Nuro

Vehicle Reliability, Intern

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$120.90K - $152.20K/yr

Prior internship or co-op experience in electrical, reliability, validation, or hardware engineering. * Hands-on experience with reliability testing, environmental validation, or the development of ...

Nuro

Vehicle Reliability, Intern

Mountain View, CA

$120.90K - $152.20K/yr

Prior internship or co-op experience in electrical, reliability, validation, or hardware engineering. * Hands-on experience with reliability testing, environmental validation, or the development of ...

Nuro

Vehicle Reliability, Intern

Mountain View, CA

$120.90K - $152.20K/yr

Prior internship or co-op experience in electrical, reliability, validation, or hardware engineering. * Hands-on experience with reliability testing, environmental validation, or the development of ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Internship Reliability Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Internship Reliability Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering principles, problem-solving, and data analysis, often supported by progress toward a degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering fields. Familiarity with reliability analysis tools such as FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, and reliability software (e.g., ReliaSoft) is typically expected. Attention to detail, effective communication, and a proactive attitude are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies are crucial for identifying and mitigating failures, ensuring equipment reliability, and supporting the overall performance of engineering systems.

What kinds of projects and responsibilities can I expect as an Internship Reliability Engineer?

As an Internship Reliability Engineer, you'll typically work on projects focused on improving equipment performance, analyzing failure data, and supporting preventative maintenance activities. You may be tasked with collecting operational data, assisting with root cause analyses, and creating reports to help senior engineers make informed decisions. Collaboration is common; you'll often work closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to implement reliability improvements and learn industry best practices. This role provides valuable hands-on experience and a strong foundation for future engineering positions.

What does an Internship Reliability Engineer do?

An Internship Reliability Engineer assists in ensuring that products, systems, or processes perform reliably and meet quality standards. Their responsibilities often include collecting and analyzing data, performing failure analysis, supporting maintenance strategies, and working with senior engineers to improve system performance. Interns may also help with root cause investigations and developing reliability tests. This role provides hands-on experience with reliability engineering principles and tools, preparing interns for a future career in the field.

What is the difference between Internship Reliability Engineer vs Reliability Engineer?

AspectInternship Reliability EngineerReliability Engineer
QualificationsEnrolled in or recent graduate in engineering or related fieldBachelor's or higher in engineering, certifications preferred
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, entry-level tasks, supervisedFull-time, professional environment, independent responsibilities
Industry UsageOften in manufacturing, aerospace, or energy sectorsSame industries, with more complex projects
Search IntentEntry-level, internship opportunities, career explorationFull-time career, advanced reliability tasks

The main difference between an Internship Reliability Engineer and a Reliability Engineer is experience level and responsibilities. Internships are designed for students or recent graduates gaining initial industry exposure, while Reliability Engineers are experienced professionals managing complex reliability projects. Internships serve as a stepping stone toward a full Reliability Engineer role.

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Hardware Reliability Engineer, Components (Starshield)

Hardware Reliability Engineer, Components (Starshield)

SpaceX

Hawthorne, CA • On-site

$115K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

SpaceX rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 142 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 59 rated aerospace companies

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
HARDWARE RELIABILITY ENGINEER, COMPONENTS (STARSHIELD)Starshield leverages SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads.
A Hardware Reliability Engineer plays a critical role in supporting the design engineering community to produce higher reliability Electrical, Electronic, and Electro-mechanical/Electro-optical (EEE) components and systems, ensuring SpaceX can continue to use commercial electronics from a wide range of manufacturers. This engineer will evaluate the quality and reliability of components for the design community, bringing together the appropriate groups to take corrective action with unforeseen component issues and failures. They will impact all stages of design and production, interfacing with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, as well as supply chain and production staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provide support for team leadership and technical guidance for the Hardware and EEE Parts Reliability group
  • Drive Avionics EEE piece part reliability issues and risk towards closure
  • Use reliability physics of failure models and reliability statistics to assess risk levels to the mission, as well as to develop and implement accelerated tests to mitigate risks and qualify designs
  • Lead reliability test planning, methodology, and execution
  • Drive analysis processes for all failures discovered during reliability testing
  • Build reliability prediction models and finite element models to evaluate product functional performance over mission life conditions
  • Advise EEE designers on parts selection based on part reliability and manufacturing processes
  • Interface with SpaceX groups such as supply chain, design engineering, and production/manufacturing
  • Evaluate failure analysis and coordinate destructive physical analysis investigations to provide corrective actions and paths to closure
  • Analyze and model implementation options to inform electronics design for reliability, including material selections, PCB laminates, features (vias, pad, stack up, etc.) specifications, finishes, component attachment, solder chemistry, reflow profile, and underfill selections
  • Advise on HALT/HASS testing and reliability assessments for PCBA testing
  • Execute testing campaigns to assess reliability of hardware and components

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or another STEM discipline
  • 2+ years of experience in hardware development, hardware troubleshooting, or data analysis (internship, co-op, and extracurricular experiences are applicable)
  • 1+ years of experience with Python or SQL

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
  • Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, or data science
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a highly cross-functional role
  • Strong understanding of computers and programming languages (ideally Python, C, or C++)
  • Strong understanding of time series data analysis and reliability statistics
  • Strong understanding of failure mechanisms for electronic, mechanical, or optical systems
  • Experience leading failure investigations and root cause analysis
  • Experience performing environmental tests such as HALT/HASS campaigns, thermal cycling, vibration and shock testing, space environment effects testing
  • Active Top Secret, Top Secret SCI, or DOE Level Q clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain one

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Ability to work long hours and weekends as necessary to meet mission-critical deadlines
  • An active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; if so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Hardware Reliability Engineer/Level I: $105,000.00 - $120,000.00/per year
Hardware Reliability Engineer/Level II: $115,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Those with an active clearance will receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $20,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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