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Ayar Labs

Photonics Reliability Architect

San Jose, CA · On-site

$170 - $200/hr

Prepare detailed reliability reports, present findings to cross‑functional teams and management, and maintain comprehensive records of reliability data. Basic Qualifications * Education: B.S. in ...

Bloom Energy

Staff Reliability Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$120K - $151K/yr

We are looking for a Staff Reliability Engineer to join our team in one of today's most exciting technologies. This role will report to Sr. Director, Reliability Engineering. Location: This position ...

Bloom Energy

Staff Reliability Engineer

San Jose, CA

$120K - $151K/yr

We are looking for a Staff Reliability Engineer to join our team in one of today's most excitingtechnologies. This role will report to Sr. Director, Reliability Engineering. Location: This position ...

Etched

Head of Platform Product Reliability

San Jose, CA · On-site

$120K - $151K/yr

You will define reliability strategy, qualification methodologies, accelerated stress testing ... Experience with liquid-cooled systems, high-density power delivery, or thermal management for high ...

Delos

Head of Platform Product Reliability

San Jose, CA · On-site

$180 - $280/hr

You will define reliability strategy, qualification methodologies, accelerated stress testing ... Experience with liquid‑cooled systems, high‑density power delivery or thermal management for ...

Etched

Head of Platform Product Reliability

San Jose, CA · On-site

$120K - $151K/yr

You will define reliability strategy, qualification methodologies, accelerated stress testing ... Experience with liquid-cooled systems, high-density power delivery, or thermal management for high ...

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How much do reliability manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for reliability manager in Gilroy, CA is $124,332.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $148,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a reliability manager do?

A Reliability Manager is responsible for ensuring that equipment, processes, and systems operate efficiently and consistently to minimize downtime and maximize performance. They develop and implement reliability strategies, conduct root cause analyses, and oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs. Their role involves working closely with maintenance teams, engineers, and production staff to improve asset reliability and extend equipment lifespan. Additionally, they analyze failure data, recommend improvements, and help optimize operational costs through reliability-centered maintenance practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a reliability manager?

A Reliability Manager needs strong analytical skills, a solid background in engineering or maintenance, and experience with reliability-centered maintenance methodologies. Familiarity with tools like Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and certifications such as Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) are often required. Leadership, problem-solving, and the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills help ensure equipment uptime, optimize maintenance processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.

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Infographic showing various Reliability Manager job openings in Gilroy, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,332 per year, or $59.8 per hour.

Senior Manager, Hardware Reliability & Test

Muon Space

San Jose, CA

$202K - $223K/yr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

About the role

Muon is seeking a Senior Manager to lead and build our Hardware Reliability & Test organization. This team partners with every hardware function to ensure consistent qualification across our platforms, owns a holistic system reliability narrative, and provides the frameworks, tooling, and shared resources for testing Muon hardware from module level through fully assembled spacecraft. You will grow and lead teams spanning Reliability & Qualification, Spacecraft Acceptance Test & Test Framework Engineering, and Test Support Resources. 

This position is hybrid and requires working on-site in our San Jose, CA office three days per week.

Responsibilities
  • Build, lead, and grow the Hardware Reliability & Test organization across its three functions
  • Own vehicle and subsystem qualification: partner with subsystem and bus owners to define test conditions and levels, and ensure consistency across platforms
  • Refine and own quantitative reliability models, identifying gaps in data and proposing additional test to better inform our designs
  • Own Muon's hardware test frameworks, standards, results databases, and tooling, from module-level through spacecraft-level test
  • Deliver standard, shared spacecraft-level tests that can be easily tailored per mission
  • Provide shared hardware, software, and logistical resources supporting qualification, reliability, and lifetime testing across the hardware org
  • Partner with Systems Engineering and Business Development to demonstrate our systems meet customer requirements
  • Communicate reliability posture and test status to leadership and customers
Qualifications
  • Hands-on experience qualifying complex hardware for spaceflight or similarly demanding environments (thermal, vacuum, vibration, EMI/EMC)
  • B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
  • 10+ years of experience in hardware test, qualification, or reliability engineering, including 3+ years leading engineering teams
  • Proven ability to define processes and drive consistency across multiple engineering teams
  • Working knowledge of reliability analysis methods (e.g., FMEA, fault trees, statistical reliability modeling)
  • Familiarity with software-driven test frameworks and automated test infrastructure
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Excited to work in a fast-paced environment with new challenges each week
Nice-to-have Skills
  • Advanced degree or experience in engineering, reliability, or a related field
  • Experience with spacecraft environmental test standards (e.g., NASA GEVS, SMC-S-016)
  • Experience standing up new teams, processes, or test capabilities
  • Experience with test data pipelines and results databases at scale
  • Experience applying industry reliability standards (e.g., MIL-HDBK-217, ECSS, ISO 26262, or AEC-Q component qualification)
Salary

The salary range for this role is $202,000 - $223,000, plus a competitive equity grant and comprehensive benefits package. Final compensation will be determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location as assessed during the interview process. 

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