Red 6 · 1 day ago
Reliability Engineer
Denver, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expRed 6 is an innovative Augmented Reality (AR) technology startup leading the way in synthetic air combat training. As a Reliability Engineer, you will own the reliability strategy and execution for Red 6’s HMD and supporting electronics, partnering with various teams to ensure product reliability and compliance with aerospace standards.
Air TransportationArtificial Intelligence (AI)Augmented RealityInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Define the reliability program for the HMD and electronics: requirements allocation, reliability plans, test strategies, qualification matrices, and acceptance criteria
Lead DfR activities (component derating, parts selection, thermal & stress analysis, worst‑case analysis) and run DFMEAs/PFMEAs, FTA, RBDs, and reliability predictions (e.g., MIL‑HDBK‑217, Telcordia) as appropriate
Plan and execute testing across development and production: HALT/HASS, ESS, accelerated life testing (e.g., Arrhenius/Coffin‑Manson methods), and environmental/EMI compliance testing aligned to aerospace norms (e.g., MIL‑STD‑810, DO‑160, MIL‑STD‑461) in collaboration with internal and external labs
Establish and run FRACAS: instrument data collection, classify failures, drive root cause (8D/5‑Why), and close the loop with corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Analyze reliability data (Weibull/parametric life data, growth modeling like Duane/AMSAA) and build dashboards to track MTBF/FIT, reliability growth, and field return trends
Partner with flight‑test and field teams to plan test coverage, instrument prototypes, and translate real‑world usage into reliability loads and duty cycles for the HMD system
Supplier & manufacturing engagement: define reliability requirements for critical components (microdisplays, emitters/LEDs/lasers, image sensors, IMUs, power electronics, connectors/harness, optics assemblies/adhesives); review supplier evidence (screening, burn‑in, PPAP/AS9145 artifacts), and guide incoming/ESS strategies
Quality system alignment: ensure deliverables and records integrate cleanly with an ISO 9001 / AS9100D quality management system
Qualification
Required
Bachelors Degree or higher in Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Physics, Reliability, or related field
5+ years in reliability engineering for complex electro‑optical, wearable, or avionics/defense hardware (or 3+ with a relevant MS)
Hands‑on experience with DfR, FMEA/FTA/RBD, reliability predictions, HALT/HASS/ESS, and FRACAS
Working knowledge of environmental and EMI/EMC test frameworks (e.g., MIL‑STD‑810, DO‑160, MIL‑STD‑461) and accelerated testing/statistical life‑data analysis
Proficiency with reliability/statistics tools (e.g., ReliaSoft Weibull++/BlockSim, Minitab, JMP) and practical scripting/analysis to automate data pipelines
Ability to read electrical/optical/mechanical drawings and collaborate across disciplines; strong, concise technical writing and presentation skills
Comfort working on‑site with prototypes, test fixtures, chambers, and in close contact with manufacturing and suppliers
Preferred
Experience with AR/VR/HMD hardware, micro‑display technologies (OLED/LCOS/DLP), high‑brightness emitters, optical adhesives & alignment, and thermal management in compact wearables
Prior work qualifying flight equipment or line‑replaceable units; field/flight‑test exposure; reliability growth planning for rapid prototype‑to‑flight programs
Knowledge of AS9145/APQP/PPAP, IPC‑A‑610/IPC‑9701, and ESD/handling controls
Benefits
Healthcare, Dental, and Vision (100% coverage for Employees)
Paid time off, including vacation, sick, paid holidays, and parental leave
Short and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Voluntary Worksite Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity)
Company
Red 6
RED 6 is an augmented reality company that works with the Air Force to train fighter pilots.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$111.35MKey Investors
Disney AcceleratorSnowpoint VenturesMoonshots Capital
2023-06-02Series B· $70M
2022-09-21Series B
2022-07-13Non Equity Assistance
Leadership Team
Derek Cedarbaum
Senior Product Manager
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