Reliability Engineer, Hardware

Meta is seeking a Reliability Engineer to drive the quality, durability, and long-term reliability of consumer hardware products across Meta's device portfolio, including virtual reality headsets, augmented reality glasses, and wearable devices. In this role, you will own independently reliability engineering activities spanning product development through mass production, partnering with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering teams to identify failure modes, define reliability requirements, and ensure Meta's hardware products meet the highest standards of durability and field performance.Reliability Engineer, Hardware Responsibilities:Define and execute reliability test plans for consumer hardware products, including VR headsets, AR glasses, and wearable devices, covering accelerated life testing, environmental stress screening, and mechanical durability validationConduct failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) and fault tree analysis (FTA) to proactively identify and mitigate reliability risks across hardware subsystemsAnalyze field return data, warranty claims, and reliability metrics to identify top failure drivers and translate findings into actionable engineering corrective actionsLead root cause analysis investigations for reliability escapes, distinguishing between design, material, manufacturing process, and use-condition contributorsDefine and track reliability KPIs, including MTBF, failure rate, and field return rate, to produce regular reporting to inform product and engineering decisionsCollaborate with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering teams to influence design decisions that improve product durability and serviceabilityPartner with contract manufacturers and suppliers to establish reliability requirements, audit test capabilities, and validate corrective actions at the component and system levelDevelop and maintain reliability models and life prediction analyses to support product design decisions and reliability growth planningDevelop reliability requirements documentation, test specifications, and design verification plans aligned to product development milestonesEngage cross-functional stakeholders, including product management, quality, and operations, to communicate the reliability status, risks, and influence business decisionsInternational travel, up to 20%Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experienceBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, a relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience6+ years of experience in hardware reliability engineering for consumer electronics, wearable devices, or similar electro-mechanical productsExperience in designing and executing accelerated life tests, environmental stress tests, and mechanical durability validation for consumer hardware productsExperience performing failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), fault tree analysis (FTA), and root cause analysis on hardware systemsExperience analyzing reliability data and field return metrics to identify failure trends and drive engineering corrective actionsExperience collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineering teams to influence product design for reliability and durabilityAbility to proactively drive decisions involving dependencies across multiple teams or functionsPreferred Qualifications:Experience with reliability engineering for VR, AR, or wearable device product lines, including knowledge of display, optics, battery, and sensor subsystem failure modesFamiliarity with reliability growth modeling, Weibull analysis, and statistical reliability prediction methods applied to consumer hardware productsDemonstrated use of AI tools to redesign reliability data analysis workflows, accelerate failure pattern identification, or improve reporting efficiencyExperience working with contract manufacturers and component suppliers to define reliability requirements and validate corrective actions at scaleAbout Meta:Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.$173,000/year to $245,000/year + bonus + equity + benefitsIndividual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.