Principal Reliability Engineer Jobs

Discover Principal Reliability Engineer opportunities on Ladders, a destination for vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Principal Reliability Engineers guide the strategies and technical practices that help organizations build dependable products, systems, and operations. Explore senior-level roles where you can shape reliability programs, solve complex engineering challenges, and influence decisions across teams.

What Does a Principal Reliability Engineer Do?

Principal Reliability Engineers lead efforts to improve the availability, safety, durability, and performance of products or systems. Depending on the industry, they may analyze failure data, assess technical risks, develop reliability models, guide testing and validation, and recommend design or process changes. They often serve as senior technical authorities, partnering with engineering, operations, quality, and leadership teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek extensive engineering experience and a track record of leading complex reliability initiatives. Relevant strengths may include failure-mode analysis, root-cause investigation, reliability statistics, systems engineering, risk assessment, test planning, and clear technical communication. Requirements vary by employer and industry; some positions may also call for specialized tools, standards, or experience with regulated environments.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Principal Reliability Engineer roles can be found across sectors such as aerospace, energy, manufacturing, medical technology, telecommunications, and software or cloud services. The work may focus on physical assets and products, mission-critical infrastructure, or distributed systems. Browse openings to find positions that match your technical background, preferred industry, and career goals.

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Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements, compare roles, and identify positions where your reliability expertise can have a broad impact.

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$118K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining nuclear power engineering by designing innovative systems and leading projects that enhance plant operations and safety. Collaborate with clients and drive impactful modi...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$118K - $180K *

Lead engineering projects in nuclear power systems design, focusing on modifications, analyses, and vendor evaluations. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to the successful transition of new products and technologies into production by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient, scalable manufacturing processes and readines...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $270K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional initiatives in financial systems automation and product development. As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll drive technical architecture and standards, e...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $250K *

Innovate and enhance CI/CD pipelines while driving QA best practices across engineering teams, ensuring high-quality embedded software through test automation and infrastructure management...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $181K *

Advance your career as a Senior Systems Engineer, leading system requirements and verification efforts. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring systems meet...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $176K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative engineering projects that enhance technological capabilities and drive continuous improvement. Collaborate across teams to solve complex problems while ensuring...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $129K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of medical technology by leading critical investigations and driving quality improvements that enhance patient safety and product performance throughout the produc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $129K *

Lead critical investigations and drive quality improvements in medical technology, ensuring patient safety and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and up...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $194K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate data-driven solutions that optimize production and enhance workflows in US onshore operations. Collaborate with engineers and operators to tackle enterprise-level chall...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $165K *

Lead the design and management of Kubernetes clusters on AWS EKS. Collaborate with DevOps and security teams to ensure high availability, security, and performance of cloud infrastructure while automa...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion quality excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Lead initiatives to enhance product quality, customer satisfaction, and operational performance while collaborating with cross-funct...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$305K - $330K *

Lead the charge in developing AI-native tooling that enhances developer workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize solutions that integrate AI into coding pr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $151K *

Develop advanced passive RF geolocation algorithms to enhance electromagnetic warfare capabilities. Collaborate across teams to implement high-performance localization solutions, ensuring robust detec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $116K *

Contribute to quality assurance in manufacturing compressor airfoils, focusing on problem-solving and sustainable corrective actions. Collaborate with operations and quality teams to ensure compliance...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate quality assurance by managing compliance and customer satisfaction in product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to industry standards and drive continuou...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Create the future of digital commerce by leading technical architecture, championing AI integration, and driving innovative engineering practices in a high-impact eCommerce platform...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$68K - $108K *

Engage with our supplier quality team to enhance compliance and performance through audits, problem-solving, and quality improvement initiatives. Drive proactive strategies and ensure product reliabil...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $276K *

Drive innovation in structural engineering by providing expert nacelle repair solutions, ensuring compliance with FAA/EASA standards. Lead cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and enhance process...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$156K - $183K *

Shape the future of electric transmission engineering by leading complex projects, influencing design standards, and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance system reliability for communities and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $245K *

Elevate the future of satellite security by leading Type-1 cryptographic designs. Own the architecture and integration across spacecraft and ground systems, ensuring robust protection of mission data...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $184K *

Architect innovative electrical systems for data center cooling solutions, driving design and development while collaborating across disciplines to enhance reliability and efficiency in global project...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$156K - $219K *

Elevate your career by driving hardware reliability for a cutting-edge satellite communications network. Collaborate across teams to ensure mission success and optimize design robustness for high-rate...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$144K - $201K *

Shape the future of space communications as a Reliability Engineer, ensuring mission-critical satellite hardware meets strict reliability metrics. Collaborate across disciplines to drive design improv...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Champion the development and lifecycle management of innovative drug-device combination products while leading cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and product performance excellence...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Principal Reliability Engineer do?question toggle

    A Principal Reliability Engineer leads technical work to improve the dependability, safety, availability, and performance of products or systems. Responsibilities may include risk analysis, failure investigation, reliability modeling, testing strategy, and cross-functional technical guidance.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for Principal Reliability Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for substantial engineering experience, expertise in reliability methods, and the ability to lead complex technical initiatives. Specific requirements vary by role and may include industry-specific standards, tools, or credentials.

  • Which industries hire Principal Reliability Engineers?question toggle

    Common employers operate in aerospace, energy, manufacturing, medical technology, telecommunications, and software or cloud services, among other sectors.

  • How can I find Principal Reliability Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Principal Reliability Engineer listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more and review opportunities suited to your experience.