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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$95K - $100K *

Elevate quality standards by leading audits, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating across teams to ensure compliance and enhance production quality. Manage customer relationships and defin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Innovate electrical systems for mission-critical facilities, ensuring reliability and efficiency. Lead design processes, collaborate with teams, and mentor junior engineers while staying ahead of indu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$73K - $95K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by ensuring compliance with standards, conducting audits, and leading cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and efficiency while managing supplier rela...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $264K *

Lead data center construction projects, ensuring timely completion and quality standards. Oversee documentation, vendor management, and risk mitigation while collaborating across teams to achieve proj...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $240K *

Drive cross-domain visibility and coordination in a dynamic engineering environment. As the sole TPM, you'll ensure programs are on track, dependencies are mapped, and automation enhances efficiency a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $162K *

Unlock potential by leading system engineering efforts across diverse aerospace projects. Collaborate with teams to design, validate, and support radar altimeter systems, ensuring compliance and excel...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $162K *

Shape the future of radar systems as a Lead Systems Engineer, providing technical leadership, developing technology roadmaps, and engaging with customers to capture new opportunities while mentoring t...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$149K - $187K *

Engineer cutting-edge radar systems by providing technical leadership, developing technology roadmaps, and engaging with customers to capture new opportunities while mentoring future talent and foster...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Transform quality assurance in a pioneering nuclear energy company, ensuring compliance and safety while driving innovation and operational efficiency. Shape the future of quality systems with risk-in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$185K - $240K *

Innovate the electrical architecture of next-gen smart cable modules, driving design direction and engineering standards. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-reliability products for advanced...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$216K - $239K *

Transform the future of Earth observation by leading architectural initiatives for scalable IR data systems. Drive cross-team collaboration and optimize low-latency processing while mentoring engineer...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $185K *

Explore a dynamic role in mechanical engineering, focusing on undersea hardware design, problem-solving, and technical planning. Collaborate with a diverse team to deliver innovative solutions while m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $154K *

Contribute to innovative medical device development by leading verification and validation activities for software and system-level functionality, ensuring product quality and compliance throughout th...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining space engineering by owning the grounding and bonding architecture for a cutting-edge space station, ensuring safety and reliability across complex electrical systems and...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $176K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance and optimization for next-gen satellite communications by translating complex regulations and providing technical guidance across multidisciplinary teams, drivin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$132K - $251K *

Champion the future of avionics by leading product line execution, driving project success, and mentoring engineers. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure technical excellence and timely delivery o...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $163K *

Innovate and contribute to the design and testing of undersea hardware. Collaborate with a diverse team to solve complex engineering challenges while managing technical, schedule, and cost constraints...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $245K *

Drive innovation in power distribution systems, leading product development from concept to production. Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate cutting-edge technologies and ensure safety stan...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead high-complexity dynamics testing programs, optimize lab operations, mentor junior engineers, and ensure alignment with strategic revenue goals through cross-functional collaboration and technical...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in electrical engineering design across diverse industrial projects. Oversee project management while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on solutions in renewable energy, oil ...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

Shape the future of electrical engineering by leading innovative projects across various industries, including renewable energy and heavy manufacturing. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and ma...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $185K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing system safety through rigorous analysis and compliance with industry standards. Lead initiatives in safety engineering, ensuring risks are managed effectively...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $178K *

Lead agile software development as a Technical Leader, aligning IT strategy with business goals. Drive data governance, enhance system performance, and mentor teams while delivering high-quality softw...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $204K *

Lead and mentor a team of engineers in environmental testing, ensuring quality and efficiency in product development. Oversee complex testing processes, manage resources, and collaborate with internal...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Innovate within a dynamic team to drive agile product development and commercialization in the Food & Beverage sector, ensuring timely delivery of impactful solutions through collaboration and strateg...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.