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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$100K - $120K *

Empower quality through engineering excellence and automation. Drive innovation by integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines, collaborating with teams to elevate software standards and preven...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you lead the design and production of complex electromechanical systems, impacting healthcare automation and patient outcomes through precision engineering and scalable...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $193K *

Empower secure cloud operations by serving as the key liaison between DoD security officials and industry partners, ensuring compliance and effective onboarding for classified cloud environments...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $124K *

Engineer quality excellence in digital manufacturing! Lead investigations, implement improvements, and collaborate across teams to enhance product performance and operational standards in a fast-paced...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $263K *

Transform RF systems for advanced launch vehicles by leading architecture design, conducting analyses, and mentoring engineers. Drive end-to-end link budgets and ensure robust performance across all f...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $161K *

Drive innovation in aerospace by leading component selection and qualification efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development and ensure compliance with industry stand...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join our team to ensure software and instruments work seamlessly together. You'll lead testing from integration to release, collaborate with developers, and drive automation efforts, all while contrib...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$147K - $196K *

Unlock potential by leading testing initiatives for cutting-edge defense hardware. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance automation, optimize processes, and ensure the highest quality sta...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Drive innovation by leading hardware design for secure communication systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance solutions, oversee development lifecycles, and mentor...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $163K *

Join a team that's transforming thermal management solutions for mission-critical electronics. Lead advanced designs, mentor engineers, and collaborate across sectors to optimize performance in airbor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $165K *

Lead the charge in defining and delivering robust verification for next-gen connectivity silicon, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, reliable products that support AI in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$240K - $420K *

Champion the development of cloud-native infrastructure for AI-driven solutions, leading architectural strategy and hands-on implementation across teams to enhance scalability and performance in missi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead thermal system design and validation for cutting-edge electronic systems. Oversee technical decisions and mentor junior engineers across product lifecycles, ensuring performance and compliance. D...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Elevate our infrastructure by ensuring reliability and scalability while managing incident responses and on-call rotations. Collaborate with engineering teams to meet their needs and drive improvement...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Execute comprehensive test and evaluation strategies to assess system performance and operational effectiveness, ensuring alignment with acquisition plans and government standards. Collaborate across...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by leading the calibration, installation, and maintenance of protective relay systems. Ensure the reliability of the electric grid while mentoring junior engineers and managing pro...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K *

Lead the development and integration of complex electromechanical medical devices, driving system architecture and collaboration across engineering disciplines to deliver innovative products that enha...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $147K *

Optimize hardware security by assessing threats and vulnerabilities. Collaborate with teams to enhance program protection and supply chain security for critical defense systems. Drive effective commun...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $144K *

Elevate your career by independently designing and executing tests for radar systems, leading technical projects, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating across teams to enhance product performa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $180K *

Shape the future of clean energy by leading mechanical engineering projects for nuclear plant modifications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, efficient operations while managin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$118K - $180K *

Take ownership of mechanical engineering projects for nuclear plant modifications, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and ensuring technical excellence while managing scope, budget, and schedule to...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a leading team in nuclear power systems design, focusing on modifications, engineering analyses, and vendor evaluations. Collaborate with clients and lead projects while enjoying...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and evaluation of nuclear power plant systems, ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Collaborate with teams to develop modifications, technical specifications, and cost esti...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$118K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer, leading nuclear plant modifications and engineering projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage project scope, and ensure te...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$118K - $180K *

Lead mechanical engineering efforts for nuclear plant modifications, coordinating multidisciplinary activities and ensuring project execution aligns with technical and safety standards. Collaborate wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.