Senior Principal Reliability Engineer (Remote - US)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Principal Reliability Engineer in United States.

In this role, you’ll take the lead in ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of complex aerospace systems. You’ll work on advanced reliability and safety assessments, guide design optimization, and drive the development of cutting-edge cargo systems. Acting as a technical authority, you’ll mentor engineering teams, collaborate across disciplines, and influence system design decisions that shape the future of reliable aviation technology. This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced professional who thrives in innovation, precision, and collaboration.

Accountabilities:

• Conduct reliability and safety analyses including System Safety Assessments, Fault Tree Analyses, and Failure Mode and Effects Analyses.
• Review and optimize system designs to meet certification requirements and ensure compliance with reliability standards.
• Develop and maintain Reliability Program Plans, perform predictions to establish MTBF estimates, and analyze component failure rates.
• Support or lead reliability testing activities (HALT, RET), including test planning, execution, and failure reviews.
• Define and manage safety and reliability design requirements based on customer specifications and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, trend reliability metrics, and deliver actionable insights.
• Lead process improvements to enhance the efficiency and quality of reliability engineering practices.
• Provide technical direction across product development phases and represent reliability engineering in internal and external reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong expertise in reliability predictions, RM&S engineering, and system safety assessments.
• In-depth knowledge of standards such as SAE ARP4754, ARP4761, and MIL-STD-882E.
• Proficiency with reliability tools and methodologies (FMEA, FMECA, FTA, RCA).
• Ability to lead technical teams and manage multiple complex projects.
• Skilled in data analysis, reliability modeling, and test management.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities for technical and cross-functional audiences.
• Preferred: experience with CAFTA or similar software, scripting for data analysis, and leadership of international teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $124,000 – $250,000 USD, based on experience and location.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions and additional employer retirement benefits.
• Three weeks of vacation for new hires, plus paid holidays and parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment programs.
• Life, disability, and supplemental insurance options.
• Wellness rewards, virtual healthcare access, and family care support programs.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a global, innovation-driven environment.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or assessments) are handled by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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