What are the main factors that influence an Intermediate Reliability Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Intermediate Reliability Engineer?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Intermediate Reliability Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Intermediate Reliability Engineer's salary?

An Intermediate Reliability Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Entry Reliability Engineer (0-2 years)earns $86,407, a Intermediate Reliability Engineer (2-4 years)earns $103,336, a Failure Analysis Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $124,604, a Failure Analysis Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $151,709, an Expert/Consultant Reliability Engineer (7-10 years)earns $179,002,

What are the highest paying states for an Intermediate Reliability Engineer?

Intermediate Reliability Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Intermediate Reliability Engineer roles are District of Columbia $103,340, California $102,950, Massachusetts $101,580. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Intermediate Reliability Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Intermediate Reliability Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Reliability Engineer: $161,680; Staff Reliability Engineer: $145,855; Specialist Reliability Engineer: $137,033; Maintenance Reliability Engineer: $113,112; Senior Reliability Engineer: $112,553.

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Intermediate Reliability Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Intermediate Reliability Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Intermediate Reliability Engineer in District of Columbia is $103,340 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

However, an Intermediate Reliability Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $115,681
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,750 to $109,800
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $88,840

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Intermediate Reliability Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,800	$9,150	$2,112	$53
Average	$103,340	$8,612	$1,987	$50
25th Percentile	$95,750	$7,979	$1,841	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Intermediate Reliability Engineer Salaries

An Intermediate Reliability Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Intermediate Reliability Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Intermediate Reliability Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry Reliability Engineer (0-2 years): $86,407
Intermediate Reliability Engineer (2-4 years): $103,336
Failure Analysis Engineer III (4-7 years): $124,604
Failure Analysis Engineer IV (7+ years): $151,709
Expert/Consultant Reliability Engineer (7-10 years): $179,002

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Reliability Engineer	0-2 years	$86,407
Intermediate Reliability Engineer	2-4 years	$103,336
Failure Analysis Engineer III	4-7 years	$124,604
Failure Analysis Engineer IV	7+ years	$151,709
Expert/Consultant Reliability Engineer	7-10 years	$179,002

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How Do Intermediate Reliability Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Intermediate Reliability Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $103,340.
California: $102,950.
Massachusetts: $101,580.

District of Columbia $103,340 California $102,950 Massachusetts $101,580 Washington $101,200 New Jersey $101,170 Alaska $101,040 Connecticut $99,750 New York $99,230

Hawaii $97,550 Rhode Island $96,770 Maryland $96,240 Minnesota $95,510 Colorado $95,230 Illinois $95,140 Oregon $94,780 Delaware $94,520

New Hampshire $94,360 Virginia $93,990 Pennsylvania $92,920 Nevada $92,370 North Dakota $92,200 Michigan $91,920 Wisconsin $91,810 Vermont $91,610

Texas $91,040 Maine $91,000 Arizona $90,950 Ohio $90,880 Georgia $90,020 Indiana $89,590 Wyoming $89,510 Utah $89,380

Iowa $89,320 Kansas $88,870 Louisiana $88,740 North Carolina $88,700 Missouri $88,680 Florida $88,310 Montana $88,120 Nebraska $87,930

Kentucky $87,830 South Carolina $87,460 Tennessee $87,220 Idaho $87,130 New Mexico $86,450 Oklahoma $86,300 Alabama $85,750 South Dakota $84,820

Arkansas $84,320 West Virginia $84,050 Mississippi $83,240

Top Paying Cities for Intermediate Reliability Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $102,780
Washington: $102,780
Naval Anacost Annex: $102,780

Parcel Return Service, DC $102,780 Washington, DC $102,780 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $102,780 Washington Navy Yard, DC $102,780

Intermediate Reliability Engineer Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Intermediate Reliability Engineer salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $115,585. While startup companies pay approximate $97,750.

Intermediate Reliability Engineer Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$97,750
Growth Stage	51~500	$103,386
Established	501~5000	$111,619
Enterprise	5000+	$115,585

Intermediate Reliability Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Intermediate Reliability Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Intermediate Reliability Engineer positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Intermediate Reliability Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Intermediate Reliability Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$113,674	$55.0	10%
Biotechnology	$113,674	$55.0	10%
Chemicals	$113,674	$55.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$113,674	$55.0	10%
Financial Services	$113,674	$55.0	10%

Intermediate Reliability Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Intermediate Reliability Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$95,750

Average $103,340/year

$109,800

$7,979

Average $8,612/month

$9,150

$1,841

Average $1,987/week

$2,112

$46

Average $50/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,800	$9,150	$2,112	$53
Average	$103,340	$8,612	$1,987	$50
25th Percentile	$95,750	$7,979	$1,841	$46

Intermediate Reliability Engineer Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Intermediate Reliability Engineer, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Failure Analysis Engineer III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $124,700 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.

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