RCM(Reliability Centered Maintenance)analysis is currently the primary method used for high-end equipment scheduled maintenance requirement development, as it can effectively improve the maintenance cost competitiveness while maintaining the inherent safety and service reliability. Based on the operation and maintenance characteristics of domestic railway industry product, e.g. high-speed train, this article generally introduces the applicable RCM analysis method developed in accordance with the related international standards and interprets the advantages through comparing the analysis results with current scheduled maintenance program.