Welcome to Chief Systems Engineer Jobs

Your hub for the best Chief Systems Engineer positions that are currently open. Have a direct impact on systems engineering strategies at the executive level.

What Is a Chief Systems Engineer?

A Chief Systems Engineer is responsible for overseeing all system related engineering activities in an organization. They work closely with multiple teams to ensure coordination and integration of systems and hardware, and ensure system efficiency and functionality.

Executive-level Engineering

Climb the career ladder in systems engineering and make a real difference at the executive level. Lead the charge in system design and functionality, and earn $100000 or more.

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$125K - $150K *

Elevate network performance and lead cutting-edge VoIP solutions. As a Principal Network Engineer, you'll optimize complex systems and tackle advanced security challenges while guiding technical initi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $180K *

Join a dedicated team of experts shaping U.S. economic security policy. Leverage your analytical skills to navigate export controls, engage with interagency partners, and drive innovation in technolog...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $228K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing intelligent agentic workflows to enhance business processes, partnering with stakeholders to create practical automation solutions that drive productivity...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in systems engineering, managing a hybrid environment that supports high-throughput networking and large-scale storage solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to optimize infrastruc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Empower teams by leading delivery operations across key regions, driving performance, strategy execution, and customer satisfaction while fostering growth and service excellence in a dynamic environme...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $111K *

Innovate alongside a dedicated team as a Component Engineer Support Specialist. You'll support critical systems with your expertise in electronic components and hardware, ensuring compliance and optim...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $127K *

Advocate for cloud innovation, optimizing client onboarding and IT deployment. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure effective solution implementation across Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Linux environ...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$206K - $224K *

Engineer innovative software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive development on product features using Java and agile methodologies to enhance application performance and usa...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $300K *

Engage with us to secure our internal systems and corporate tools. You will harden endpoints and standardize security measures, enabling our growth while ensuring protection through automation and eff...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $140K *

Manage the implementation and administration of Data Loss Prevention solutions across networks and cloud platforms, ensuring effectiveness in enterprise data protection and compliance. Collaborate wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $138K *

Shape the future of aviation by applying advanced structural engineering to ensure the integrity and airworthiness of Army aircraft. Collaborate with teams to analyze designs, conduct testing, and dev...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $210K *

Shape the future of cloud capabilities by leading enterprise testing initiatives to validate core services in a secure NATO environment, driving technical strategy and ensuring quality solutions throu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $180K *

Empower the future of nuclear energy by ensuring cyber security compliance and performing technical assessments for digital systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance safety and operationa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$146K - $234K *

Unlock your potential as you support strategic growth and operational excellence in healthcare supply chain management, driving client satisfaction while collaborating with business development and op...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock operational excellence by delivering premium IT managed services, optimizing complex infrastructures, and providing technical leadership. Collaborate closely with a dynamic team to enhance perf...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $155K *

Elevate your career by bridging customer needs with technical solutions. In this pivotal role, you'll ensure seamless integration and collaboration across sales, engineering, and support, driving cust...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$119K - $198K *

Inspire high-quality software development by designing, implementing, and guiding solutions for diverse stakeholders while leading junior team members in an agile environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as a Network Engineer, responsible for ensuring network security, availability, and performance. Leverage your expertise to tackle critical projects and optimize technologies in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Analyze power systems and conduct IBR Dynamic Modeling studies to ensure compliance with NERC reliability standards. Utilize advanced software tools to deliver impactful reports and assessments while...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of energy by leading cutting-edge transmission planning projects. Collaborate with senior leaders, mentor engineers, and ensure project excellence, all while enhancing the power grid...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in securing client environments by implementing and maintaining robust cloud security infrastructure, ensuring the integrity of systems and responsiveness to threats while collaboratin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive the evolution of enterprise-grade virtual workspace solutions. Lead design, engineering, and optimization across cloud platforms, ensuring security, scalability, and operational efficiency while...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$139K - $150K *

Discover a pivotal role in electronic design for undersea systems, leading the development of printed wiring boards by leveraging advanced Cadence tools and collaborating with cross-functional teams t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $187K *

Accelerate progress at a senior-level Software Engineer role where you'll enhance mission-focused software, collaborate with diverse teams, and transform complex data while ensuring operational awaren...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Contribute to the success of a high-stakes government program by owning execution and alignment across stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery of commitments and fostering growth in a dynamic environme...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Chief Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    A Chief Systems Engineer oversees all systems related engineering activities within a company. They are responsible for managing system requirements, architecture, interfaces, and ensuring system efficiency and functionality.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Chief Systems Engineer?question toggle

    You typically need a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or a similar field, along with extensive experience in systems engineering. Proven managerial or supervisory experience is also crucial.

  • What kind of experience do I need to be a Chief Systems Engineer?question toggle

    Most Chief Systems Engineer positions require at least 10-15 years of experience in systems engineering or related fields, and proven success in managing large-scale projects.

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