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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$134K - $202K *

Lead the charge in driving enterprise technology initiatives, managing project delivery from planning to implementation while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure on-time and on-scope success. Br...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance quality assurance efforts on construction sites, ensuring compliance with standards and preventing defects. Oversee inspections, lead QA/QC teams, and coordinate with stakeholders to deliver q...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $175K *

Innovate digital solutions by leading financial ERP transitions, enhancing business processes, and mentoring a team of specialists. Drive technology modernization and improvements for effective produc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $251K *

Champion new business development for cutting-edge guided weapons systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and capture strategic growth opportunities while engaging with key stakeh...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $190K *

Join a team that's building secure, high-performance web applications, tools, and AI workflows for aerospace and defense. Collaborate across the stack to deliver innovative solutions that meet custome...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovative mechanical designs for rail vehicles, focusing on structures, finishes, and components to enhance performance and safety. Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to meet industry...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$206K - $257K *

Pioneer significant advancements in software development as you mentor engineers and lead cross-functional teams, driving product success while fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$276K - $344K *

Empower your career by leading and mentoring a dynamic team of software engineers, driving impactful projects while fostering growth, collaboration, and innovation in a fully remote setting for an ear...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$57K - $108K *

Unlock potential by joining a team dedicated to optimizing semiconductor manufacturing systems through expert field service support, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of advanced electrom...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $180K *

Tackle the systems engineering lifecycle, defining and integrating ADAS features, teleoperation systems, and EV architectures, ensuring safety and validation for advanced military and civilian vehicle...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $175K *

Architect secure, scalable cloud solutions on Google Cloud Platform for federal workloads. Leverage expertise in compliance, DevSecOps, Kubernetes, and Infrastructure as Code to innovate enterprise en...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Partner with us to drive financial excellence through advanced analysis, reporting, and forecasting that supports effective cost management and strategic decision-making across program lifecycle and o...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of cloud solutions by leading the design and delivery of IaaS and hybrid cloud environments. Drive modernization initiatives, mentor talented engineers, and collaborate with clients t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive security innovation by architecting advanced defenses for a cloud-based platform. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to embed security into processes, ensuring robust safety measures whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Unlock potential by designing and automating secure cloud infrastructure while ensuring scalability and reliability through CI/CD processes and integrated development workflows in a hands-on engineeri...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $195K *

Transform the security landscape by leading the design and implementation of enterprise network security solutions for a private cloud environment, collaborating with international teams to enhance re...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $237K *

Shape the future of enterprise networks by designing secure, high-performing, and resilient infrastructure across multi-cloud and hybrid environments for mission-critical operations to ensure reliabil...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Transform your expertise to architect and manage enterprise-scale data pipelines, enhancing public health analytics through innovative data platforms while ensuring optimal performance and quality...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $248K *

Shape the future of technology strategy and architecture, guiding cloud governance and security across enterprise systems while driving innovation and efficiency in a collaborative environment with ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that designs and implements unified identity and access governance models across cloud environments, enhancing security and operational efficiency for our client's NetOps initiatives...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $195K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of secure cloud-based data protection solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure reliable enterprise backup and disaster recovery for...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic cloud network provider by driving customer onboarding and service delivery. Leverage your expertise in network configurations, fostering exceptional customer experienc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$75K - $158K *

Support end-to-end release management, ensuring effective deployment and coordination across environments. Engage with cross-functional teams to facilitate successful integration, enhance processes, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $190K *

Champion the transformation of our IT security landscape, ensuring robust operations and innovative technology solutions that empower teams, manage risk effectively, and enhance employee experience in...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $240K *

Transform government's communication landscape by leading the strategic growth of a pioneering business unit specializing in innovative 5G and satellite technologies, ensuring mission success through...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 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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