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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$190K - $250K *

Pioneer a cutting-edge data modernization strategy, leading technical discovery and implementation on major cloud platforms while mentoring a skilled team. Drive high-impact projects to transform heal...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering compelling proposals, managing schedules, and leading collaborative efforts to create high-quality responses to Federal solicitations, ensuring compliance an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate and streamline DevSecOps processes, enhancing cybersecurity training environments by automating pipelines, managing containerization, and implementing cutting-edge tech...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading complex enterprise system transformations, guiding teams, and building strong client relationships to deliver high-quality BPMN process architectures for large-scale digita...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$148K - $193K *

Accelerate your career by managing transformative projects, leading teams, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure project success. Elevate operational efficiency and client satisfaction through...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$280K - $320K *

Optimize capture strategies and lead high-value government contract pursuits while driving strategic growth initiatives. Collaborate with senior stakeholders and build customer relationships to enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Elevate your career by managing and optimizing ECAD libraries, ensuring high-quality electronic design support through innovation, standardization, and process improvement. Collaborate cross-functiona...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Empower projects by providing expert engineering and consulting services across sectors. Lead field investigations, assessments, and analyses while ensuring quality, compliance, and client communicati...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $120K *

Grow your career by managing and analyzing project performance to ensure strategic objectives are met. Utilize best practices in program execution and Earned Value Management in this impactful role wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $195K *

Engineer innovative solutions in capital cost and project scheduling for power generation projects, ensuring effective delivery and support for diverse engineering teams across various renewable and t...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $166K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align business requirements and support successful program execution. Facilitate Agile processes and ensure quality deliverables through effective communicat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $170K *

Engage as a Technical Lead to design, modernize, and enhance federal software systems. Drive engineering excellence across the SDLC, mentor teams, and deliver secure, scalable applications in mission...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $145K *

Help us ensure top-level security and compliance on a sensitive U.S. Government construction site in Australia, monitoring activities and maintaining strict adherence to standards throughout the proje...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping and governing the ServiceNow CMDB strategy, ensuring data integrity and operational excellence while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance service mapping and...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $133K *

Advance cloud infrastructure support by collaborating in Agile teams, automating systems, managing incidents, and enhancing documentation to improve operational efficiency and reliability...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Transform customer experiences by leading imaging equipment installations. Manage projects from order to delivery, coordinating teams and ensuring high satisfaction while navigating multiple concurren...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$175K - $205K *

Transform the future of storage engineering by developing self-managing systems that scale autonomously. Your expertise will drive innovation in our infrastructure, ensuring robust performance for pet...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to provide exceptional technical support and leadership as the on-site representative in jet engine operations, enhancing fleet performance and customer satisfaction through proactive...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Empower our team by delivering technical excellence and support to customers in aircraft operations. Drive continuous improvement and problem-solving for optimal engine performance and customer satisf...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Transform cloud solutions by leading AWS development and administration efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, compliant, and scalable infrastructure. Drive innovation in c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $147K *

Champion the quality of in-flight connectivity services by supervising a team dedicated to maintenance and troubleshooting, driving operational excellence and collaboration with stakeholders to enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Champion the proposal strategy for high-stakes competitive opportunities, ensuring compliance and quality across all phases of development. Lead cross-functional teams to create winning proposals that...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $245K *

Take ownership of integrating security in CI/CD pipelines, ensuring secure cloud operations while empowering engineering teams at speed. Collaborate to fortify security architecture and manage vulnera...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $215K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge security tools and automation to protect our global, multi-cloud environment. Join a dynamic team where your software engineering expertise will drive missio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing project engineering deliverables from initiation to handover. Collaborate with diverse teams to solve problems, guide design decisions, and maintain strong client relation...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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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