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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$104K - $166K *

Engage in cybersecurity design and implementation for a satellite ground system, ensuring secure operations throughout the system lifecycle while collaborating across multiple engineering and operatio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the technical direction of autonomy systems. As the senior-most influencer in Perception, Prediction, and Planning, you will shape innovations that drive real-world perform...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $180K *

Engineer a secure nuclear power environment by applying expertise in cyber security. Review digital asset assessments, support system installations, and implement necessary cyber controls to safeguard...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $250K *

Transform mission critical operations as a Senior Mechanical Advisor, managing commissioning services, conducting audits, and providing technical training and guidance to ensure operational efficiency...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$173K - $256K *

Join a team that's shaping next-generation space systems by serving as a senior technical authority. Lead system architecture definition and mentor engineers while driving solutions for national secur...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $200K *

Champion enterprise architecture initiatives by aligning technology strategies with business goals, leading complex project executions, and fostering trusted customer relationships to enhance organiza...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $199K *

Lead the charge in architectural governance and technical direction for a major application modernization initiative, ensuring legacy systems evolve to AWS cloud services while aligning with strategic...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in modernizing network infrastructure for critical defense operations, focusing on migrating legacy systems to high-availability architectures while managing complex network transition...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative automation solutions to enhance ERP applications and infrastructure support, while collaborating with a dynamic team and mentoring fellow engineers in a fu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$240K - $290K *

Join us to lead our infrastructure platform team, enabling rapid feature deployment and establishing SRE practices for operational excellence, driving engineering quality and team development in a col...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Tackle complex network challenges by designing, implementing, and automating advanced infrastructure solutions while collaborating with IT teams to optimize performance and security for business succe...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $170K *

Lead the charge in deploying and integrating automation systems for data centers, ensuring seamless BMS/EPMS and SCADA execution while maintaining performance standards across multiple sites and proje...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$185K - $275K *

Drive business growth by engaging with named accounts, navigating complex customer relationships, and leading strategic initiatives within the space and aerospace sectors. Your expertise will shape ne...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$137K - $244K *

Elevate production environments by serving as the key technical liaison for product teams. Optimize containerization processes and collaborate closely with platform teams to ensure seamless integratio...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$213K - $273K *

Lead the technical vision for scalable backend systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate product goals into executable strategies. Mentor engineers, drive architectural design, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's designing and implementing scalable enterprise solutions utilizing Oracle E-Business Suite on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. Ensure security compliance and enhance customer experience...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic engineering team. Drive technical excellence, enhance developer experience, and inspire a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement while deliverin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team supporting innovative space systems integration, overseeing engineering processes, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to deliver critical capabilities fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $350K *

Shape the future of mission-critical electrical design by managing projects from concept to completion, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and developing design standards while ensuring quali...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $195K *

Optimize enterprise IT architecture and modernization efforts by leading cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions that align with organizational objectives and governance standards...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving advancements in satellite communications for the Space Development Agency. Leverage your expertise to shape innovative solutions and tackle complex projects that enhance ope...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $170K *

Partner with us to lead test planning and execution for a critical biometric program. Oversee defect management and reporting while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $170K *

Champion enterprise technology vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals for CAPPS. Lead architectural initiatives, overseeing system modernization and cloud migrations while fosteri...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $158K *

Help us shape the reliability of cutting-edge AI services by defining SLOs, overseeing incident responses, and ensuring operational readiness. Leverage your expertise to establish monitoring systems t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Architect and lead the design of secure, resilient cloud environments and Zero Trust architectures within a federal healthcare setting, ensuring adherence to stringent security standards and moderniza...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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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