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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$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

3 weeks ago

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

$117K - $176K *

Elevate your career by managing critical supply chain strategies and supplier performance, ensuring timely delivery, and supporting U.S. Government contracts. Take charge of project management and int...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Lead the charge in managing configuration processes for MODES III systems, ensuring proper documentation and compliance. Utilize your expertise to support military family policies in this critical, re...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $174K *

Empower a diverse engineering team to create extraordinary customer experiences through innovative, high-performance software solutions, while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous impro...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion the execution of airplane certification for the Boeing 777X, collaborating across functions to ensure compliance with rigorous regulations while authoring pivotal certification documents and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

The Field Engineer will contribute to the telecommunications infrastructure supporting government and military operations, focusing on network router installation efforts. Responsibilities include dev...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$177K - $266K *

Drive success as you lead a remote team of Systems Engineers to enhance technical sales and partner engagement across the Southwest Mountain region, ensuring strong product adoption in a rapidly evolv...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by joining a dedicated team focused on quality assurance and mission success in aerospace. This role directly supports key defense programs, driving excellence and collaboration acros...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $270K *

Elevate our astronautics capabilities by leading orbit determination development, implementing advanced algorithms, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on mission analysis and technical exc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$192K - $213K *

Advance military communication technology as a Senior RF Systems Architect Engineer, leading cross-functional teams to develop tactical radios and GPS solutions tailored for the US Armed Forces, ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Drive your career by leading strategic engineering initiatives that enhance operational excellence, improve performance metrics, and foster cross-functional collaboration to achieve impactful outcomes...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$116K - $194K *

Empower naval aviation systems integration by coordinating Future Carrier program designs, integrating requirements, and supporting key functional areas for military aircraft operations and logistics...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of advanced control systems for power generation solutions while collaborating with clients and engineering teams globally. Drive innovation i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $250K *

Shape the future of technology by leading architecture design for robust applications and data platforms utilizing .NET, React, and Python. Guide teams while ensuring secure and scalable solutions acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $158K *

Elevate customer success by solving complex system challenges and mentoring service engineers. Act as a technical expert in building automation, ensuring top-tier maintenance and enhancements while dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$118K - $180K *

Lead critical initiatives in nuclear component qualification engineering, collaborating across disciplines to influence design and ensure safety standards for new facilities and upgrades, while mentor...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Drive your career forward with a dynamic role focused on advanced incident response, threat detection, and cybersecurity. Collaborate in a remote setting to enhance enterprise security and improve ope...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Develop optimized software solutions that bridge hardware and deep learning, enhancing performance for AI workloads. Collaborate with top engineers to advance kernel libraries, ensuring maximum effici...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $225K *

Lead mission critical operations and provide commissioning oversight for data center projects, ensuring efficiency and quality standards are met while mentoring teams and fostering internal expertise...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $125K *

Join a team that drives innovative solutions for complex hardware systems, overseeing the entire development lifecycle while meeting stringent defense requirements and collaborating with cross-functio...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving technical innovation through scalable, secure software solutions. As a senior leader, you'll architect, develop, and mentor while leveraging modern technologies and best pra...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $258K *

Lead the charge in systems engineering for embedded AV/ADAS platforms. Define requirements, optimize resource allocation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Transform the architectural landscape of large-scale, mission-critical data centers by leading multi-disciplinary teams through all design phases. Ensure projects meet high standards of quality, effic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$164K - $276K *

Unlock your potential as a Mission Architect, guiding OPIR systems design and integration across diverse programs while leading modeling efforts to ensure mission success and performance validation...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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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