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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$180K - $229K *

Support successful contract management by optimizing performance, resolving issues, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate cross-functionally and engage with government counterparts to...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Collaborate with project teams to develop, enhance, and deliver high-quality models and documentation. Grow your expertise in BIM and coordination across various disciplines with increasing independen...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $155K *

Advance client relationships by leading technical discussions and driving portfolio growth. Support global customers in deploying impactful solutions in electronics manufacturing and technology sector...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by designing and optimizing cutting-edge distributed training systems for large neural networks, ensuring efficiency and reliability across advanced GPU clusters and paving the w...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$146K - $234K *

Advance your career by leading strategic initiatives and managing product lines aligned with mission objectives in a Federal agency. Foster collaboration across teams to drive innovation and ensure re...

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Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Champion project success by managing structural steel orders, ensuring customer satisfaction, and collaborating across teams to meet production targets and profitability in a dynamic, fully remote rol...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$122K - $153K *

Join a team that's redefining AI-assisted development. As a Lead Developer, you will architect and implement cutting-edge applications, drive technical standards, and mentor a talented group to elevat...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $87K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative technical solutions in the Investment Casting industry. Play a key role in customer service, troubleshooting, and hands-on equipment support while...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $177K *

Lead the charge in software development across a cross-functional team while ensuring quality and technical excellence. Balance hands-on coding with team leadership to deliver high-value applications...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$197K - $246K *

Grow your career with the opportunity to lead Tailscale's vital dataplane platform, driving innovation in customer traffic management, ensuring seamless connectivity, reliability, and performance acro...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $273K *

Pioneer the next wave of enterprise AI transformation by leading full-stack engineering teams to create innovative software solutions, integrating advanced language models, and delivering tangible bus...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $216K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cloud technology by leading migrations and modernizations of mission-critical applications across AWS and Google Cloud platforms while ensuring compliance and o...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Provide critical engineering analyses to ensure safety and compliance. Conduct safety assessments and document findings to drive technical improvement. Collaborate with stakeholders in customer meetin...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $163K *

Elevate the AWS partnership by building co-sell, co-market, and co-build initiatives, driving joint revenue and solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to foster growth and operationalize strategic...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us drive secure identity solutions through engineering, automation, and integration of ICAM services. You'll enhance enterprise security and support Zero Trust initiatives while collaborating acr...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to conduct comprehensive security assessments and ensure compliance with Navy IT systems. Leverage your expertise to enhance information assurance and risk management, contributing to th...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as a Solution Architect, providing technical leadership and customer engagement while designing innovative ServiceNow OTM solutions that drive business success. Collaborate acros...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $300K *

Serve as a strategic leader in the Maritime sector, overseeing financial performance and program execution, while driving growth and customer satisfaction. Lead high-performing teams and ensure alignm...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$169K - $214K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of technology by driving innovative full-stack solutions, ensuring their reliability and performance, and collaborating across teams from inception to successful d...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Optimize cloud security infrastructure and enhance detection capabilities while investigating and responding to alerts. Contribute to building internal tools to elevate security measures, your experti...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $199K *

Join us in leading IT infrastructure and support operations, enhancing automation, security, and productivity. Manage a skilled team while driving effective solutions across identity management, endpo...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $125K *

Collaborate with Program Management Teams to optimize project financial management, ensuring accurate budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking while supporting compliance with contractual obligations...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $163K *

Reimagine cybersecurity by analyzing threats, advising clients, and enhancing security controls. Collaborate to shape effective risk management solutions across various domains, directly impacting cus...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of APIs and integration solutions for diverse systems, ensuring robust performance and security while collaborating with stakeholders to translat...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $155K *

Empower our renewable energy initiatives by leading electrical engineering projects, providing expertise in system studies and substation design to deliver innovative solutions while mentoring junior...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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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