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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$100K - $300K *

Join a team that's embedding security into every software development phase, enhancing product safety and reliability while directly influencing our technology offerings. You'll collaborate with engin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to lead international aviation safety initiatives, managing complex investigations and representing U.S. interests globally while influencing aviation protocols and policies at the hig...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $145K *

Support the engineering and maintenance of production system solutions, tackle complex technical architectures, and enhance automation through scripting for thousands of servers and virtual machines i...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $240K *

Empower customers by optimizing their data security experience, driving satisfaction and adoption of our platform. Be a trusted advisor and a key player in customer success, proactively addressing cha...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Deliver innovative IT solutions by collaborating with diverse teams to optimize technical requirements and drive seamless implementation across platforms, ensuring performance, security, and reliabili...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $144K *

Optimize the commissioning process of critical facilities, managing all phases from planning to execution. Lead project teams in testing and validating complex systems, ensuring compliance and fosteri...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $156K *

Champion project success by leading comprehensive program delivery and ensuring high-quality outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to align resources and strategies, driving strong customer engageme...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence through application support for enterprise middleware, focusing on integration services, troubleshooting, and modernization using cutting-edge technologies. Engage in 24x7...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Innovate and lead digital systems integration for life sciences, focusing on MES and operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize client-facing solutions and drive project succes...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex IT projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring successful execution of engineering initiatives. Deliver results with outstanding communication and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to design, implement, and test Electronic Security Systems (ESS) for U.S. government missions. Engage in diverse tasks from site surveys to installations while ensuring compliance...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career as you design, develop, and enhance flight software for cutting-edge satellite systems in a collaborative and agile environment, contributing significantly to experimental missi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $195K *

Drive secure and automated networking solutions for private cloud initiatives, collaborating with international teams to enhance enterprise capabilities and support critical missions while ensuring co...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Unlock your potential as a senior cybersecurity engineer, enhancing governance and risk management for free and open source software, ensuring compliance and security while collaborating across discip...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in providing technical engineering support for AEGIS Combat System functionalities. Collaborate with the Navy Surface Warfare Center team to enhance operational readiness through criti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by designing and developing virtual commissioning models for automated production, collaborating with engineering teams to ensure seamless integration and efficiency in manufacturing...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $297K *

Shape the future of defense initiatives by leading capture strategies and enhancing customer relationships for major national security opportunities, ensuring successful proposal development from star...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Champion software quality assurance across public sector IT projects by developing strategies, executing tests, and enhancing processes to ensure compliance and continuous improvement in a collaborati...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential as you support a dynamic project team in Human Spaceflight. Collaborate with technical leads to develop and maintain detailed schedules, ensure project timelines, and guide effec...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $230K *

Empower your engineering team by managing roadmap execution, optimizing agile processes, and fostering collaboration. Use your SaaS expertise to lead diverse teams in delivering high-quality data-driv...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Innovate scalable GTM systems by designing workflows and automations. Collaborate with sales and partnerships to optimize data integration, enhancing revenue execution through advanced technologies an...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $151K *

Transform your career by leading the deployment and optimization of cloud solutions, enhancing operational reliability, driving security compliance, and guiding teams in adopting best DevOps practices...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $91K *

Join a team that’s integral to onsite installation and configuration of cutting-edge Dell and VMware solutions, traveling across the US and occasionally overseas, while contributing to mission-critica...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $195K *

Optimize security and compliance of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, leading governance and incident response, enhancing enterprise endpoint protection, and ensuring alignment with federal standards for a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

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

$125K - $150K *

Engineer innovative IT infrastructure solutions spanning on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments. Mentor junior engineers while leading critical modernization initiatives to enhance platform reliabili...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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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