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.
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.
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.
$117K - $226K *
Shape the future of space systems engineering by leading cross-functional teams in complex program phases from design to launch, ensuring mission compliance and integration through expert technical gu...
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$116K - $194K *
Manage engineering efforts in military systems for the acquisition and development of advanced weapon systems, focusing on FMS. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure mission requirements are met and...
3 weeks ago
$188K - $282K *
Transform engineering excellence by ensuring system integrity for complex programs. Lead technical strategies, drive risk management, and foster collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams to delive...
2 weeks ago
$188K - $282K *
Take ownership of the overall technical integrity and delivery of integrated engineering solutions across complex programs, ensuring compliance, quality, and collaboration with cross-functional teams...
2 weeks ago
Systems Engineering Lead Senior Staff (SkunkWorks) - Level 5
$128K - $226K *
Unlock innovation by leading high-performance teams in advanced aircraft systems development, ensuring program success through effective management of costs, schedules, and technical performances whil...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $140K *
Champion the design and execution of a cutting-edge Systems Integration Lab, overseeing installation, testing, and lifecycle management while ensuring compliance, stakeholder engagement, and cross-fun...
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$115K - $145K *
Take ownership of complex enterprise computing and network infrastructures, utilizing your Linux expertise to deliver critical engineering services for a key government customer. Collaborate in a fast...
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$120K - $150K *
Lead systems engineering efforts in advancing EO/IR system development. Ensure alignment of mission needs with robust architecture. Collaborate across teams to drive design, integration, and validatio...
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$120K - $150K *
Champion advanced security solutions by designing architectures and implementing countermeasures. Lead teams to deliver defense-in-depth strategies while ensuring compliance with U.S. Government guide...
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$120K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to spearhead innovative Electronic Warfare systems integration, testing, and development. Lead engineering efforts, manage cross-disciplinary collaboration, and engage with stakeho...
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$120K - $150K *
Join us to apply your systems engineering expertise across the full product lifecycle, innovating Electronic Warfare solutions that empower our warfighters and support mission success in a collaborati...
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$100K - $140K *
Innovate in a mission-critical environment by providing engineering support and solutions for MS Exchange and Windows infrastructures while collaborating with global users to troubleshoot and enhance...
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$120K - $150K *
Lead and enhance systems engineering efforts within defense technology, supervising a multidisciplinary team to develop innovative solutions for critical missions. Foster team growth while contributin...
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$120K - $150K *
Lead the charge in innovative Electronic Warfare systems engineering, managing a multidisciplinary team. Focus on system development, requirements management, and collaboration with customers to deliv...
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$120K - $150K *
Lead a team of engineers to deliver innovative space electronic solutions. Drive design to meet high precision and reliability standards while collaborating across disciplines in a dynamic, mission-dr...
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$100K - $130K *
Drive innovation in Electronic Warfare systems by collaborating with engineers on advanced technologies. As a senior contributor, you'll support all phases from design to delivery, ensuring cutting-ed...
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$120K - $150K *
Join a team that's driving digital transformation in systems engineering. You will shape and implement strategies that enhance modeling and simulation processes while providing technical leadership ac...
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Systems Engineer (RF Hardware)
$82K - $172K *
Champion the engineering landscape by providing critical support for RF systems and operations, delivering innovative solutions for complex challenges alongside a skilled team to ensure mission readin...
1 week ago
Program Chief Engineer - ESOC / EMU (Onsite)
$132K - $251K *
Inspire cutting-edge engineering solutions by guiding multidisciplinary teams and ensuring project execution meets critical requirements. Leverage your technical expertise to manage complex aerospace...
2 weeks ago
Program Chief Engineer - ESOC / EMU (Onsite)
$132K - $251K *
Lead cross-functional teams to ensure successful program execution; manage scope, budget, and schedule while interfacing with key stakeholders like NASA to meet demanding technical requirements and hi...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Elevate the effectiveness of critical space systems by analyzing missile warning, tracking, and defense capabilities, while developing test methodologies and tools to support operational readiness and...
3 weeks ago
Senior Marine Systems Engineer
$105K - $150K *
Transform the marine systems landscape by leading technical projects, mentoring teams, and applying your expertise in Marine Systems Engineering to innovate and enhance best practices in design and im...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Transform the future through innovative systems architecture for a cutting-edge satellite product. Lead architectural design and integration, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and enabling seaml...
2 days ago
$125K - $140K *
Join a dynamic team to provide Systems Engineering support for advanced military helicopter systems. Engage in the full lifecycle of acquisition processes, utilizing your expertise in acoustics, senso...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Join a team that's leading advanced systems engineering for mission-critical Army projects. This role combines technical leadership with collaboration across disciplines to enhance system performance...
6 days ago
What does a Chief Systems Engineer do?
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?
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?
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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