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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.

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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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$107K - $204K *

Drive systems integration and testing for X-Band Radars, overseeing requirements verification and collaboration across teams, enhancing capabilities, and ensuring successful project execution through...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on sustaining mission-critical systems through hands-on systems engineering. Leverage technical skills in administration, troubleshooting, and deployment to ensure operation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in the operational sustainment and technical support of mission-critical systems, independently executing system administration tasks and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Join a dynamic team as a Principal Systems Engineer, supporting X-Band radar systems through requirements verification and systems integration. Collaborate with engineers and customers to enhance capa...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing Reliability Sciences through technical supervision and innovation. Oversee engineering teams focused on reliability, maintainability, and safety solutions, ensuring high-q...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a talented team of engineers to enhance aerospace technologies through reliability, maintainability, and system health engineering. Drive innovation and ensure optimal performance across cutting...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Drive technical leadership in cloud solutions, overseeing integration and operation of complex environments while ensuring adherence to DoD policies. Leverage strategic design to optimize client infra...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $235K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing satellite ground systems by integrating cutting-edge technologies and fostering collaboration across government and contractor teams to ensure mission readiness and...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Shape the future of defense acquisition management by providing expert analysis and technical guidance on DoD systems. Collaborate with program teams to enhance effectiveness and efficiency within ent...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Contribute to the development and sustainment of advanced defense systems, focusing on system design, integration, and data analysis to evaluate Combat System performance, ensuring success within miss...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovative systems engineering solutions. Collaborate across multiple organizations to enhance agile practices and ensure robust project execution while managing diverse sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing program execution, ensuring resource alignment, and overseeing technical deliverables. Bring your expertise to deliver value, enhance efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Invent impactful secure access solutions by driving PKI architecture and implementation efforts. Collaborate with teams to analyze requirements, document priorities, and advocate for automation—all wh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by driving innovative PKI solutions while collaborating with teams to enhance secure access systems. Enjoy a flexible environment where your contributions will strengthen nationa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$195K - $205K *

Join us to provide expert cybersecurity engineering support for classified DoD networks, ensuring system integrity and compliance with government standards while leading strategic initiatives to mitig...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Drive your career forward as a leader in systems engineering, guiding multi-disciplined teams while ensuring technical integrity and alignment across production efforts for advanced missile systems. E...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $98K *

Unlock potential by leading system-level activities in satellite missions, focusing on design, integration, and verification across cutting-edge earth observation programs, while collaborating with a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $119K *

Contribute to cutting-edge Model-Based Systems Engineering within a dynamic team, leading efforts in capability definition and integration for military support equipment. Elevate your expertise in sys...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Support military aircraft avionics integration and navigation systems while contributing to mission planning software and technical compliance for Army aviation programs. Collaborate across teams, ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $266K *

Transform your career by leading the design and integration of advanced satellite systems. Drive technical solutions, oversee compliance, and ensure mission success in a fast-paced, collaborative envi...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Drive the architectural vision and governance for a critical AI initiative, ensuring system integrity and seamless integration across diverse environments in a fast-paced Agile setting, while mentorin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Shape the architectural vision and design governance for a key defense initiative, ensuring seamless integration and execution across Agile teams in multiple secure environments. Drive innovation and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $192K *

Transform the FBM Electrical Ground Support Equipment team by leading systems engineering initiatives, enhancing project execution, and driving process improvements while collaborating with cross-func...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming manufacturing processes by analyzing production efficiencies, defining best practices, and contributing to operational success. Utilize your engineering expertise to dr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Innovate within a dynamic environment to spearhead Agile development and release management efforts that enhance system integration and meet strategic mission goals across a collaborative Intelligence...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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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