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.
MBSE Systems Engineer II - Air Traffic Systems (Onsite)
$68K - $131K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of Air Traffic Control by engineering innovative systems. Utilize your expertise to assess system requirements, manage documentation, and integrate solutions that...
Yesterday
Systems Test Engineer - Senior
$104K - $166K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of air traffic management by ensuring advanced aviation technologies perform flawlessly before live deployment, enhancing safety and reliability for millions of t...
2 weeks ago
Lead Hardware Subsystems Engineer
$146K - $197K *
Join a dynamic team to develop and validate complex electronic systems, ensuring top-notch integration and compliance. Lead innovative projects that enhance satellite and avionics technology while col...
1 week ago
$80K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing innovative Systems Engineering solutions. Oversee technical support for strategic systems, ensuring robust and compliant network solutions that meet mission o...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Engineer groundbreaking space exploration initiatives by integrating and analyzing Orion spacecraft mission planning. Collaborate across teams to ensure optimal vehicle performance and execute strateg...
3 weeks ago
Associate Spacecraft Operations Systems Engineer
$68K - $93K *
Advance your career by ensuring the integrity of spacecraft operations systems. Engage in monitoring, analyzing data, and coordinating high-quality operational products for mission success. Requires c...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Systems Engineer, Computer Hardware
$100K - $130K *
Join a team that's leading complex systems engineering for cutting-edge airborne platforms. You'll provide technical leadership, design solutions, and guide engineering operations to enhance military...
4 weeks ago
$75K - $95K *
Elevate your career by driving technical solutions, managing deployments, and enhancing support processes while collaborating closely with teams to ensure quality and long-term maintainability in a dy...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Take ownership of innovative mechanical design projects, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance electro-mechanical assemblies while ensuring timely execution, high quality, and technical precisio...
1 week ago
Principal Cyber Systems Engineer
$120K - $150K *
Engage with us to protect vital systems and drive cybersecurity innovation through your technical expertise, supporting complex initiatives in a dynamic, collaborative environment as a key contributor...
2 weeks ago
Space Force System Engineering Product Owner & Technical Lead
$150K - $170K *
Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team and shaping technical strategies for large-scale solutions. This role combines leadership with innovation, managing cross-functional teams to...
1 month ago
$93K - $164K *
Join a team that's dedicated to designing, developing, and maintaining cutting-edge software for Air Mobility systems. Collaborate in an Agile environment to enhance your software engineering skills a...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Anti-Tamper Systems Engineer
$100K - $130K *
Lead the charge in advancing anti-tamper engineering for complex DoD systems, driving innovative solutions and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to protect Critical Program Information across...
4 weeks ago
Principal Systems Engineer III (Unix/Linux)
$100K - $130K *
Drive the innovation of Linux system performance, ensuring security, reliability, and efficiency. Lead advanced system engineering efforts, fostering collaboration across teams to optimize infrastruct...
Yesterday
$80K - $110K *
Drive the management of enterprise application flows, ensuring optimal infrastructure capacity and supporting complex trading platforms while enhancing automation and process improvements across teams...
6 days ago
$85K - $110K *
Lead process improvements and support production operations to enhance efficiency and quality in delivering advanced C4I systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage tools and equipment...
4 days ago
$100K - $130K *
Lead strategic captures for submarine programs, guiding multi-functional teams to secure business opportunities and drive growth in a dynamic defense environment while maintaining strong stakeholder r...
Reposted 1 week ago
Payload Systems Engineer/Sr. Payload Systems Engineer
$129K - $249K *
Elevate mission success by leading cutting-edge payload systems engineering activities, integrating innovative technologies and analyzing complex systems to enhance national security and resiliency in...
1 week ago
$100K - $130K *
Lead the design and testing of aeromechanical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure successful integration of components in aircraft and spacecraft proj...
3 weeks ago
Principal Systems Engineer - Infrastructure (Onsite)
$107K - $204K *
Engineer impactful systems for national defense as you lead the design, integration, and testing of advanced technologies. Collaborate with experts, managing complex projects while ensuring rigorous c...
2 weeks ago
Principal Systems Engineer - Infrastructure (Onsite)
$107K - $204K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams as a Principal Systems Engineer driving advanced aerospace and defense solutions. Leverage your expertise in system requirements, design, and project execution...
2 weeks ago
Senior Director, Space Mission Systems
$130K - $180K *
Drive the MOSSI II program by planning, directing, and monitoring all activities. Utilize extensive experience to set effective goals and implement practices, ensuring successful execution of strategi...
2 weeks ago
Project Management, Acquisition & Technical Advisor
$90K - $130K *
Lead the charge in executing critical programs and acquisition strategies, supporting key stakeholders in achieving mission objectives through effective planning, coordination, and communication in a...
2 weeks ago
Systems Engineer Staff - MSBE Focused (Level 4)
$109K - $192K *
Unlock potential by leading systems engineering efforts, managing requirements through MBSE tools, and coordinating technical reviews to ensure successful program lifecycle execution with diverse stak...
3 weeks ago
Field Service Engineer - Satellite Communications
$70K - $148K *
Build vital telecommunications systems globally as a SATCOM expert. Collaborate with a dynamic team to install, maintain, and troubleshoot satellite equipment, ensuring optimal performance in mission...
3 weeks 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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