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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$114K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring efficient field operations in the oil sector. Leverage your automation expertise, troubleshoot systems, and provide vital support to on-site teams in diverse s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Drive advanced radar systems as a technical authority, guiding program architecture and influencing cross-team engineering rigor while ensuring smooth transitions from development to production...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Drive innovative radar test activities by leveraging your expertise in systems engineering and data analysis. Collaborate with diverse teams to plan, execute, and evaluate radar performance in real-ti...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$156K - $200K *

Lead and inspire a skilled team in systems engineering, focusing on innovative SIGINT/EW technologies. Drive technical excellence, enhance collaboration, and achieve strategic goals while supporting p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team to drive IT solutions, enhance client networks, and implement advanced infrastructures. Collaborate effectively while ensuring optimal system performance...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $155K *

Lead and inspire a diverse software engineering team, driving program execution, managing project delivery, and aligning resources with customer needs while promoting team cohesion and adapting to tec...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by delivering innovative solutions that enhance organizational security and protect critical assets through strategic risk management and compliance with industry sta...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Champion robust cybersecurity measures by designing, implementing, and monitoring security solutions that protect complex systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance security features and mitigate risk...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $205K *

Accelerate progress at a leading cybersecurity team, providing strategic engineering support for classified networks. Protect crucial systems through innovative solutions, ensure compliance with regul...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $185K *

Empower cutting-edge satellite operations by crafting resilient networking architectures. Define strategies to connect systems and enhance performance across production and global operations, ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Empower collaboration and innovation by supporting systems integration tasks, engaging with counterparts, and ensuring seamless dataflows within complex projects. Drive operational excellence in a dyn...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $170K *

Unlock innovation in military satellite communications as you develop critical interface control documents and guide integration efforts to ensure secure and reliable systems for the U.S. Space Force...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by supporting system integration and design tasks with collaborative teams, validating systems, and ensuring seamless data flows across SIGINT systems and components...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Discover an exciting opportunity to develop spacecraft flight software, guiding projects from concept through operations while collaborating with a dynamic team to innovate and tackle complex challeng...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $225K *

Lead the development and integration of cutting-edge space capabilities, ensuring robust systems engineering and program management to deliver critical solutions for the U.S. Space Force while collabo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $140K *

Lead critical software and cloud system projects by managing SDLC, collaborating across teams, and ensuring requirements traceability while advocating for best practices in architecture and system imp...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming the Air Force's contracting systems by applying systems engineering expertise to enhance processes, ensure compliance, and support digital modernization across integrat...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Empower our Zero Trust security initiatives by managing Zscaler cloud technologies. Collaborate with teams to optimize secure access solutions, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and improve security p...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Transform your career by driving cyber incident response and threat detection for a leading federal agency. Engage with advanced network systems and enhance operational effectiveness in a collaborativ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Champion our mission by providing senior technical support in Test & Evaluation, Avionics Integration, and Cybersecurity, guiding projects for the M-Code Aviation Receivers Joint Program Office with s...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a diverse team as you lead aerospace development programs, managing scope, budget, and schedule while ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance. Drive key decisions and cultivate stakeholder...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing advanced EO/IR technical programs, ensuring project objectives meet performance, quality, and budget goals while fostering collaboration across multi-functional teams and o...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Empower a multidisciplinary team to drive innovative C4ISR systems in a dynamic environment, ensuring seamless program execution, stakeholder engagement, and strategic development for mission-critical...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at a leading IT program by managing full lifecycle engineering support, enhancing system monitoring, and driving application management excellence across a complex, high-impact gov...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $135K *

Pioneer the commissioning process for critical infrastructure. Lead test execution, oversee troubleshooting, and elevate project ownership while mentoring juniors in a dynamic data center environment...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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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