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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$92K - $125K *

Oversee software testing processes, ensuring quality metrics and documentation are maintained. Collaborate with multifunctional teams to manage project schedules and budgets while supporting software...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Champion advanced missile systems development by leading requirements management, verification, and validation initiatives. Collaborate with multi-site teams to ensure compliance with rigorous defense...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K *

Transform system integration and testing processes by leveraging your C++ expertise. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver effective test solutions, ensuring high-performance standards in manual a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's passionate about delivering exceptional IT solutions in a dynamic MSP environment. You'll design and manage complex windows server environments, supporting multiple financial client...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion strategic projects within the National Space sector, leading teams to ensure successful program execution, financial performance, and alignment with customer goals while fostering professiona...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Optimize system integration activities to enhance amphibious navigation systems, ensuring compliance with design requirements. Collaborate with defense personnel to assess and certify combat systems e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $135K *

Engage a talented engineering team to drive groundbreaking project development. You will lead multi-faceted NPI challenges, fostering collaboration across departments and ensuring project success thro...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$169K - $253K *

Unlock the potential of complex systems as you design and evolve system architecture to meet operational needs while managing cost, risk, and compliance, collaborating on innovative projects that inte...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $175K *

Lead the development and reliability of a mission-critical cloud platform for launch operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure stable software releases while driving continuous imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and integration of complex systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality and reliable product development through all lifecycle phases...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Develop your expertise by supporting Naval C4I Systems integration for Marine Corps and Navy operations on amphibious assault ships. Engage with military and civilian teams to enhance system requireme...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Champion the development of safety-critical flight systems by leading cross-functional teams in defining system requirements and guiding innovative design processes, ensuring compliance with rigorous...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$173K - $183K *

Deliver comprehensive systems engineering support for advanced secure ground systems, integrating hardware/software, managing lifecycle processes, and ensuring compliance with multi-level security acr...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$173K - $183K *

Oversee complex systems engineering for secure ground systems in defense. You'll manage requirements, perform integrations, and ensure compliance, contributing to mission-critical projects while leadi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $216K *

Optimize digital engineering strategies across supply chains; lead assessments, develop best practices, and collaborate with teams to enhance supplier capabilities, ensuring effective integration of e...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$166K - $220K *

Join a team driving innovative battlespace solutions through advanced software and systems engineering. Play a key role in the design and validation of strategic capabilities for mission-critical appl...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Engage in systems administration within a dynamic team, ensuring optimal operation of multi-user systems, managing performance tuning, security functions, and user interaction while developing policie...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $165K *

Grow innovative systems engineering solutions to meet user needs, leading design and development initiatives within a collaborative environment. Engage with stakeholders while ensuring the technical i...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$159K - $305K *

Lead the charge in developing robust cybersecurity strategies for blockchain and digital asset platforms, ensuring security and compliance while mitigating risks. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $305K *

Join a team that's redefining cybersecurity for blockchain and digital assets. Leverage your expertise to secure cutting-edge tech environments while collaborating across teams to implement robust sec...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $218K *

Lead systems engineering initiatives by overseeing design and implementation of complex systems, guiding engineering teams, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver innovative s...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion software innovation by leveraging your expertise in development and problem-solving. Collaborate with teams to enhance systems, integrating advanced methodologies and achieving operational ex...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $226K *

Shape the future of defense by designing cutting-edge cloud systems that ensure dominance in space warfare. Collaborate with top talent and influence national security operations while unleashing inno...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $153K *

Contribute to our engineering quality assurance by independently reviewing processes, conducting audits, and collaborating with program teams to drive product development success and continuous improv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Drive project execution by providing technical leadership across hardware production, ensuring timely delivery while collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and enhance efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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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