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.

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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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$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential in a vital role, providing essential Tier I and Tier II tech support within critical military operations, enhancing system performance and user experience while ensuring cybersec...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $199K *

Lead the charge in managing a skilled engineering team while driving innovative projects. Balance technical leadership with resource management to enhance operational efficiency and collaborate with c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $181K *

Manage the design and integration of advanced Command, Control, and Communications systems, ensuring optimal performance through data analysis and system evaluation, while applying engineering princip...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $180K *

Integrate satellite systems and flight software for mission management. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate complex requirements into scalable solutions, ensuring effective debugging...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Elevate product development by contributing to hardware engineering, spanning requirements generation to integration using innovative practices and cross-functional collaboration, delivering high-qual...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $200K *

Create and lead systems engineering for advanced UAV platforms, ensuring seamless collaboration across diverse teams. Drive the development and validation of system requirements, delivering innovative...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $175K *

Design and implement critical flight software for spacecraft, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance, reliability, and integration, while ensuring mission success thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building and integrating advanced systems across a broad range of platforms, enhancing operational efficiency while ensuring security and reliability through innovative...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $172K *

Drive the direction and clarity of complex software systems, ensuring seamless operational integration while collaborating with diverse teams to meet critical requirements and enhance mission success...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $172K *

Shape the future of software systems as you provide technical leadership, manage requirements, and drive operational support for a complex software application, ensuring robust collaboration across te...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $290K *

Shape the future of EO/IR systems by leading design efforts, guiding teams, and engaging with customers to ensure robust mission solutions from concept through delivery and verification...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Deliver hands-on security engineering and administration support, ensuring the integrity of classified systems while collaborating on continuous monitoring and compliance throughout the system life cy...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead and develop a multidisciplinary software engineering team dedicated to cutting-edge FPGA, DSP, and PLD software for advanced power systems. Ensure effective execution of projects while fostering...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $269K *

Engage your engineering expertise to lead a multi-disciplined team in developing innovative products across diverse markets, ensuring on-time delivery and budget adherence while fostering talent and a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $124K *

Join a team that's shaping advanced Guidance, Navigation, and Control systems through innovative modeling and simulation solutions while supporting critical defense programs and ensuring system perfor...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $124K *

Transform complex challenges into innovative solutions as part of a dynamic team. Specialize in Modeling and Simulation while impacting various contracts within a high-tech environment, ensuring syste...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $172K *

Partner with us to deliver innovative software solutions by providing technical direction and managing requirements for a mission-critical system in a collaborative, fast-paced environment...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Innovate spacecraft systems data handling for LEO satellites, leading design, support, and testing. Collaborate with engineers to ensure optimal satellite performance and streamline operations, all wh...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to advanced cybersecurity projects by leading the systems engineering lifecycle for cyberspace capabilities, integrating diverse data sources to enhance decision-making and operational effi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead and advance complex computer systems engineering projects, providing expertise in design, integration, testing, and sustainment for defense applications throughout the full system lifecycle...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing weapon and combat systems through expert systems engineering. Contribute across the full lifecycle, ensuring mission-critical systems are reliable, interopera...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Unlock potential as you lead multiple projects, ensuring quality and innovation in technical solutions for the Intelligence Community. Collaborate closely with teams to enhance systems, manage risks...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$132K - $251K *

Collaborate to lead the development and integration of advanced systems, ensuring project alignment with strategic objectives. Foster innovation and teamwork within a dynamic setting to enhance securi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Join a passionate team driving innovation in systems integration for the Intelligence Community. Lead complex projects, ensure adherence to technical standards, and manage stakeholder relationships fo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Drive complex integration and experimentation efforts, leading technical execution for mission-critical military systems and customer engagements. Influence, validate innovative solutions, and transla...

2 weeks 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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