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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$100K - $130K *

Accelerate your impact by providing essential systems engineering support, ensuring data integrity and alignment with customer strategies while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance analytics an...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Pioneer the future of validation software solutions as a Digital Systems Engineer. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize design, planning, and testing processes, ensuring the highest standard...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $212K *

Reimagine the future of aerospace by leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative Digital Portfolio Solutions and Engineering Services, driving efficiency, customer loyalty, and business growt...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Engineer the future by aligning innovative technologies for commercialization. Oversee vital research efforts, support government customers, and enhance missile defense capabilities through technical...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $212K *

Lead the charge in driving Digital Portfolio Solutions and Engineering Services, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction through innovative technical solutions while managing comple...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $212K *

Advance your career by managing complex digital projects, leading cross-functional teams, and driving technical solutions to enhance business performance and efficiency in the aerospace and defense se...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Develop and lead advanced electronic hardware solutions, mentoring engineers and driving common architecture across diverse vehicle platforms to enhance performance and modernization efforts in a coll...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $215K *

Partner with us to redesign and validate robust network architectures while leading cross-functional teams across solutions for enterprise and multi-region environments. Drive network strategy and ens...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$148K - $215K *

Join a team that's defining secure, resilient network architectures for global environments. Leverage your expertise in network design and cross-functional leadership to drive strategies and deliver c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $215K *

Lead the design and validation of secure, large-scale network architectures across global enterprise environments. Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure cohesive solutions, while mentoring ju...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$148K - $215K *

Engineer high-performance network architectures, guiding complex design projects and cross-functional collaboration for global, secure infrastructures. Drive standard practices while mentoring teams t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $215K *

Drive innovative network architecture solutions, blending technical expertise with leadership to define and validate global, resilient networks, enhancing performance and security across multi-region...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $215K *

Lead cross-functional teams to architect and validate resilient, secure network solutions for enterprise environments, ensuring compliance and performance through strategic design and automation. Driv...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in advancing aerospace system conceptualization, testing, and validation by managing complex technical projects and ensuring effective communication among all stakeholders...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$219K - $243K *

Lead the charge in the strategic design and evolution of innovative communications solutions, engaging customers and driving technical leadership across complex architectures in satellite and mission...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Transform aerospace innovation by leading software systems integration, ensuring robust verification and validation for launch readiness while collaborating across engineering disciplines to achieve m...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $105K *

Unlock your potential as a Systems Engineer, contributing to the revolutionary development and testing of cutting-edge electric aircraft systems while collaborating on innovative design and integratio...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading EMT studies and model development in power systems. Collaborate with senior leadership while mentoring junior engineers. Drive project success and provide client management...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Drive spacecraft systems engineering excellence by supporting critical acquisitions, collaborating with teams to ensure optimal satellite operations and configuration management, and enhancing overall...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Optimize network operations to enhance connectivity and performance, ensuring robust solutions during outages. Drive strategic routing architectures while collaborating closely with cross-functional t...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud engineering. Leverage your DevOps expertise and AWS knowledge to design, implement, and automate solutions that drive efficiency and innovation across a wide range...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead IT project management and systems engineering efforts, collaborating with stakeholders to manage requirements and ensure successful Agile software development implementation within a dynamic envi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative systems engineering solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining secure network and cloud environments, ensuring cybersecurity to protect vital IT assets while collaborating...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$174K - $348K *

Lead the charge in translating Data Center trends and customer needs into innovative product strategies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal solutions and maintain a compe...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$174K - $348K *

Lead the charge in transforming Data Center solutions by analyzing trends, customer needs, and competitive landscapes to develop a strategic product portfolio that drives innovation and optimization...

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  •   8 - 10 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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