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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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$61K - $141K *

Unlock potential by leading digital engineering initiatives in aerospace systems development, integrating advanced technologies to enhance defense and civilian missions. Collaborate on innovative solu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $198K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing national security through innovative systems engineering. Leverage your expertise to develop the next generation of space systems, collaborating with military...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$61K - $141K *

Elevate national security efforts by leading systems development and integration for cutting-edge hypersonic technologies, transforming conceptual designs into reality through innovative engineering s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $141K *

Unlock potential by applying your systems engineering expertise to enhance national security space missions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective integration of satellite comm...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Join a dedicated team to drive the design and development of advanced spacecraft systems. Utilize your expertise in systems engineering to ensure mission success through innovative solutions and cross...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $241K *

Shape the future of missile defense by integrating advanced systems and resolving design challenges. Collaborate with top-tier professionals to deliver critical capabilities to the Fleet while managin...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading complex IT program management and integration efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to fulfill strategic objectives, design secure cloud environments, and ens...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$177K - $265K *

Drive innovation by developing and designing Environmental Control Systems. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to analyze complex fluid thermal systems, ensuring performance and airworthiness in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $143K *

Drive excellence in quality engineering by ensuring compliance and enhancing product integrity. Collaborate across teams to implement standards, evaluate processes, and lead continuous improvements th...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $100K *

Contribute to innovative systems engineering solutions for naval combat systems. Collaborate with a cross-functional team, utilizing Linux, Ansible, and security practices to design and integrate a ro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $143K *

Drive quality engineering initiatives across the product lifecycle, ensuring compliance with design and process requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality standards, anal...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Drive your career forward as you lead mission user needs collection and management. Collaborate with product teams, translating requirements into actionable insights, enhancing user experience and ens...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of autonomous avionics systems by architecting and integrating real-time embedded software solutions within a dynamic, cross-discipline team for next-generation te...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $150K *

Empower our team by managing critical projects in hardware delivery and development. Collaborate with subcontractors and internal teams to ensure quality and on-time delivery of innovative technologie...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to deliver advanced engineering solutions that enhance air and space system performance. Contribute to the lifecycle management of critical defense capabilities whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $170K *

Elevate reliability in propulsion hardware through hands-on problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and root cause analysis to ensure mission success and hardware integrity in complex aerospa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $152K *

Elevate your career by leading systems engineering initiatives for advanced fire control systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance submarine operations and drive innovation in a cr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Lead quality assurance efforts to ensure compliance with DoD military standards and regulations. Oversee QMS processes, inspections, and audits while driving continuous improvement initiatives in defe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Support military systems programs by ensuring quality compliance, implementing QMS processes, and driving continuous improvements while collaborating with engineering and government representatives th...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $188K *

Champion the development of innovative mechanical nuclear systems, integrating engineering expertise to support BWRX-300 design objectives while collaborating across teams to enhance product quality a...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality in DoD military systems. Leverage your expertise in quality engineering to develop and maintain rigorous standards throughout the product lifecycle in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Elevate quality assurance standards in military systems and support DoD projects. Utilize your engineering expertise to implement QMS processes, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance wit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $265K *

Optimize flight software architecture for complex spacecraft systems. Lead design processes and ensure software excellence from development through sustainment, collaborating with technical teams and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $180K *

Drive advancements in aeromechanical engineering for airborne systems through innovative analyses, collaborating with technical teams, and ensuring successful project deliverables while enhancing syst...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Drive the design and management of secure cloud infrastructures while collaborating across teams to enhance security monitoring and streamline operations using modern DevOps practices and tools...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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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