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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$140K - $175K *

Unlock new opportunities as you drive launch readiness, ensuring seamless payload integration and certification across diverse aerospace projects, while collaborating with multiple teams to optimize m...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $169K *

Lead the development and management of interface documentation within a collaborative team, ensuring efficient integration of satellite systems using modern methodologies in a Model-Based Systems Engi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $165K *

Engineer cutting-edge Electronic Warfare systems, collaborating with government personnel to innovate and ensure program success, while conducting testing and delivering technical documentation to uph...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $246K *

Join a team that's leading the development of cutting-edge avionics products, coordinating cross-functional efforts, managing risks, and ensuring excellence in engineering processes. Play a key role i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $157K *

Collaborate with a dynamic team to integrate and manage complex systems, ensuring operational readiness and mission success while tackling technical challenges in a fast-paced environment...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $157K *

Drive innovation as a Systems Engineer, supporting complex IT projects. Collaborate on Agile methodologies, requirement traceability, and ensure seamless operations. Use your technical expertise to cr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $157K *

Unlock the potential of advanced C4I/C5ISR systems, driving design, integration, and sustainment efforts that enhance mission success in a dynamic, fast-paced national security environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $195K *

Transform U.S. Air Force operations by leveraging your systems engineering skills to enhance ISR capabilities across the Indo-Pacific, ensuring mission support with technical expertise and innovative...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $199K *

Lead a versatile team in executing Cyber Test for ground and space systems. Ensure compliance with security standards, manage resources, and communicate effectively with stakeholders to meet critical...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that enhances battery manufacturing processes through expert engineering support. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize production, elevate quality standards, and train staff, ensurin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Lead the way in developing cutting-edge spacecraft electrical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, integrate, and ensure the reliability of electrical systems, driving industry...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $117K *

Transform technical challenges into solutions as a Systems Engineer. Collaborate on F-35 structural analysis, ensuring performance and reliability for cutting-edge aerospace projects. Enjoy flexible s...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K - $140K *

Transform controls architecture and systems strategies in a complex manufacturing environment. Lead automation integrations, ensure technical compliance, and drive production efficacy across various a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $197K *

Shape the future of space safety by analyzing orbital dynamics and designing optimized trajectories for spacecraft, ensuring collision avoidance and mission success through collaboration and innovativ...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Empower secure mission-critical environments by solving technical challenges and collaborating across teams. Drive database operations, support documentation, and enhance system reliability from desig...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $150K *

Develop and manage supplier quality initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ensure compliance with aerospace standards through audits, performance monitoring, and continuous impro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $125K *

Join a team that drives the future of electric aviation, focusing on systems engineering for aircraft interiors. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and optimize cabin systems for our...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Develop and integrate advanced electrical power subsystem capabilities for cutting-edge combat vehicles, guiding design and analysis while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet customer re...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $129K *

Lead the integration and validation of advanced mission-systems in high-fidelity labs and flight tests, ensuring operational effectiveness for next-gen aircraft platforms. Collaborate across teams to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K - $140K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in advancing industrial control systems for complex manufacturing automation. You'll lead automation efforts, work with integrators, and ensure system performance...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $100K *

Empower innovation by providing expert installation and support for telecommunications systems. Lead efforts in network design and troubleshooting to enhance organizational communications and operatio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Take ownership of complex data analysis in a fast-paced environment, driving the development of reporting solutions for healthcare initiatives while collaborating across teams to ensure compliance and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to provide O&M support for Aruba Wi-Fi systems, tackle complex technical issues, ensure cybersecurity compliance, and enhance network performance while collaborating on engineering...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $120K *

Manage and enhance network architectures supporting defense initiatives, focusing on CBRN detection and response. Collaborate with project teams, ensure cybersecurity, and provide technical oversight...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $197K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams in the design, development, and testing of innovative space systems, applying advanced MBSE methodologies to enhance system performance and deliver c...

3 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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