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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$95K - $115K *

Empower the development and implementation of advanced control systems for municipal water and wastewater facilities. Lead programming, commissioning, and customer coordination for large-scale SCADA p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex submarine systems integration by overseeing contractor performance, managing technical boundaries, and ensuring compliance with NAVSEA requirements. Drive program success through effectiv...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Drive enterprise mobility architecture initiatives, assess technology needs, and develop strategic plans to guide long-term modernization and governance of digital workplace capabilities while partner...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $160K *

Drive advanced systems engineering and cybersecurity support for a critical DoD ISR program. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure system availability, security compliance, and operationa...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Optimize technical solutions across Windows, Linux, and VMWare platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance user experience and deliver automated solutions while ensuring effective troubleshooting and...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team dedicated to enhancing border security through advanced systems engineering and integrated surveillance solutions, supporting critical technology deployments to achieve comprehensive borde...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the integration of missile defense systems, ensuring interoperability and alignment with national defense objectives. Collaborate across teams to support critical capabilities in a dynamic enviro...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Contribute to the advancement of network infrastructure by maintaining enterprise networks, supporting cloud integration, and collaborating with IT leadership to drive technical excellence and securit...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Drive system engineering excellence by evaluating programs, performing validations, and enhancing technical processes to ensure subsystems meet design specifications while providing engineering suppor...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Reimagine the integration of modeling and simulation capabilities across product development, ensuring alignment with mission needs and system architectures while enhancing technical performance acros...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $111K *

Drive the development and enhancement of simulation systems for Fleet Ballistic Missile programs, managing requirements and testing within a collaborative, cross-functional team environment to support...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Engage with us to enhance software supply chain security through detailed analysis of software components, identification of vulnerabilities, and assessment of cybersecurity practices in compliance wi...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Partner with us to shape the future of aerospace through innovative systems engineering and collaboration on defense projects. Engage directly with complex systems and mentor teams to enhance mission...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Lead system architecture and MBSE activities for complex aerospace programs, ensuring traceability and guiding technical decisions. Utilize SysML models to define requirements, interfaces, and verific...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $210K *

Shape the future of satellite missions by overseeing ground segment operations, integrating autonomous systems, and enhancing user interfaces for efficient command and control processes...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $220K *

Drive technical analysis and integration in cyber capability development, focusing on strategic partnerships and emerging technologies to enhance government-academic-industry collaboration and decisio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $270K *

Transform teams by designing and implementing innovative DevOps solutions that automate build and deployment processes, enhancing efficiency and collaboration across multiple product lines while lever...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $170K *

Shape the future of advanced space capabilities by providing expert Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance. Collaborate in a dynamic team to address complex space challenges through innovative s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by conducting in-depth technology evaluations and managing customer technology solutions, ensuring alignment with mission needs and operational efficiency for effective cybersecurity...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to provide exceptional IT support, manage technology migrations, and enhance customer satisfaction through innovative solutions and strategic troubleshooting in a hybrid work envir...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career forward by leveraging your IT expertise to evaluate and implement technology solutions that effectively address customer needs while ensuring operational efficiency and cybersecurity...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $160K *

Optimize systems engineering support across the acquisition lifecycle for dynamic Department of the Air Force initiatives, translating operational requirements into technical solutions that enhance mi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $185K *

Champion the modernization of IT infrastructure, ensuring security compliance and optimizing MASINT data flows critical to aerospace systems engineering. Lead within a collaborative environment while...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $185K *

Unlock your potential by modernizing IT infrastructure and ensuring security compliance through robust engineering practices. Collaborate with leadership and teams to protect critical data in an impac...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to enhance the Weapons Government Reference Architecture and Modular Open Systems Architecture, driving innovation and scalability for conventional weapon systems in a dynamic engineer...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 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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