Discover Senior Principal Systems Engineer Jobs

Welcome to our category for Senior Principal Systems Engineer roles. You'll find a range of opportunities spanning from systems development to technical leadership.

Senior Principal Systems Engineer Roles

As a Senior Principal Systems Engineer, you'll oversee system architecture, guide technical teams, and address the most complex engineering challenges.

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$135K - $203K *

Join a dedicated team to shape the future of maritime systems engineering, supporting advanced technologies and complex programs critical to national security. Collaborate across disciplines to innova...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of engineering projects, leading system design, implementation, and problem resolution initiatives. Bring your expertise to mentoring engineers while ensuring cust...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $175K *

Advance mission integration through innovative systems engineering and architecture design, ensuring robust capability delivery for diverse operational needs in a dynamic defense environment...

Reposted yesterday

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $200K *

Unlock potential by designing cutting-edge radar systems for satellite technology. Collaborate on advanced signal processing, RF hardware, and algorithms to deliver all-weather sensing capabilities fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $160K *

Join a team that's integral to transforming military communications and battle management. Leverage your extensive systems engineering expertise to deliver resilient solutions that enhance operational...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $163K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing software test plans for advanced defense systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality and compliance while integrating hardware and s...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $193K *

Join a dynamic team as a systems engineer to shape the future of tactical systems. Leverage your expertise in requirement development and systems integration while supporting critical operations for n...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $125K *

Lead the charge in integrating cutting-edge technologies by collaborating with engineers to design, test, and deliver innovative systems solutions while driving performance and managing complex requir...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $125K *

Lead innovative systems engineering initiatives to deliver comprehensive solutions, engaging cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment. Drive hands-on testing and validation processes, ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$193K - $220K *

Pioneer as a technical project leader, utilizing systems engineering principles to guide interdisciplinary teams in the development of electronic and software systems, ensuring effective communication...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $137K *

Join a dynamic team to design, integrate, and enhance cutting-edge systems solutions. Collaborate with engineers and clients to ensure successful hardware and software integration while conducting tes...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$193K - $220K *

Lead and optimize technical project initiatives, driving systems engineering for complex electronic and software systems. Collaborate across disciplines, provide technical guidance, and ensure project...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $174K *

Engage in innovative systems engineering to craft technical solutions for radar subsystems, collaborating with design teams to ensure successful development, integration, and testing while managing pr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing cutting-edge power electronics systems, guiding multidisciplinary teams through architecture definition, customer requirements, and risk mitigation to achie...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $171K *

Engineer innovative solutions as a Principal/Senior Principal Systems Engineer. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to define requirements, manage validation processes, and drive advancements in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $171K *

Lead the charge in driving innovative systems engineering solutions. Collaborate across teams to define and refine requirements while managing multi-disciplinary efforts and ensuring integration with...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $171K *

Join our team to drive systems engineering excellence, develop requirements, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on modernization and sustainment efforts while influencing future technologie...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Drive your career forward as you lead complex systems engineering projects, ensuring effective operational maintenance and sustainment of critical radar systems supporting US Space Force missions...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that delivers innovative solutions to critical missile surveillance systems. As a Principal Systems Engineer, you will drive technical excellence and operational readiness for ground-based...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $165K *

Innovate solutions in network engineering, leading design initiatives and setting strategic direction. Collaborate enterprise-wide to enhance IT policies and ensure robust, scalable, secure infrastruc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in transforming enterprise infrastructure by providing senior technical leadership, guiding engineering solutions, and shaping technology strategy, impacting both immediate and long-te...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $203K *

Explore dynamic maritime programs of national importance, contributing to advanced oceanic systems development through systems engineering and collaboration within multi-disciplined teams...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Execute digital ecosystem and cloud architecture solutions while integrating advanced technologies, ensuring seamless delivery of operational capabilities and supporting the agency's mission in cuttin...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing critical space electronics subsystems, ensuring reliability and performance in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Drive innovation in avionics and p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Collaborate across teams to drive the development and integration of advanced airborne systems. Lead requirements management and design efforts to ensure technical performance and mission readiness th...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Principal Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    A Senior Principal Systems Engineer handles system architecture, leads technical teams, and solves advanced engineering problems. They're often responsible for guiding overall system design and integration.

  • What skills do I need to have for these roles?question toggle

    Skills commonly required include system design, team leadership, analytical thinking and knowledge in systems integration.

  • What industries hire Senior Principal Systems Engineers?question toggle

    Industries like Technology, Aerospace, Defense, Telecommunications, and more require the expertise of Senior Principal Systems Engineers.