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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$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...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $147K *

Join a team that architects the Digital Engineering Ecosystem (DEE), integrating IT solutions across program lifecycles. Lead technical efforts and engage with government clients to enhance systems en...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $135K *

Drive impactful system engineering solutions for advanced airborne networking. Lead integration, testing, and certification efforts while promoting collaboration across teams to enhance mission-critic...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $230K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of National Security Space systems. Utilize your expertise to design and deliver innovative data-driven software solutions, ensuring mission success across complex...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $181K *

Transform radar product development by defining requirements, shaping system architecture, and overseeing verification and validation from concept to design maturity while collaborating across enginee...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by configuring and optimizing engineering platforms within secure cloud environments, employing Automation as Code and CI/CD methodologies. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance n...

3 weeks 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...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Engage in the design and validation of advanced space electronics systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust, radiation-tolerant products that meet rigorous mission requirem...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $241K *

Lead the charge in systems engineering excellence by integrating complex hardware, cybersecurity, and modeling while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure successful program delivery and system-le...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $131K *

Lead the charge in innovative systems engineering, integrating and validating solutions while ensuring requirements are met for cutting-edge technologies that support defense applications. Join a dyna...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Lead engineering oversight for development and evaluation of payload systems and countermeasures. Collaborate across teams, guiding programs through critical milestones while ensuring technical integr...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of defense technology as a Senior Systems Engineer, bridging hardware, firmware, and cloud systems. Drive architecture, ensure coherent product integration, and own critical systems e...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Join us to develop and execute system safety programs and strategies, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance with military standards while collaborating across teams to mitigate risks throughout all...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a high-impact team to develop advanced space radar technologies while applying your systems engineering expertise to solve complex challenges in defense and aerospace sectors. Collaborate in an A...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $332K *

Join a team that designs and modernizes secure integrations for a mission-critical platform utilizing Java microservices, cloud infrastructures, and edge technologies while solving complex interoperab...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by driving the architecture and modernization of enterprise infrastructure across diverse environments. Lead strategic initiatives while mentoring engineers to deliver scalable, secur...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's leading innovative ISR and aviation solutions! As a Principal Systems Engineer, you'll manage critical projects, mentor engineers, and ensure excellence in systems integration and v...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in enhancing complex ISR systems through expert integration, rigorous validation, and strategic risk management. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions that exceed cust...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Elevate engineering excellence by delivering expert guidance on system payloads and countermeasures. Collaborate across diverse teams to ensure timely, accurate program execution from inception throug...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Engage in advanced systems engineering to optimize IT infrastructures and enhance client satisfaction. Collaborate across teams, tackle complex issues, and ensure the security and performance of cutti...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.