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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$102K - $195K *

Explore your potential as a Power Subsystems Engineer, collaborating with diverse teams to design innovative spacecraft power architectures and elevate mission capabilities across various environments...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $350K *

Optimize mission critical electrical power studies, leading a team to analyze short circuit, coordination, and arc flash assessments while enhancing internal capabilities and collaborating effectively...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Analyze power systems and conduct IBR Dynamic Modeling studies to ensure compliance with NERC reliability standards. Utilize advanced software tools to deliver impactful reports and assessments while...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of energy by leading cutting-edge transmission planning projects. Collaborate with senior leaders, mentor engineers, and ensure project excellence, all while enhancing the power grid...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a team of electrical engineers to perform advanced power system analyses, ensuring project quality while meeting client needs and training the next generation of enginee...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $238K *

Join a team that's driving innovation through systems engineering as you design, integrate, and validate software systems, ensuring alignment with overarching objectives while collaborating closely wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of maritime technology by designing, developing, and integrating advanced electronic control systems. Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality automation solutions that...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $185K *

Design and develop innovative lunar mission concepts, including landers and surface systems, driving technology breakthroughs. Collaborate with teams to ensure mission success, blending technical exce...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $159K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative software for satellite products, driving design and implementation across front and back-end systems in a collaborative engineering team. Embrace new technolog...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $105K *

Collaborate to shape the future of strategic defense systems! Engage in the design, analysis, and verification of fire control subsystems for the U.S. Navy. Ideal for early-career engineers aiming for...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $185K *

Unlock your potential by leading electrical power systems analysis projects, supporting heavy industrial engineering, and mentoring junior engineers while driving business development initiatives in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $138K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in systems engineering with a focus on mission-critical hardware development. Be a senior contributor leveraging extensive experience to enhance national security...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Champion advanced AI innovation by designing and deploying large language model capabilities that drive transformation across a cloud-based analytics ecosystem, ensuring effective governance and perfo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $238K *

Unlock potential by driving technical direction for cutting-edge AI/ML products, collaborating with teams to meet high standards in manufacturing, and ensuring successful customer product introduction...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $194K *

Grow your career with a leadership role in engineering, driving innovation and program execution while strategically aligning technical initiatives and overseeing a multi-functional team to ensure suc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Develop advanced interconnection solutions while mentoring staff and driving innovation. Collaborate with clients on complex modeling and transmission planning studies to enhance energy systems across...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $144K *

Shape the future of building automation systems as a Lead Systems Engineer, driving project leadership in complex BAS and EPMS designs for data centers. Collaborate with teams, manage resources, and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Innovate scalable GTM systems by designing workflows and automations. Collaborate with sales and partnerships to optimize data integration, enhancing revenue execution through advanced technologies an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $165K *

Unlock innovative lunar technologies by developing power systems and spacecraft designs, influencing mission concepts for commercial and governmental projects. Collaborate on cross-functional teams to...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $154K *

Lead complex structural design projects by utilizing engineering practices, ensuring compliance with codes, and managing project lifecycles while mentoring junior staff and building client relationshi...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $170K *

Engineer scalable solutions as a Senior Space Systems Engineer, tackling the complexities of space applications. Collaborate with diverse teams, drive project success, and deliver innovative technolog...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Advance national security by developing BMC3 software for space applications. Lead software lifecycle phases, integrate cloud environments, and mentor engineers. Enjoy remote work while driving innova...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $193K *

Unlock potential by leading the design of scalable AI architectures and integrating innovative solutions that drive business growth while ensuring security, reliability, and ethical practices in AI de...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $137K *

Innovate release engineering processes by designing automated CI/CD workflows. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to enhance software delivery quality and reliability, ensuring effective manag...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.