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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$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 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Champion the advancement of missile defense systems by leading innovative engineering solutions and processes within a dynamic team, enhancing capabilities for national security amidst rapidly evolvin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $165K *

Contribute to the development of complex systems by performing system analysis, integration, verification, and validation while ensuring compliance with safety-critical standards and translating custo...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $160K *

Partner with us to deliver expert systems engineering support throughout the acquisition lifecycle, ensuring compliance and mission success while enhancing capabilities for U.S. Air Force programs and...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $233K *

Lead the development of cutting-edge algorithms for missile detection and tracking, employing advanced estimation techniques. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and ensure...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

The Senior Systems Engineer will work with the Pilot team to assist a client in bringing a new Electric Vehicle to market. This role involves developing requirements for various subsystems, designing...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

3 weeks 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...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

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 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $200K *

Design and develop advanced physical layer modems for LEO satellite systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, conduct performance analysis, and optimize communication system performance to ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$148K - $275K *

Lead the development and support of advanced space systems, ensuring strategic advantages in national security. Collaborate on system integration, technical documentation, and process improvements acr...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $275K *

Unlock potential by providing expert guidance in space acquisitions, engineering, and risk management while supporting technical engagements and ensuring programmatic compliance in a fully integrated...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$173K - $238K *

Drive advanced system solutions as a Principal Systems Engineer, leading multidisciplinary teams to architect and integrate complex systems while ensuring alignment with project objectives and stakeho...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$173K - $238K *

Lead the charge in architecting and integrating comprehensive systems solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive multidisciplinary development initiatives and ensure system alignm...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $163K *

Empower your career by providing critical Tier III IT Systems support, troubleshooting complex challenges across enterprise technology platforms. Collaborate with project teams, author SOPs, and mento...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Invent the future of space technology by designing critical electronic subsystems. Collaborate across disciplines to create radiation-tolerant electronics and ensure the success of mission-critical pr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $210K *

Lead critical testing initiatives for advanced space systems, ensuring alignment with operational goals and effective communication across teams to enhance mission readiness and system integration in...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $225K *

Shape the future of space operations by providing critical acquisition and technical support, developing key documentation, and advising on program execution to enhance national security efforts in ad...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $200K *

Engineer your future as a critical technology enabler for space systems, driving innovations in acquisition documentation, cybersecurity, and technical support to enhance mission operations and perfor...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $137K *

Contribute to innovative Electromagnetic Warfare systems as a Systems Engineer supporting USMC initiatives. Collaborate with Navy teams and enhance design, integration, and testing of complex engineer...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $163K *

Build your career with a dynamic team supporting maritime programs of national importance. Contribute to cutting-edge oceanic systems and collaborate across disciplines to drive innovative solutions a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Software System Engineer, collaborating with contractors and government professionals to enhance Army Air and Missile Defense systems using Agile methods and MBSE documentat...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Drive innovation in systems engineering, ensuring the reliability, security, and quality of complex hardware/software systems. Collaborate on architectural decisions and design robust interfaces for s...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$149K - $191K *

Shape the future of advanced SIGINT/EW systems through innovative design and leadership in system development, integration, and validation efforts while collaborating with multi-disciplined engineerin...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $176K *

Shape innovative engineering solutions by leading technology projects, mentoring teams, and ensuring timely, budget-conscious execution of complex integrations to meet customer specifications and orga...

Reposted 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.