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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$110K - $130K *

Seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support complex ISR SOF programs, focusing on E7 acquisition and technical documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance systems engineering pr...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Optimize aircraft certification processes by providing technical leadership across complex avionics projects, ensuring efficient collaboration with FAA and stakeholders for timely implementation and c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $236K *

Lead the charge in managing engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and technical excellence. Oversee cross-functional teams, drive product development, and support business development efforts...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing complex systems engineering projects, ensuring integration and airworthiness throughout the weapon systems lifecycle while providing technical expertise and guidance to en...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $245K *

Partner with us to enhance production operations by applying Industrial Engineering principles and analytics to streamline processes, mentor junior engineers, and drive continuous improvement across c...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Lead the design and architecture of multi-domain systems, managing requirements development across teams. Drive project success through technical leadership and collaboration, ensuring reliability and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Shape the future of missile systems as a Principal Systems Engineer, collaborating across disciplines to drive software development and integration. Enhance system performance and ensure reliability t...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $196K *

Empower your engineering career by leading strategic initiatives in U.S. Air Force weapon systems. Collaborate with key stakeholders throughout all phases of the product lifecycle, driving innovation...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's leading the charge in advanced systems engineering. You will oversee critical engineering functions, ensuring compliance and facilitating collaboration for mission success in comple...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's crucial in overseeing complex defense systems engineering, guiding compliance, and ensuring technical excellence through lifecycle management and stakeholder collaboration within Do...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Engineer comprehensive systems solutions for advanced DoD acquisitions, focusing on simulation and modeling. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance ISR SOF mission capabilities and support...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing systems engineering for high-stakes DoD acquisition programs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and certify complex requirements for NextGen airborne sys...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Innovate within a fast-paced environment by leading the integration and support of advanced biometric systems, focusing on collaboration across teams to ensure compliance, efficiency, and security thr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Pioneer the design and integration of advanced biometric systems within government environments, ensuring compliance and efficiency throughout the system lifecycle, while collaborating with multidisci...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $282K *

Engage in innovative research and development to create advanced software prototypes that meet mission-critical requirements in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deli...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing talent and overseeing systems engineering efforts for advanced aerospace projects, ensuring quality standards and best practices are met while enh...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Lead and shape the future of systems engineering in aerospace, overseeing a talented team while guiding design processes and standards for space systems. Collaborate on innovative projects, ensuring t...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team as a Lead Systems Engineer, overseeing systems engineering efforts and technical teams. Drive the development of innovative interceptor systems while managing budgets and ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$187K - $300K *

Provide critical engineering support for space system acquisitions, focusing on integration, testing, and sustainment. Collaborate with government and military partners to enhance national security th...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $285K *

Lead engineering initiatives across multi-disciplinary teams to ensure the successful design, development, and delivery of advanced Space Mission Systems. Drive quality and innovation while managing t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $245K *

Lead the way in ensuring product integrity and quality through advanced analysis, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration. Contribute to product development by guiding teams in quality imp...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $275K *

Lead the charge in advancing space systems capabilities, ensuring mission-critical development, integration, and sustainment for the U.S. Space Force and allies, enhancing national security through cu...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $220K *

Drive innovative solutions by leading system integration and testing activities from concept to certification. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop robust systems, ensuring clear requir...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $235K *

Support the integration of DoD and IC programs into a private cloud, ensuring successful onboarding with robust network transport and secure data exchange solutions while managing Agile processes acro...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $213K *

Invent cutting-edge mission systems by leading design and integration efforts. Collaborate across teams to ensure product excellence and satisfy customer needs while enhancing operational capabilities...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.