Welcome to our category for Senior Principal Systems Engineer roles. You'll find a range of opportunities spanning from systems development to technical leadership.
As a Senior Principal Systems Engineer, you'll oversee system architecture, guide technical teams, and address the most complex engineering challenges.
Ladders values your high-level analytical, design and leadership skills. Join us, expand your career opportunities and land the job you're aiming for.
Senior Electronic Hardware Engineer
$90K - $120K *
Transform the future of electronic hardware development by leading the design and execution of innovative projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality solutions meet custom...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Spacecraft Avionics Engineer
$165K - $195K *
Apex is seeking a Senior Spacecraft Avionics Engineer to design and develop avionics systems and electrical components for satellite platforms. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional te...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Performance Analysis Engineer
$85K - $150K *
Drive the development of high-fidelity performance models for cutting-edge aerospace systems, guiding junior analysts and ensuring technical excellence across multidisciplinary teams while meeting pro...
Reposted 6 days ago
Sr. Deputy Program Manager Engineering
$160K - $177K *
Champion engineering excellence and program success by leading cross-functional teams. Oversee technical health, schedule integrity, and deliverables of a major maritime defense program, ensuring inno...
2 weeks ago
$140K - $187K *
Lead the delivery of innovative software solutions, enhancing engineering practices and promoting collaboration across teams to develop scalable applications and improve client engagement in a dynamic...
1 week ago
Sr. Systems Engineer (R&D Design Engineering)
$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 1 week ago
Sr. Principal Chief Engineer/IPT Lead
$135K - $203K *
Empower your career by leading an engineering team to transition designs to production. Oversee projects with high management visibility and collaborate across multiple functions while ensuring timely...
Reposted 2 days ago
IT Systems Engineer - Millennium Space Systems
$129K - $190K *
Join our team as we design and integrate complex IT systems, enhancing innovation and security at every lifecycle stage. Collaborate across divisions to optimize infrastructure and provide robust supp...
1 week ago
$120K - $150K *
Lead the mechanical design for spacecraft, guiding projects from proposal to testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance with requirements for successful...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Research Scientist - Advanced Systems
$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 6 days ago
Senior Electromechanical Engineer
$151K - $226K *
Advance innovative control systems in spacecraft and launch vehicles, serving as a technical authority while collaborating with diverse teams and ensuring top-quality standards. Contribute your expert...
3 days ago
Sr. Principal Mission Systems Electronics Engineer
$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...
1 week ago
Sr. Principal Mission Systems Electronics Engineer
$142K - $213K *
Lead mission systems design and integration for advanced defense platforms. Drive technical strategy, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with stakeholders to meet crucial operational objectives in...
1 week ago
Senior Cyber / DevOps Systems Engineer
$160K - $165K *
Unlock your potential as a Senior Cyber Security/DevOps Engineer! Drive innovation by engineering and optimizing secure, automated solutions in mission-critical environments with a focus on enhancing...
1 week ago
$146K - $234K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on automating data management for critical applications. Leverage strong analytical skills and software engineering expertise to extract insights and impro...
Reposted 6 days ago
Senior Principal Hardware Systems Engineer
$130K - $180K *
Engineer high-performance compute platforms for AI workloads by driving architecture and design of PCIe subsystems, GPU integration, and Ethernet networking. Collaborate with teams to deliver cutting...
2 weeks ago
Principal Embedded Linux Engineer
$170K - $200K *
Elevate embedded systems design by optimizing Linux platforms for mission-critical space applications. Collaborate across diverse engineering teams to drive innovation and solutions in FPGA-SoC integr...
1 week ago
$140K - $175K *
Transform satellite capabilities by owning RF mechanical designs from concept to qualification. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge hardware that meets internal and externa...
1 week ago
Senior Component Quality Engineer
$82K - $220K *
Join a team that's pivotal in ensuring the quality and integrity of electronic components. Collaborate with engineering and supply chain experts to drive standards and innovations, directly impacting...
2 weeks ago
Scientist, Systems Engineering
$100K - $130K *
Champion advanced technology innovations in radar systems and UAS. Lead product development through requirements management, integration, and performance analysis. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary...
4 weeks ago
Senior Principal Software Engineer
$96K - $251K *
Engineer robust cloud infrastructure by designing scalable File Storage Services. Collaborate in an agile team to innovate and enhance software applications, ensuring optimal performance in distribute...
6 days ago
$85K - $110K *
Transform the future of manufacturing by developing innovative processes for new products. Engage with R&D and production teams to enhance manufacturability and efficiency, while mentoring junior engi...
1 week ago
$77K - $128K *
Join a team that's paving the way in systems engineering for global communications. Contribute to innovative modeling projects, collaborate with experts, and ensure mission success through meticulous...
3 weeks ago
Senior Principal Advanced Systems Leader (Onsite)
$132K - $251K *
Pioneer cutting-edge R&D initiatives, leading multi-million dollar programs while fostering innovation and collaboration among teams. Empower researchers to solve complex technical challenges and achi...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager - Systems Engineering (Functional Validation)
$120K - $150K *
Unlock potential by leading aerospace system validation and verification teams, driving innovative solutions in satellite technology, and managing cross-functional projects within a dynamic and collab...
2 weeks ago
What does a Senior Principal Systems Engineer do?
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?
Skills commonly required include system design, team leadership, analytical thinking and knowledge in systems integration.
What industries hire Senior Principal Systems Engineers?
Industries like Technology, Aerospace, Defense, Telecommunications, and more require the expertise of Senior Principal Systems Engineers.