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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$95K - $245K *

Transform complex challenges into innovative solutions by leveraging advanced digital engineering methodologies and multidisciplinary expertise across diverse domains, fostering collaboration, and lea...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $152K *

Drive innovation in advanced imaging technology as a Senior Technical Leader. Oversee project success by ensuring technical excellence and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to meet customer...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $198K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing mission success through innovative systems engineering. You will lead an Agile team, collaborate cross-functionally, and ensure robust product delivery that m...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Champion innovative software solutions to tackle complex defense challenges. Collaborate with top engineers to enhance capabilities in communications, navigation, and electronic warfare, impacting glo...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $157K *

Lead the development and integration of avionics hardware for spacecraft, encompassing critical command and data handling and power systems. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure robust performance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $91K *

Develop, secure, and support critical infrastructure hardware solutions for U.S. Navy systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment. Contribute to the full systems en...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Optimize your career by designing and testing cutting-edge RF electronics for satellite communications. This role involves managing the entire lifecycle of RF hardware, ensuring its functionality and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Optimize program performance by developing tools for analysis, collaborating across teams, and translating insights into actionable tasks. Leverage software engineering skills to assess system effecti...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $155K *

Elevate submarine capabilities by defining system architecture and processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze requirements and enhance imaging solutions, ensuring mission-critical d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $195K *

The Sr. Space Systems Engineer SME will lead the design and evolution of end-to-end space system architectures, ensuring alignment with mission objectives and resiliency requirements. This role requir...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

The Sr. Space Systems Engineer SME will lead the design and evolution of end-to-end space system architectures, ensuring alignment with mission objectives and resiliency requirements. This role requir...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $173K *

Engage in the design and development of spacecraft structures by leading a skilled team, generating critical engineering drawings, managing project schedules, and enhancing structural product processe...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to high-performance system delivery by designing, implementing, and maintaining robust solutions in UNIX and Windows environments. Collaborate across teams, automate processes, and enhance...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Collaborate to define, validate, and scale high-power electrical architectures, ensuring seamless integration of energy systems. Drive supplier relationships and testing campaigns while optimizing for...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$132K - $198K *

Bring your expertise to a dynamic team focused on innovative software solutions for defense applications. Drive the development of advanced algorithms using C++ and Python while collaborating on chall...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovation in robotics by developing, testing, and optimizing automated machinery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and safety in manufacturing processes through adv...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $247K *

Shape the future of unmanned systems by leading a talented engineering team, driving innovative solutions, and collaborating across disciplines to ensure compliance and performance in both defense and...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Partner with us to shape the future of aerospace through innovative systems engineering and collaboration on defense projects. Engage directly with complex systems and mentor teams to enhance mission...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $195K *

Accelerate progress at complex spacecraft designs through systems engineering. Lead ConOps, requirements flowdown, and system verification. Collaborate across teams to ensure design compliance and sup...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $131K *

Shape the future of quality management systems by leading their implementation, execution, and continuous improvement across multiple sites. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processe...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead strategic technical initiatives in advanced embedded hardware development, driving innovation and ensuring design quality in complex aerospace and defense systems. Collaborate across teams to est...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $147K *

Accelerate progress at our facility engineering team, managing critical projects and driving innovative design for essential industrial systems. Collaborate closely with engineers to ensure timely, hi...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Champion model-based systems engineering by driving requirement development and adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the system lifecycle to ensure customer needs are met with...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $140K *

Drive the development of innovative embedded systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain real-time firmware for cutting-edge products. Mentor engineers and en...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$103K - $155K *

Engage in systems engineering for defense simulations, collaborating with experts to enhance missile defense tools. This role offers a chance to work on cutting-edge technology and develop processes t...

Reposted today

  •   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.