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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$111K - $185K *

Shape the future of design by leveraging your expertise in PCB fabrication, managing complex projects that integrate advanced technologies and processes. Your leadership will drive innovation and qual...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Bring your expertise to a dynamic aerospace environment, leading innovative display technology projects. Collaborate with engineers and drive product architecture that meets high standards for both mi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $236K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge medical device systems from concept to launch, utilizing advanced engineering methods to deliver innovative digital solutions that enhance healthcare deliver...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Innovate solutions by evaluating production processes, implementing design improvements, and managing mechanical documentation to enhance utility infrastructure and ensure compliance with regulatory s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Design and integrate complex electrical/electronic systems, facilitating advanced projects in radar, signal processing, and electronic warfare, while ensuring compliance with DOD requirements and secu...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Join a dynamic team as you architect innovative hardware solutions for avionics. Influence all phases of development while mentoring peers and setting standards for cutting-edge, safety-critical syste...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Engage in improving systems for the Bookings to Commissions flow, developing data pipelines and environments. Collaborate across teams to enhance territory planning, quota distribution, and reporting...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Engineer innovative design solutions for both metallic and non-metallic aircraft structures while collaborating across teams to ensure regulatory compliance and safety standards are met in a fast-pace...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$253K - $379K *

Transform the future of autonomy systems by leading cross-functional collaboration, defining requirements, and ensuring robust safety architecture for next-gen L3/L2+ vehicles. Join us to shape the ev...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$253K - $379K *

Elevate the next generation of autonomous vehicle systems by defining requirements, collaborating on architecture, and ensuring safety. Contribute your expertise to high-level systems engineering and...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$253K - $379K *

Accelerate progress at developing next-gen autonomy systems, leading hardware/software architecture, defining requirements, and ensuring compliance with functional safety standards while collaborating...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Transform your engineering career by designing solutions for complex aircraft structures, ensuring safety and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate and support product...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $163K *

Lead rapid integration of complex ground software, conduct training, and ensure effective delivery to Spacecraft Operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive innovative solutions in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Contribute to vital Air Defense programs by troubleshooting, testing, and enhancing system performance through detailed analysis and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring effective int...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Empower a team of engineers by leading Human Factors programs to enhance user experience, safety, and compliance across complex systems. Drive collaboration while mentoring junior engineers in a dynam...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $197K *

Design innovative software systems for aerospace, leading cross-functional teams and optimizing performance while ensuring quality standards in a fast-paced, collaborative environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $93K *

Empower aircraft design by creating and modifying essential electrical systems, including in-flight entertainment and communication systems. Collaborate on architecture development, testing, and ensur...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $93K *

Join us in designing cutting-edge electrical systems for VIP/VVIP aircraft, ensuring compliance with FAA standards. Collaborate with engineering teams to develop innovative solutions and contribute to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $185K *

Innovate and lead the design and development of complex software systems, collaborating effectively across functions to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that meet business objectives while mai...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Drive the success of electrical change requests for a high-profile U.S. Navy weapon system. Collaborate across teams, ensure seamless subsystem interfaces, and support the Strategic Systems Programs w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Drive engineering excellence in test solutions for semi-automated product testing. Lead diverse teams, manage projects, and innovate to support life-cycle testing of complex electronics, enhancing nat...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading systems engineering efforts in a diverse team focused on optimizing manufacturing and production flow for vault modernization. Collaborate on complex challenges while en...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing robust security architectures and implementing advanced countermeasures. Collaborate onsite to deliver innovative, defense-in-depth solutions for complex systems while ad...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Analyze network performance and optimize design for next-gen weapon systems. Collaborate closely with architects to integrate systems in dynamic environments, ensuring all engineering tasks meet evolv...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Tackle complex security challenges by designing and implementing advanced architectures. Collaborate closely with teams to deliver defense-in-depth solutions that align with government standards and l...

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  •   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.