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.
$100K - $130K *
Lead the development and optimization of innovative focal plane array products by leveraging cross-functional collaboration, data analysis, and root cause investigation to enhance performance and yiel...
4 weeks ago
Senior Principal Project Engineer - Software (Onsite)
$132K - $251K *
Drive innovation by leading cross-functional teams in the development, integration, and testing of advanced software and hardware solutions for complex defense systems, ensuring project success within...
2 weeks ago
Senior Principal Engineer Software (DevOps)
$98K - $147K *
Transform software architecture and strategy in defense systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define requirements and drive mission success. Enjoy a 9/80 schedule with every other Frid...
3 weeks ago
Principal Software Engineer - Mission Systems
$160K - $200K *
Build and integrate advanced mission systems software to enhance military aviation capabilities. Collaborate with multi-site teams to ensure operational success through effective coding, testing, and...
2 days ago
Senior Electronic Systems Design and Analysis Engineer
$146K - $198K *
Elevate your career by designing and analyzing advanced electronic systems for commercial aircraft, ensuring seamless integration and compliance through collaborative innovation and rigorous testing...
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Senior Electronic Systems Design and Analysis Engineer
$146K - $198K *
Champion the integration of advanced electronic systems in commercial aircraft. Leverage your expertise to design, validate, and innovate cutting-edge cabin systems while collaborating with global sup...
Reposted 1 week ago
Principal Systems Engineer (Onsite)
$118K - $224K *
Serve as a Principal Systems Engineer directing the design and integration of cutting-edge training systems for military platforms, ensuring high-fidelity simulation capabilities for effective operato...
2 weeks ago
Principal Systems Engineer (Onsite)
$107K - $204K *
Join a team that's driving engineering excellence in advanced mission-communication programs. Shape technical direction and lead cross-functional teams, ensuring mission success through robust systems...
3 weeks ago
Senior Enterprise System Engineer
$160K - $200K *
Shape the future of RDT&E networks by designing and securing innovative enterprise solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance and seamless operation across diverse environments, c...
1 week ago
Principal Systems Engineer- Avionics Design & Integration
$133K - $170K *
Take ownership of comprehensive HMD design activities, leading cross-functional teams while engaging directly with customers. Utilize your expertise to influence product development and support busine...
1 week ago
$192K - $289K *
Lead technical oversight for an operational space program, ensuring mission success while managing engineering and stakeholder relationships within a dynamic environment...
2 weeks ago
Principal Electrical/Electronics Systems Engineer
$100K - $130K *
Unlock potential by providing senior technical leadership in shipboard electrical and thermal systems. Collaborate across various engineering disciplines to fulfill Navy standards, ensuring top-tier p...
1 week ago
Sr. Systems Engineering Manager
$148K - $266K *
Lead systems engineering efforts for major rail transit projects, fostering collaboration among diverse engineering teams. Oversee all phases from design to operational readiness, ensuring the integra...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $185K *
Innovate in cutting-edge technology as an RF Design Engineer, shaping advanced communication and signal analysis systems for space applications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to elevate RF...
1 week ago
$98K - $147K *
Drive the design and integration of advanced test data systems, ensuring effective data acquisition across various environments. Collaborate within cross-functional teams to enhance data management st...
3 weeks ago
Senior/Principal Systems Engineer
$140K - $195K *
Lead the design and development of complex power electronics systems, ensuring designs meet customer specifications while managing risks and resources effectively. Provide technical oversight and driv...
3 days ago
Principal, Engineering Project Management- Level 6
$151K - $266K *
Engineer the future as a Principal Engineering Project Manager, overseeing software development and release initiatives. Ensure project success through effective planning, coordination, mentoring, and...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $140K *
Drive innovation by crafting advanced electrical solutions in a dynamic team, from concept to production. Shape mission-critical embedded systems for defense by influencing architecture and ensuring h...
1 week ago
Principal Embedded Software Engineer
$120K - $150K *
Design and implement high-performance embedded software across aerospace computing platforms. Drive technical execution, lead Linux development, and mentor junior engineers to foster innovation and ad...
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$100K - $130K *
Reimagine systems engineering by leveraging your expertise across the lifecycle phases. Collaborate with government entities and ensure responsible technical integrity while managing stakeholder requi...
2 weeks ago
Senior Systems Engineer (Level 3)
$100K - $130K *
Elevate your career by bringing your expertise to a dynamic Service Desk team, engaging with customers, leading technical troubleshooting, and mentoring others while driving project success within a c...
4 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading the design of advanced mechanical systems in aerospace. Collaborate across interdisciplinary teams, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality standards while managing compl...
5 days ago
$177K - $265K *
Grow your engineering expertise by leading systems validation efforts, crafting verification plans, and ensuring technical compliance for cutting-edge projects in a collaborative environment. Join a d...
4 weeks ago
$177K - $265K *
Empower our team as you manage requirements and verification in a dynamic engineering environment. Collaborate across functions to ensure system integrity and support effective testing, while demonstr...
4 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Pioneer new solutions to enhance tactical network capabilities through innovative software engineering. Collaborate with teams to sustain, modernize, and optimize systems in dynamic environments, ensu...
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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.