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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$129K - $158K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance national security through innovative systems engineering. Collaborate across disciplines, focusing on requirements definition, system architecture, and integration for c...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining our Utilities team as a Senior Engineer, where you'll lead advanced power system studies and model development, guiding both internal talent and external clients to success...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Transform power systems through advanced EMT modeling and studies. Collaborate with leadership and clients to enhance growth and expertise. Mentor junior engineers while ensuring project quality and c...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading complex engineering projects, managing design processes, and mentoring teams in a collaborative environment, all while driving innovation and cost efficiency in the heavy i...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K - $251K *

Drive product success as a Senior Principal Electrical Engineer, leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions, manage program budgets, and ensure technical objectives are achieved th...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $172K *

Drive innovation by leading design programs for advanced lithography systems. Collaborate with engineers and product managers from concept development to product release, enhancing competitive edge th...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K *

Lead the development and integration of complex mission critical systems, collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative digital solutions and analytics, while maintaining high performance and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Help us drive excellence in embedded software engineering with your expertise in C/C++ and Python, managing small teams, and delivering reliable, scalable solutions on time and within budget. Your lea...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Join a dynamic team to lead embedded software development, leveraging expertise in C/C++ and Python. Drive technical proposals, manage project execution, and ensure high-quality solutions while foster...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transit power systems. Leverage your engineering expertise to oversee construction and commissioning, ensuring compliance and safety for high-impact projects w...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$128K - $192K *

Champion innovative optical metrology technologies while optimizing existing systems. Collaborate across engineering teams to validate specifications and enhance performance through experimental desig...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $172K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of semiconductor technologies by contributing your expertise in developing complex optical inspection systems. Drive innovation through collaboration and elevate...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $175K *

Transform the future of defense by leading innovative design of safety-critical systems, ensuring compliance with rigorous standards, and fostering collaboration across military sectors to enhance ope...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $175K *

Lead the design and technical development of advanced sensing and fuzing systems, ensuring compliance with military standards. Collaborate across teams to innovate solutions enhancing national securit...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Drive innovative AI solutions as a Senior Product Manager, collaborating cross-functionally to define vision and prioritize features while delivering end-to-end data analytics products to solve comple...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$162K - $203K *

Join a team that's redefining space communication systems. Collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment, supporting innovative solutions for the U.S. Space Force while leading integration and engine...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Transform healthcare by tackling complex technical challenges with a dynamic team. Design cloud-native infrastructures, modern privacy systems, and innovative integrations to enhance hospital efficien...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$132K - $251K *

Engineer advanced RF passive circuit solutions, leading design and validation efforts. Collaborate with technical teams to innovate and optimize antenna systems while ensuring compliance with industry...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $185K *

Pioneer innovative PWB/PCB designs, collaborating across teams to ensure manufacturability. Utilize cutting-edge CAD tools to create and revise engineering drawings while meeting industry standards an...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $266K *

Drive innovation in board and system hardware design, providing technical leadership across complex projects, optimizing for performance and manufacturability while bridging communications between cus...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $130K *

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

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Lead the charge in materials engineering, supporting process development and manufacturing activities, ensuring material selections meet operational and design criteria while collaborating with engine...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape and lead security programs as a Senior Principal Industrial Security Analyst, ensuring compliance with government standards and fostering strong relationships across departments. Drive assessmen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $184K *

Join a team that drives innovation in hypersonic systems, overseeing end-to-end engineering solutions while ensuring compliance with stringent requirements and collaborating with external partners to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $213K *

Champion innovative system interface solutions by leading integration and verification across complex space architectures, ensuring interoperability and compliance with evolving technical requirements...

Today

  •   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.