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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$130K - $170K *

Architect innovative mechanical systems for aerospace platforms, ensuring seamless integration and compliance with high operational standards. Collaborate across teams to push boundaries in design and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Engineer innovative HW/SW solutions by leading integration tasks, coordinating teams, and ensuring system functionality from concept to validation. Collaborate with experts to drive project success an...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $131K *

Join a team that's advancing national security through innovative digital design. As a Senior Digital Design Engineer, you'll lead projects, develop cutting-edge technology solutions, and collaborate...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Lead model-based systems engineering efforts, driving architecture, requirements, and interfaces with a focus on end-to-end traceability and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to ensure syst...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $225K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and optimization of satellite missions and LEO constellations. Influence architectural strategies, ensure mission performance, and advance innovative solutions a...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Launch your career by transforming GTM operations with AI-driven systems, enhancing team productivity and engagement while building impactful full-stack applications and workflows. Ideal for builders...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $245K *

Drive innovation in software engineering by developing resilient solutions for complex environments, from undersea to space. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams throughout the full software devel...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $148K *

Help us deliver cutting-edge defense solutions by leading test engineering efforts supporting sensor integration and air defense systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while ensuring efficie...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $125K *

Transform the future of naval infrastructure as you collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver secure, reliable solutions for U.S. Navy surface ships, leveraging your engineering expertise to troubles...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $213K *

Unlock your potential by leading integration and testing efforts for complex systems. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, conduct critical reviews, and drive improvements in test processes for a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Champion the execution of technical programs while driving innovation, maintaining cost efficiency, and ensuring stakeholder alignment through clear communication and robust project management from in...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$146K - $234K *

Advance crucial mission systems through comprehensive engineering leadership. Drive the full system lifecycle, from requirements analysis to deployment, while collaborating with stakeholders to delive...

4 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Tackle complex mechanical engineering challenges by leading teams to design, develop, integrate, and test advanced mechanical systems. Utilize expertise in Earned Value Management and collaborate with...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's advancing capabilities by capturing and managing metadata to enhance mission analytic workflows, ensuring comprehensive documentation and alignment across multidisciplinary teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Develop high-fidelity electrical system models and validate them through testing, influencing core architectural decisions for spacecraft power systems. Collaborate on design and analysis to ensure re...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $240K *

Pioneer advanced space systems engineering by leading technical evaluations and integrations, ensuring mission success through innovative solutions, and collaborating directly with government and cont...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by guiding the development and integration of cutting-edge applications. Collaborate in a dynamic team to enhance software capabilities, leveraging your expertise in both open source...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by developing cutting-edge applications utilizing open source technologies. Collaborate on innovative projects that require expertise in data processing and engineering while int...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $251K *

Innovate cutting-edge hardware solutions for autonomous systems in a fast-paced government contracting environment, ensuring technical excellence through collaboration with diverse teams to achieve na...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead and innovate in radar engineering, driving assessments and integrations of advanced radar systems for Air and Missile Defense initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance system capabili...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $151K *

Transform complex system designs as a Senior Digital Electrical Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and verify cutting-edge digital circuit boards. Contribute to innovative...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of aviation safety by integrating Risk Management into national operations, ensuring compliance with FAA policies, and driving enhancements that improve air traffi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $220K *

Join a team that leads innovative embedded systems development to enhance advanced technologies for vital defense applications. Drive team growth through mentorship while managing strategic projects a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $155K *

Elevate testing standards by leading a team in aerospace systems testing, ensuring quality and efficiency through expert analysis and collaboration. Drive innovation across electrical and mechanical d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $237K *

Elevate the future of space technology by leading the development of cutting-edge EO/IR sensors. Drive innovation across multi-disciplinary teams to transition prototypes to flight-ready systems, ensu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   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.