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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$158K - $294K *

Lead change initiatives and develop long-term investment strategies to enhance operational efficiency, drive project management excellence, and support key strategic goals within a fast-paced aerospac...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $280K *

Advance your career leading the development of innovative space vehicles and missions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate technology and create impactful mission simulations in a fas...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $280K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of space technology by leading mission systems engineering for groundbreaking programs. Drive integration, develop simulations, and collaborate with senior leader...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $280K *

Champion innovative mission systems engineering solutions for pioneering space vehicles. Collaborate with leadership, develop simulations and mission plans, and maintain operational tools to enhance m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $280K *

Champion innovative space vehicle missions by integrating technology and leading teams. Develop simulations and mission plans, presenting findings to senior leadership while thriving in a fast-paced e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Optimize engineering processes by integrating modern technology and methods to enhance efficiency, collaboration, and technical quality. Collaborate with teams to streamline workflows and implement di...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $125K *

Unlock potential by leading the systems development lifecycle for strategic weapons control, overseeing design, integration, and certification of facility systems for the U.S. Navy's Columbia-class su...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Shape advanced technology project outcomes by leading electrical engineering design, managing system integrity, and collaborating across disciplines for mission-critical facility applications...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $250K *

Elevate your career by leading electrical designs for advanced tech facilities. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver safe, reliable systems while mentoring junior engineers and driving innovation...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $180K *

Elevate facility design by leading electrical engineering for semiconductor and advanced tech projects, ensuring reliability and compliance through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams while men...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $180K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you lead electrical design for advanced technology projects, focusing on high-reliability systems in cleanroom and critical infrastructure environments. Collaborate with...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Elevate software engineering solutions by architecting and integrating advanced testing platforms across diverse semiconductor environments, ensuring high-quality, reliable execution and fostering tec...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $138K *

Engage in the development and validation of Class III heart valve manufacturing processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive commercialization readiness, ensure compliance, and optimize producti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join us as a System Safety Engineer, leading the safety engineering efforts for complex military systems. Leverage your expertise to develop innovative solutions, collaborating with cross-functional t...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $185K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of National Security Space by leading complex systems engineering efforts and integrating diverse technical capabilities across multiple programs to enhance missi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $227K *

Lead and manage a diverse engineering team, fostering collaboration and excellence in technical baseline and training functions, while ensuring high performance across multiple programs within a dynam...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Champion the development and certification of Ship Control systems, leading cross-functional teams in testing, troubleshooting, and documentation to support naval operations and upgrades during overha...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $220K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior FPGA Developer, leading the architecture and implementation of cutting-edge FPGA systems for spacecraft, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver hi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $163K *

Advance your career by providing technical support for the installation and testing of the Trident II Submarine Launcher Subsystem, collaborating with a diverse team to ensure operational excellence f...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of aviation technology by analyzing client needs, developing comprehensive equipment proposals, and ensuring compliance with regulations to optimize air traffic solutions for global c...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Lead the Engineering team to ensure successful design execution while mentoring and developing staff, solving technical challenges, and enhancing processes for on-time, within-budget project delivery...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of advanced manufacturing by leading the development of innovative processes for reactor hardware. Collaborate across teams to drive efficiency, quality, and reliability in fabricatio...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative embedded systems for ultra-low-power wireless devices, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver robust products while ensuring quality, efficiency, and adherence to p...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$108K - $130K *

Unlock potential by spearheading cutting-edge cloud solutions, collaborating across teams to optimize infrastructures, and ensuring high availability and performance in diverse technology environments...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $190K *

Transform the future of AI by designing scalable, secure multi-tenant solutions. Lead innovative architecture and development for autonomous AI agents, ensuring compliance, operational excellence, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.