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.
Senior Design Systems Engineer
$100K - $130K *
Transform user experiences by engineering scalable UI components across web and mobile platforms. Collaborate with design and engineering teams to consolidate legacy patterns into a cohesive design sy...
4 weeks ago
Senior Systems Engineer - Citadel
$100K - $130K *
Empower mission success as a Senior Systems Engineer, optimizing enterprise infrastructure and operational support in a secure DoD environment. Collaborate with cybersecurity and engineering teams to...
3 weeks ago
Senior Software Systems Integration Engineer
$120K - $150K *
Transform aerospace innovation by leading software systems integration, ensuring robust verification and validation for launch readiness while collaborating across engineering disciplines to achieve m...
1 week ago
Senior Engineer, Advanced Operations
$77K - $129K *
Elevate product innovation by providing engineering support for new product introductions and enhancing manufacturing processes, ensuring quality and compliance in a dynamic, hybrid environment...
1 week ago
$135K - $215K *
Innovate cutting-edge software solutions to tackle complex systems and enhance operational capabilities across multiple domains. Collaborate effectively with teams while ensuring compliance and perfor...
Yesterday
SENIOR SOLUTION-LEVEL SOFTWARE SYSTEMS ENGINEER
$100K - $130K *
Champion innovative system-level concepts to tackle complex challenges, collaborating with military and civilian teams. Drive solutions that enhance performance across multiple systems, ensuring align...
1 week ago
$135K - $215K *
Lead a dynamic team in developing complex software systems that tackle global security threats, focusing on analytics and real-time data processing while ensuring quality and compliance throughout the...
Yesterday
$148K - $266K *
Shape the future of architecture by leading innovative solutions and integration across critical operational environments, ensuring technical coherence and security in a fast-paced, dynamic setting wi...
1 week ago
$107K - $204K *
Drive advanced guidance and sensor technologies, leading multidiscipline engineering execution, ensuring alignment across teams to meet technical, schedule, and cost objectives while mentoring future...
4 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Empower innovation by leading NPI engineering efforts to enhance manufacturing processes and product quality through collaboration, problem-solving, and effective cross-functional engagement...
Reposted 1 week ago
Principal Mechanical Engineer - UAS Launch Systems
$155K - $195K *
Engineer cutting-edge mechanical systems for fixed-wing UAS launch operations. Drive innovation from concept design to field deployment, ensuring operational readiness and reliability across diverse s...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Drive your career with hands-on software development in semiconductor test systems. Lead the design and modernization of high-performance platforms, ensuring robust architecture and customer engagemen...
2 days ago
Senior Manager, Automation Engineering
$110K - $140K *
Lead innovative automation engineering initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes. Oversee a team of engineers, manage projects from concept to completion, and drive modernization efforts for impr...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Advanced Systems Test Engineer
$118K - $128K *
Join a dynamic team developing advanced autonomous systems for maritime applications. Leverage your UUV experience to design, implement, and test innovative technologies that enhance defense capabilit...
1 week ago
$85K - $135K *
Deliver comprehensive technology administration by optimizing systems, enhancing security, and supporting teams across the organization. Proactively drive improvements and safeguard operations for emp...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Grow your career by leading a team of electrical engineers, driving hardware engineering excellence, and influencing program execution in a dynamic environment focused on Electronic Warfare solutions...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Electrical Engineer (Avionics)
$145K - $175K *
Join a dynamic team as you take ownership of developing cutting-edge Avionic systems for next-gen space vehicles, manage a talented engineering group, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure high...
3 weeks ago
Senior Research and Development (R&D) Systems Engineer
$140K - $200K *
Join a team that's transforming wireless communication through innovative design, simulation, and prototyping. Empower your career in a hybrid work environment, collaborating with top engineers on cut...
3 weeks ago
Sr. Systems Engineer - Space Technologies
$100K - $130K *
Shape the future of space technology by developing critical systems engineering documentation and solutions. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure project success through rigorous analysis and integra...
2 weeks ago
$104K - $140K *
Take ownership of engineering projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery while leading cross-functional teams and liaising with various departments to meet customer specifications...
3 weeks ago
Senior Engineering Project Manager- SIGINT/ EW (DRT)
$150K - $192K *
Drive the technical direction and project oversight for innovative SIGINT/EW product development. Manage cross-functional teams, ensuring timely project delivery while maintaining high standards of qu...
1 week ago
Principal Software Engineer, Systems/Solutions Test
$172K - $349K *
Lead the strategy and execution of end-to-end testing for networking products. Drive quality initiatives, mentor teams, and establish robust validation practices in complex environments with a focus o...
Reposted today
Senior Principal Capital Integrated Product Team Lead (Onsite)
$132K - $251K *
Join a dynamic team to lead complex capital projects, overseeing costs and schedules while managing a multidisciplinary team. Drive execution and foster collaboration across functions, delivering inno...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in aerospace and defense, leading high-performance engineering projects for flight and engine control systems. You'll inspire talent and ensure compliance while c...
Reposted 2 days ago
$120K - $166K *
Drive engineering excellence by leading the Mechanical Engineering team. You'll mentor, coach, and manage resource planning to deliver high-quality designs on time and within budget while fostering te...
6 days ago
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.