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.
$160K - $200K *
Deliver secure and scalable software solutions to enhance military aviation systems. Leverage advanced DevSecOps practices while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure software integrity...
3 days ago
Senior Environmental Test Engineer I
$90K - $120K *
Help us develop critical environmental test procedures for aerospace systems, ensuring safety and reliability. You'll improve efficiency and quality while troubleshooting hardware defects in a dynamic...
Today
$147K - $161K *
Manage the development and integration of advanced software, web, and hardware systems, overseeing the entire systems engineering lifecycle to ensure robust performance and functionality for diverse a...
Yesterday
Sr Staff Material Process Engineer
$151K - $227K *
Transform defense engineering by leading the Parts, Materials, and Processes effort for large-scale programs, ensuring compliance, driving supplier relationships, and mentoring junior engineers to mee...
4 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Champion process engineering excellence by overseeing complex projects from design to startup. Lead multi-discipline teams, ensuring compliance with codes and standards while delivering top-notch engi...
3 weeks ago
Sr Principal Cyber Systems Engineer
$156K - $234K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of national defense technology by integrating and deploying advanced cyber systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance operational capabilities while ensuri...
Yesterday
Sr Principal Cyber Systems Engineer
$142K - $213K *
Develop and implement cybersecurity solutions to support missile defense systems, ensuring system compliance and security integrity through active assessments, documentation, and risk management frame...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Engage in cutting-edge software development for Army systems, managing repositories and developing architectures that foster innovation. Collaborate with multi-contractor teams to deliver high-quality...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Champion rigorous software verification processes for robotic surgical systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure user-centric test strategies that enhance product quality and reliab...
1 week ago
$120K - $150K *
Accelerate our infrastructure evolution by owning and architecting cloud and on-premises systems. You will integrate multiple locations, enhance manufacturing operations, and drive secure networking i...
2 weeks ago
$79K - $138K *
Join us to ensure the reliability of manufacturing equipment while maintaining operational efficiency. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and implement preventative measures, enhancing production...
6 days ago
$154K - $278K *
Grow your career with a leadership role in designing and optimizing enterprise-scale dataflow architectures for mission-critical analytics across cloud and distributed environments...
2 weeks ago
Staff Systems Engineer - LTC Capability Lead
$177K - $265K *
Join a team that's redefining engineering solutions for advanced military systems. Lead diverse teams to ensure successful program outcomes, utilizing your expertise in systems engineering across the...
2 weeks ago
Ground System Architect Engineer/Sr. Ground System Architect Engineer
$117K - $226K *
Drive impactful solutions in space systems by leading architecture studies and collaborating cross-functionally to meet complex national security needs. Engage in performance assessment to enhance gro...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$85K - $135K *
Drive end-to-end delivery in enterprise systems management while ensuring smooth operational support and user-centric solutions. Thrive in a fast-paced environment by taking ownership of troubleshooti...
3 weeks ago
Principal Mechanical Engineer (Onsite)
$118K - $224K *
Unlock potential by leading the mechanical design of sophisticated navigation subsystems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative hardware solutions for government applications...
2 weeks ago
Ground System Architect Engineer/Sr. Ground System Architect Engineer
$117K - $226K *
Join a team dedicated to innovating space architecture solutions, driving cross-functional studies and assessments, and collaborating with a diverse set of customers to enhance national security space...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Ground System Architect Engineer/Sr. Ground System Architect Engineer
$117K - $226K *
Empower the future of space engineering by leading cross-functional teams in architecting innovative solutions, driving technical excellence in complex projects across national defense and civilian sp...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$80K - $130K *
Shape innovative software solutions by collaborating with development teams to create and refine model-based systems engineering architectures that enhance project outcomes and support comprehensive s...
Yesterday
$85K - $115K *
Lead the charge in designing, implementing and enhancing secure IT solutions across diverse on-premises and cloud environments. Collaborate with clients to deliver scalable infrastructure while provid...
3 weeks ago
Space Systems Senior Program Manager
$120K - $150K *
Champion mission success by overseeing all facets of a $25M+ space systems program, coordinating a diverse team to ensure timely product delivery and effective project management across multiple high...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Onsite)
$86K - $165K *
Transform production processes by delivering advanced engineering support, optimizing tool design, and enhancing manufacturing capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operation...
4 days ago
$90K - $120K *
Elevate your career by leading a skilled engineering team while enhancing manufacturing processes for defense products. Drive innovation, ensure quality, and foster a culture of continuous improvement...
Reposted 1 week ago
$120K - $150K *
Lead the charge in defining and developing cutting-edge avionics systems for spacecraft, ensuring integration and qualification across platforms while managing technical risks and mentoring a talented...
4 days ago
Sr. Principal Mechanical Drafting Design Engineer
$123K - $185K *
Lead the charge in designing ruggedized electronic equipment for military applications, collaborating within a high-performing team across multiple engineering disciplines, ensuring adherence to ASME...
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.