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 - $239K *

Transform program management through effective leadership and operational excellence. Oversee production budgets and enhance quality control in manufacturing processes. Collaborate across teams to ens...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $269K *

Drive engineering excellence by coordinating project planning, design reviews, and technical developments across teams, ensuring alignment with company standards and client requirements. Unlock your p...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $269K *

Transform engineering projects through effective planning and execution, ensuring compliance and quality standards. Collaborate across all organizational levels to anticipate and resolve design challe...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $253K *

Empower your career by designing and developing innovative software solutions for space systems. Collaborate with a talented team, providing technical leadership while driving advancements in software...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $253K *

Lead the design and development of innovative software applications for space systems. Leverage extensive programming expertise to architect complex solutions, mentor engineers, and ensure adherence t...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $213K *

Lead the systems engineering, integration, and testing for airborne navigation systems. Ensure rigorous requirements management, integration planning, and execution while collaborating with cross-func...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $269K *

Shape the future of advanced satellite communications by leading systems integration, conducting trade studies, and driving test executions. Collaborate across teams to ensure top-notch hardware and s...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $269K *

Lead the integration of advanced HW/SW systems for national defense. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operation and delivery of cutting-edge MILSATCOM capabilities, while dri...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead customer-focused initiatives in designing and supporting advanced aircraft cabin systems, translating technical requirements into effective solutions while ensuring seamless customer engagement a...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in electrical engineering; design, develop, and test cutting-edge electrical components for commercial vehicles while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining electrical design with innovative circuit solutions. Collaborate across functions to create high-performance products, driving development from concept to production, whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$169K - $253K *

Lead the charge in architecting and designing complex distributed software systems for critical defense operations, ensuring integration and alignment with mission needs while mentoring junior enginee...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $266K *

Contribute to the development and implementation of DoD cyber operations policy, ensuring operational readiness and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance defensive strategies and workfo...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $144K *

Drive innovation by leading cross-functional teams in the full engineering design process, ensuring adherence to product requirements, cost goals, and quality standards while guiding designs from conc...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive interoperability solutions within defense systems. Oversee seamless integration of advanced technologies, ensuring compliance and collaboration across multiple stakeho...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that accelerates embedded software testing effectiveness by developing robust test plans, automating procedures, and collaborating with diverse engineering teams to ensure the quality and...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Empower innovation in Electronic Warfare by designing and testing advanced systems. Support diverse efforts including requirements management and system integration while ensuring compliance with gove...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $166K *

Make your mark at a pivotal role in modernizing secure private cloud capabilities within NATO. You'll execute automated tests and validate enterprise infrastructure integrity, collaborating with diver...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $235K *

Architect innovative avionics systems for satellites by leading design and collaborating with a diverse engineering team to create cutting-edge electronics that ensure reliability and performance in s...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $195K *

Empower innovation in space systems by providing critical testing and evaluation expertise. Collaborate with a dedicated team at the forefront of space technology, ensuring operational excellence and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $253K *

Lead and inspire multidisciplinary teams to design and enhance high voltage substations, ensuring projects meet budget and quality standards while engaging with clients and enhancing grid reliability...

5 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $253K *

Join a team that's dedicated to modernizing the electric grid through innovative design and engineering of high voltage substations. Lead project teams while ensuring quality, budget adherence, and cl...

5 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $253K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in utility transmission projects, managing engineers and designers while overseeing high voltage substations from concept through completion, ensuring efficiency...

5 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $253K *

Deliver high voltage substation projects by leading diverse teams in design, coordination, and execution, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and compliance with engineering standards. Join us in shap...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $253K *

Manage and grow a project team of engineers and designers to enhance high voltage substations. Lead project execution from design to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget while expanding...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.