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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$120K - $210K *

Join a team that's redefining space technology by designing cutting-edge optomechanical structures for satellite payloads, ensuring their stability and performance in extreme conditions from conceptio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Architect innovative electrical engineering solutions by integrating advanced network systems and signal processing expertise. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective design, development, and imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Pioneer developments in electrical engineering for human space exploration, ensuring astronaut health and performance. Collaborate across multiple programs and directorates to deliver innovative solut...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining aerospace propulsion systems for hypersonic vehicles. Drive innovation, collaborate across disciplines, and take ownership of complex propulsion challenges from design to...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Partner with us to transform Global Systems Integrators into advocates for scalable AI infrastructure and data modernization through innovative technical strategies and enablement programs, enhancing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $125K *

Advance your career by joining a team that leverages model-based systems engineering to develop innovative solutions for defense applications, directly impacting the safety and effectiveness of milita...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $120K *

Lead the design and implementation of innovative power systems for diverse industrial sectors. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure effective execution of elec...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $120K *

Join our Electrical Engineering team to lead innovative power system designs across diverse industrial facilities, guiding projects from concept to commissioning while mentoring junior engineers and c...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $130K *

Lead the integration of Model-Based Systems Engineering in complex system designs, guiding teams and stakeholders to implement effective practices that enhance system development, validation, and mana...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Oversee and develop engineering teams to design advanced flight and engine control systems. Drive best practices in systems engineering while managing resources and collaborating across functions to a...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $132K *

Take ownership of critical infrastructure by ensuring optimal operation of Industrial Control Systems (ICS). Collaborate with cross-functional teams to minimize downtime while staying current with ind...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$61K - $113K *

Unlock potential by joining a multidisciplinary engineering team to lead integration and testing of space-grade electronics. Ensure compliance with quality standards while collaborating with engineers...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $195K *

Join a team that leads the execution of funded government programs, where you will build processes, manage schedules, and ensure timely deliverables while collaborating closely with engineers and stak...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $231K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze, design, and develop digital electronics while ensuring product functionality and integration. Engage in prototyping, technical reviews, and documentation to drive innov...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$105K - $231K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your digital electronics expertise to analyze, design, and develop cutting-edge products. Play a pivotal role in creating high-performance systems, leading prototypes, a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Empower innovation by leading diverse engineering teams in cutting-edge R&D projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure program goals are met, while fostering strategic planning, risk management...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced software and simulation for missile systems, ensuring performance analysis meets requirements. Drive team efforts with full leadership responsibilities across mu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation in Advanced Electronic Warfare systems integration, ensuring alignment with architectural principles and digital engineering initiatives. Collaborate across teams while supporting mod...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Advance the integration and production of mission-critical edge computing platforms, ensuring that ruggedized systems meet operational demands across diverse environments. Collaborate across teams to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by bridging hardware engineering and production for mission-critical systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure the development and deployment of ruggedized computing solutions that...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $165K *

Lead the design and optimization of Enterprise network solutions, contributing to critical security initiatives. Engage in modernization efforts while ensuring robust documentation and system integrit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $155K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by designing and optimizing enterprise networks. Contribute to critical systems enhancing national security through innovative IT solutions that ensure performance, s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $287K *

Lead the development of pioneering advanced computational methods to elevate semiconductor design and manufacturing processes, leveraging GPU technology for industry innovation and accelerating time t...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $209K *

Transform the future of hardware engineering by guiding innovative designs, collaborating across disciplines, and delivering enterprise-level solutions with top industry technologies. Join a skilled t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Innovate and lead the design of electronic systems, focusing on low-current PCB development and embedded technologies. Collaborate across engineering teams to enhance product performance and contribut...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.