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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$79K - $147K *

Engage in systems engineering to drive the development of innovative launcher hardware, supporting various Navy platforms. Collaborate with a dynamic team to translate customer requirements into actio...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Design and develop advanced electronic circuits for innovative medical devices. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create solutions that enhance user experience, focusing on miniaturized bio...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in designing and integrating safety-critical control systems for unmanned ground vehicles, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure success in both prototype and production...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $164K *

Optimize secure systems engineering by leading innovative projects that integrate cutting-edge technologies while managing cross-functional teams to deliver efficient, high-quality solutions for criti...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in real-time embedded systems as a principal software technical leader. You'll mentor a skilled workforce, coordinate cross-functional efforts, and enhance system...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $220K *

Shape the future of digital circuit design by leading innovative solutions from concept to delivery, collaborating cross-functionally to optimize performance, power, and cost. Your expertise will be p...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate the evolution of enterprise telecommunications systems, leading design and optimization of voice, video, and network solutions while ensuring compliance and scalability in a dynamic environ...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$180K - $240K *

Partner with us to lead design, integration, and sustainment of geospatial mission systems software, focusing on radar and sensor data to enhance situational awareness for defense operations...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Advance your career by developing ATE test systems and software for production environments, collaborating with engineers to deliver high-quality, manufacturable solutions that meet strict schedule an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $160K *

Develop your career by engaging in critical system engineering tasks, working collaboratively with teams and users to ensure effective solutions, performance evaluation, and requirements management in...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to systems engineering excellence through Agile methodologies, ensuring seamless coordination, precise requirement management, and robust technical documentation for mission success in comp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in transforming SIGINT data collection and analysis by executing systems engineering processes and collaborating across diverse teams to enhance enterprise data representation within m...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's leading innovative systems engineering efforts to enhance SIGINT capabilities. Collaborate across disciplines and methodologies to optimize data flow systems while supporting missio...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $175K *

Transform disparate data into a unified, governed platform. Lead the design and implementation of advanced AI-driven solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and data access for teams across the co...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Deliver innovative test solutions for semiconductor systems, leading technical engagements and ensuring seamless integration. Collaborate with customers to optimize designs and drive successful implem...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $185K *

Shape the future of space technology by leading structural analysis for nuclear systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure the resilience and performance of cutting-edge space hardware through rigoro...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $198K *

Elevate your engineering career by designing cutting-edge Wi-Fi networks for industrial environments. Collaborate with experts to solve complex RF challenges and ensure seamless connectivity in large...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$193K - $251K *

Contribute to the development of innovative RF solutions by designing reference architectures, optimizing circuit performance, and supporting customer integration to enhance product adoption in variou...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$86K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of air traffic control by providing systems engineering expertise, conducting analyses, and developing next-gen solutions for weather systems in aviation. Your co...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$144K - $210K *

Champion the engineering of advanced unmanned aircraft mission systems. Drive architecture development, oversee integration, and ensure compliance to deliver mission-critical capabilities in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the reliability and performance of critical systems at a national security facility. Your expertise will drive innovation and safety in nuclear technology and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $234K *

Join us in driving strategic plans and managing advanced tech projects, ensuring oversight and alignment with corporate goals. Leverage your communications and analytical skills to support leadership...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $140K *

Unlock potential by supporting mission architecture and defense initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze requirements, develop systems models, and document technical processes for critica...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Build innovative mixed-signal circuit boards and systems for advanced MRI technology. Lead design, debugging, and integration efforts, collaborating across disciplines to ensure high-quality, reliable...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Unlock your potential in this dynamic role, leveraging 20+ years of systems engineering expertise to drive impactful solutions for the intelligence community while navigating complex legal frameworks...

Reposted today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.