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.
$119K - $186K *
Engage in the development of complex medical devices by translating user needs into actionable requirements and ensuring effective design integration across engineering teams while maintaining a focus...
1 week ago
$177K - $250K *
Transform complex systems into effective solutions by leading and coaching multiple Agile Release Trains in a high-performance computing environment. Leverage your advanced systems engineering experti...
2 weeks ago
$70K - $95K *
Drive efficiency and optimize performance as you evaluate and qualify components. Take ownership of sourcing and managing materials while enhancing quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness in a fa...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Unlock potential by supporting spacecraft development through automation and CI/CD. Collaborate with software teams to enhance ground system autonomy while troubleshooting issues and streamlining oper...
Today
$90K - $120K *
Transform aircraft structure analysis by leveraging advanced techniques to ensure safety and compliance, collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide timely, quality engineering solutions for...
3 days ago
$90K - $120K *
Shape innovative solutions by leading complex stress analysis for aircraft structures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality in designs, driving safety and efficienc...
3 days ago
$85K - $110K *
Lead the enhancement of our IT infrastructure, ensuring resilience through disaster recovery, cloud solutions, and operational support. Balance strategic initiatives with daily technical support in a...
2 weeks ago
Senior Technical Product Manager - TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
$120K - $150K *
Join a team that's pioneering scalable infrastructure solutions to support AI and hybrid cloud environments. Leverage your technical expertise to guide impactful engineering projects and ensure compli...
2 days ago
Principal System Safety Engineer
$114K - $171K *
Shape the future of aerospace safety by developing and delivering vital safety products using MIL-STD-882. Collaborate on aircraft manufacturing processes and conduct thorough safety analyses to mitig...
6 days ago
Senior Test and Evaluation Engineer/Analyst
$103K - $218K *
Lead the charge in developing and executing test strategies for New Construction Aircraft Carriers, ensuring successful acquisition and compliance for a critical ACAT I program within a challenging en...
1 month ago
$132K - $165K *
Innovate robust solutions as you design and develop core modules for a next-gen data integration platform, enhancing life sciences data analysis from concept through release. Enjoy hands-on developmen...
3 weeks ago
Project Engineer - Acquisition Lead
$146K - $228K *
Drive the future of national security by leading acquisition projects in space systems. Partner with us to provide critical acquisition support, manage complex systems, and ensure efficient program ex...
2 weeks ago
Senior AI/ML Software Engineer
$146K - $234K *
Transform AI capabilities as a Senior Software Engineer, design and implement innovative solutions across the product lifecycle, and ensure robust performance in high-trust environments, all within a...
Reposted 6 days ago
Senior Structural Analysis Engineer
$126K - $209K *
Take ownership of complex structural analysis projects ensuring compliance and integrity throughout the vehicle lifecycle. Lead cross-disciplinary collaboration while applying advanced engineering pri...
Reposted yesterday
$162K - $252K *
Join our innovative team to develop cutting-edge firmware for low-power embedded microcontrollers. Collaborate across disciplines to create reliable, high-performance systems while honing your technic...
Reposted yesterday
$111K - $141K *
Join our team as a Systems Engineer II to support software and hardware development, ensuring reliable system performance through integration and collaboration across the entire engineering lifecycle...
Yesterday
Sr Mechanical Engineer - Electronics Packaging
$104K - $184K *
Drive innovation in mechanical engineering by designing electronics packaging with a focus on reliability and ruggedization. Collaborate across teams to solve complex challenges and ensure successful...
Reposted today
Senior AI/ML Software Engineer
$146K - $234K *
Develop cutting-edge AI systems while ensuring compliance and reliability. Engage in the full product lifecycle, from designing agentic workflows to implementing robust APIs and user interfaces, all w...
Reposted 6 days ago
$97K - $120K *
Drive innovation in complex systems integration, ensuring seamless collaboration across distributed networks while providing critical support for intelligence sharing in a fast-paced environment...
1 week ago
$120K - $150K *
Join a team that's redefining defense solutions through advanced modeling and AI/ML technologies. Collaborate with experts to enhance system performance and guide junior engineers in a dynamic, innova...
3 days ago
Principal Network/ Systems Engineer
$100K - $130K *
Champion innovative solutions as a Principal Engineer, tackling complex IT challenges and leading high-stakes integrations while ensuring operational excellence across government projects worldwide...
2 weeks ago
Principal Network/ Systems Engineer
$120K - $150K *
Engineer the future of IT infrastructure by solving complex challenges. You'll integrate cutting-edge technologies, lead critical troubleshooting, and apply innovative solutions that enhance performan...
2 weeks ago
Principal Network/ Systems Engineer
$100K - $130K *
Transform the future of IT infrastructure by leading complex system integrations and advanced troubleshooting in high-pressure environments. Your expertise will drive innovations in security and perfo...
2 weeks ago
Principal Network/ Systems Engineer
$100K - $130K *
Empower your career by leading complex systems integration and advanced troubleshooting. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enhance network performance and deploy emerging technologies...
2 weeks ago
Principal Network/ Systems Engineer
$100K - $130K *
Lead the charge in complex network systems engineering, ensuring robust integration, troubleshooting, and deployment of innovative technologies. Drive infrastructure automation and performance optimiz...
2 weeks 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.