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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$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at leading oil & gas projects as a Senior Engineer for control systems, overseeing DCS, instrumentation, and process analyzers. Collaborate with diverse teams, ensuring project exe...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $160K *

Champion the design, modernization, and security of critical enterprise networks, ensuring operational continuity for government communications. Lead multiple complex projects, providing expert guidan...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $119K *

Contribute to innovative mechanical testing solutions by analyzing data, managing projects, and developing novel test methods for wafer and reticle handling products within a dynamic, collaborative en...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $204K *

Join a dynamic team to lead project management efforts, ensuring timely execution and high-quality deliverables. Drive innovation through technical execution, system integration, and cross-functional...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive the future of aerospace by leading test engineering efforts in innovative propulsion systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance safety and performance, mentor engineers, and tr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $137K *

Lead cross-functional teams to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness. Collaborate with engineering, program management, and defense stakeholders to ensure successful execution of technical obje...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $137K *

Transform advanced engineering practices while leading teams in cutting-edge technologies. Analyze system requirements, manage budgets, and ensure mission success across programs and stakeholders for...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $224K *

Optimize your career as a Principal Engineer by leading cutting-edge aviation communications projects, collaborating with government clients, and ensuring compliance with technical requirements while...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $224K *

Join a team that's advancing radar technology by integrating systems, troubleshooting hardware/software, and executing test plans. Collaborate through challenges in a hands-on lab environment and cont...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive collaboration and innovation in systems engineering for missile defense, focusing on the THAAD system. Engage with international partners, analyze designs, and present findings to enhance defens...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead critical initiatives in space superiority and warfighting by managing system requirements and engineering practices, while collaborating closely with cross-discipline teams and stakeholders to en...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform spacecraft performance through innovative thermal design and analysis, ensuring optimal thermal management from concept to flight. Collaborate across engineering teams to deliver outstanding...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead end-to-end system development as an Agile Scrum Master, optimizing design alternatives and conducting trade analyses to enhance overall system efficiency throughout its life cycle...

Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $138K *

Empower innovation as a Senior RF Engineer, leading RF modeling and simulations while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance satellite connectivity and secure data transmission capabilities acros...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $203K *

Deliver excellence in systems engineering by managing requirements, ensuring robust architecture, and collaborating effectively across teams to drive successful system integration and validation withi...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $276K *

Drive organizational success by leading a diverse engineering team, ensuring technical performance, and strategizing future projects to meet dynamic business needs. Collaborate across functions to enh...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Contribute to the design, implementation, and management of server infrastructure, ensuring reliability for business applications while providing advanced support through monitoring and problem resolu...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $204K *

Transform avionic software solutions by designing and testing safety-critical embedded systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative electronic systems for aircraft communica...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $140K *

Elevate business infrastructure by designing & deploying Azure, M365, and hybrid solutions. This role blends technical expertise with customer service to create and manage cloud architectures, ensurin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Engineer and deploy robust Azure and M365 solutions, ensuring seamless integration and optimal functionality across hybrid data center environments while providing technical support and guidance throu...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $150K *

Innovate and take ownership of complex mechanical designs for VIP aircraft interiors, ensuring compliance with FAA standards while optimizing for cost and quality. Collaborate within a dynamic team to...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $198K *

Innovate and empower mission objectives into clear system designs for defense applications. Collaborate with teams to model threats, analyze behavior, and support design reviews, ensuring technical so...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $198K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative systems solutions that integrate complex requirements and ensure rigorous testing, validation, and operational excellence across all phases of...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $178K *

Join a team that's innovating the future of satellite communications by contributing to system design, integration, and testing. Collaborate across disciplines and make a significant impact in Ground...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $178K *

Advance satellite communications systems by leading the design, integration, and testing of vital ground segments. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure system requirements are effectively met in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.