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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$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex projects, enhancing team performance while managing scope, risks, and stakeholder expectations. Collaborate with engineering and product teams ensuring timely, ef...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $194K *

Empower naval aviation systems integration by coordinating Future Carrier program designs, integrating requirements, and supporting key functional areas for military aircraft operations and logistics...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $118K *

Elevate your career by tackling complex software engineering challenges in a collaborative environment. You'll oversee the software development lifecycle, work with diverse teams, and drive innovative...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K *

Shape the future of aerospace engineering by providing technical leadership for New Product Development, collaborating with integrated teams and customers to deliver innovative ducting solutions while...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $237K *

Join us to design and enhance sophisticated network infrastructures while optimizing system performance. Leverage your expertise in network engineering and administration to develop innovative solutio...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join us to lead innovative AI and data solutions, supervise teams, and drive strategic implementation across projects. Utilize your expertise in AI/ML to enhance operational capabilities while mentori...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Shape the future as a Mid-Level Systems Engineer supporting mission-critical solutions. You'll apply engineering principles to optimize systems across cloud and hybrid environments, enhancing the effe...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Join a team that's enhancing mission-critical geospatial intelligence solutions by delivering scalable systems engineering expertise across various government and federal platforms to support operatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the design and development of rugged electronic systems for military use, overseeing technical requirements, project management, and mentorship of junior engineers while interfacing with customer...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $198K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced multi-function sensor systems while collaborating across teams and driving innovative solutions within government-regulated environments. Emphasis on architectur...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $160K *

Drive innovative chemical process design and scale-up from lab to pilot plant, ensuring safety and effectiveness by collaborating across teams to advance iron production technology for a cleaner futur...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $100K *

Optimize your career by developing advanced control systems that enhance machine performance and operator experience. Collaborate with a dynamic engineering team, conduct simulations, and translate fe...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$161K - $218K *

Engineer high-performance big data systems by leading all software development phases. Tailor innovative solutions for complex challenges while mentoring a skilled team under Agile principles. US Citi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $130K *

Join us in shaping the future of AI and Data platforms, leading the deployment of secure capabilities in AWS. Drive platform vision, operational excellence, and user-centric experiences while collabor...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Drive the design and management of secure cloud infrastructures while collaborating across teams to enhance security monitoring and streamline operations using modern DevOps practices and tools...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced electrical systems, conducting design reviews, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams for high-quality p...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$115K - $173K *

Drive model-based system development by collaborating with diverse engineering teams. Utilize SysML to create and maintain architecture models, ensuring traceability and rigorous analysis in a classif...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Transform complex aerospace challenges into innovative thermal solutions. Leverage your thermal and fluid analysis expertise to enhance solid rocket motor design, contributing to cutting-edge aerospac...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $158K *

Engineer innovative AI/ML software solutions to advance health outcomes, collaborating with scientists to conceptualize, develop, and evaluate impactful research programs in a fast-paced environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $184K *

Drive program success by overseeing project planning, budgeting, and execution, ensuring milestones are met and organizational standards are upheld while collaborating with cross-functional teams to a...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $184K *

Lead the charge in managing complex programs from initiation to completion. Oversee planning, budgeting, staffing, and performance metrics to ensure successful outcomes while collaborating across depa...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of aerospace engineering, leading the design and development of advanced mechanical and optical systems. Drive innovation in laser systems and fiber optics, impacti...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to designing resilient mechanical systems for naval operations. Drive innovations from concept to deployment, ensuring mission success and real-world performance in dynami...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Transform the future of unmanned systems by leading integration efforts, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards while collaborating with diverse teams in a dynamic program environme...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Join a team as a Principal Systems Integration Engineer to lead integration efforts across Special Operations Forces. Ensure interoperability, perform risk assessments, and translate requirements into...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ 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.