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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$107K - $195K *

Drive the development and testing of complex military electronic systems, ensuring adherence to stringent performance and reliability standards. Lead integration and validation activities in a multidi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Drive innovation in electrical engineering by leading projects from design to testing for advanced defense and commercial systems. Mentor teams and ensure functionality while meeting performance, cost...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Join a dynamic systems engineering team to lead GEOINT ground initiatives, driving agile processes and technical capabilities to enhance mission performance and efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholde...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining space technology by designing innovative electrical systems for telescopes and orbital hardware, collaborating across disciplines to ensure cutting-edge performance and r...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $237K *

Join an innovative team to develop and maintain critical systems and software. Utilize your expertise in Agile methodologies, cloud platforms, and a variety of programming languages as you lead projec...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing network performance and quality assurance. As a Senior Systems Engineer, collaborate with teams to enhance system integrity, analyze complex designs, and deliver effectiv...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $120K *

Empower the future of space capabilities by leading technical solutions in a dynamic, responsive environment. Collaborate across teams to deliver cutting-edge cryptographic and communication technolog...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Advance firmware design through C++ programming on ST MCUs. Collaborate in circuit design, develop testing GUIs with Python, and utilize testing instruments effectively. Ensure accurate documentation...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive system-level innovation by integrating mechanical, electrical, and software domains into cohesive platforms, delivering high-performance solutions while ensuring architectural integrity and comp...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $174K *

Shape the future of systems engineering by leading complex projects, managing cross-functional teams, and driving compliance with Air Force standards. Your expertise will ensure the successful deliver...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $195K *

Unlock your potential by leading systems engineering for advanced spacecraft, ensuring mission success through requirements management, integration, and validation. Drive technical excellence and coll...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$163K - $251K *

Engineer innovative solutions as a Senior Systems Engineer, focusing on Linux and advanced networking. Drive robust network operations while collaborating with a dynamic technology team to meet evolvi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $251K *

Join our team to ensure mission continuity through collaborative system engineering, focusing on requirements gathering, deployment, and compliance. Apply your Agile expertise and technical skills to...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $250K *

Lead the charge in providing expert advice across all project stages to enhance acquisition processes, ensuring technical excellence and risk reduction while supporting advanced technology integration...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading the architecture and operation of advanced cloud environments, overseeing physical deployments, optimizing Kubernetes platforms, and guiding cross-functional teams in a hig...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $156K *

Champion the development of complex embedded software solutions in diverse applications, driving innovation through multidisciplinary teamwork and independent problem-solving for mission-critical soft...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $111K *

Drive the development and enhancement of simulation systems for Fleet Ballistic Missile programs, managing requirements and testing within a collaborative, cross-functional team environment to support...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $200K *

Engineer cutting-edge algorithms for wireless systems in LEO satellites, optimizing performance and reliability. Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate solutions and ensure robust communication a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Unlock new possibilities in network and systems engineering. Collaborate with teams to translate customer needs into innovative solutions, design robust infrastructures, and drive the integration of a...

2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Support the systems engineering life cycle by collaborating with customers to document requirements, manage risks, and evaluate solutions. Play a critical role in delivering innovative outcomes across...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in defining innovative technical architectures for unmanned systems, bridging Product Management and Engineering to deliver mission-critical capabilities, while ensuring rapid developm...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$209K - $261K *

Make your mark at the forefront of unmanned systems engineering by leading the architectural design and integration processes of complex aerospace solutions through comprehensive modeling and stakehol...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join and elevate defense initiatives by providing senior systems engineering support to multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring product success through expert guidance in all lifecycle phases and effective...

4 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $220K *

The Senior Design Transfer Systems Engineer at Draper will lead the technical program industrialization for various products, ensuring successful design transfers from development to manufacturing. Th...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $224K *

Shape the future of multidisciplinary engineering by leading a complex development program, integrating hardware and software systems while mentoring teams and ensuring performance alignment from conc...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.