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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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$135K - $160K *

Inspire the future of space technology by shaping critical mission analysis and supporting program readiness through effective communication with stakeholders and rigorous technical delivery in a dyna...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of enterprise application support, leading operational excellence and technical strategy for a large-scale IBM mainframe environment. Drive performance enhancements...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $137K *

Drive innovation by supporting software integration testing and systems engineering for advanced electronic warfare systems, collaborating with a dynamic team on complex military projects while levera...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and development of innovative electrical and power management systems. Collaborate across teams to drive product innovation while ensuring compliance with ind...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $150K *

Explore complex electronic surveillance systems, leading design and development while balancing stakeholder interests. Drive innovation and technical excellence to support a safer world through advanc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $234K *

Join us to innovate Cybersecurity solutions through risk management and Agile methodologies. As a key engineer, collaborate with teams to enhance national defense capabilities and drive our digital tr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $234K *

Lead the charge in cybersecurity as a Principal/Senior Principal Cyber Systems Engineer. Drive innovation within our Specialty Engineering Team to enhance national defense capabilities using cutting-e...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Redefine the future of Electronic Warfare by leading cross-functional teams to develop and test advanced systems. Contribute to a dynamic environment where innovation meets execution, impacting nation...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Lead the development and execution of RF calibration solutions to optimize payload performance, collaborating across teams to innovate and maintain effective communication while managing complex tasks...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$177K - $265K *

Lead the charge in innovative systems solutions for complex challenges, overseeing multidisciplinary engineering teams to fulfill USAF Global Hawk objectives and ensure cohesive technical design and e...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $201K *

Unlock potential as you architect and validate complex embedded digital systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create reliable architectures and drive quality improvements in product de...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$177K - $265K *

Champion a global engineering team, delivering innovative solutions for complex USAF Global Hawk systems. Manage technical baselines and lead cross-disciplinary collaborations, driving systems enginee...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Lead innovative software solutions in a dynamic team, ensuring rigor in development and integration for advanced avionics systems, committed to performance and safety standards while fostering collabo...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Join a dynamic team as you leverage advanced signal processing skills to design, develop, and integrate algorithms for missile systems. Collaborate across engineering disciplines in an innovative envi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of AI by leading the design and development of advanced algorithms. Oversee team collaboration to enhance decision-making products for diverse markets, while driving continuous improv...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $152K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in manufacturing engineering, optimizing processes, and enhancing production efficiency. Utilize your expertise in Lean tools and data analysis to champion contin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$260K - $280K *

Champion the establishment of a Site Reliability Engineering function by building a talented team, enhancing incident management, and fostering an engineering culture that prioritizes reliability and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $237K *

Contribute to cutting-edge cybersecurity initiatives by managing and enhancing endpoint security systems, supporting integration of Linux and Windows environments in a hybrid mission context, and reso...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $270K *

Unlock your potential by overseeing the integration testing of complex aircraft software, ensuring robust performance through validated mission scenarios and system-level verification, all aimed at ac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative backup solutions by designing, implementing, and maintaining robust systems, addressing both physical and virtual environments, and serving as a vital resource for high availability...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in driving software development excellence by managing a high-performing engineering team, ensuring timely project delivery while upholding rigorous safety and compliance standards in...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Help us drive innovation in aerospace by designing advanced composite structures for NASA's launch vehicles and spacecraft. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing processes a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $220K *

Empower cutting-edge software solutions by leading a talented team of engineers focused on mission-critical systems. Drive innovation, workforce development, and strategic collaborations for national...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $147K *

Join our team to develop innovative embedded software solutions using cutting-edge methodologies, enhancing national defense systems while promoting a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, an...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.