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.
$153K - $230K *
Inspire innovation by leading a dynamic engineering team in systems engineering, driving program execution, and mentoring talents to develop advanced maritime solutions...
Today
$90K - $120K *
Help us transform stakeholder needs into innovative systems solutions. Lead early-phase activities of the Systems-Engineering Development Lifecycle, developing concepts and managing requirements for a...
1 week ago
$90K - $120K *
Shape the future of systems engineering by leading design phases, developing system concepts, and ensuring stakeholder requirements are met. Collaborate with integrated teams to deliver innovative sol...
1 week ago
$100K - $140K *
Unlock your potential as a Senior Systems Engineer by delivering expert systems engineering services and shaping acquisition strategies within DoD and IC environments, ensuring successful program outc...
4 weeks ago
$115K - $145K *
Unlock potential by delivering expert systems engineering services for DoD and IC acquisitions. Engage in project reviews, manage contracts, and support acquisition strategy formulation while enhancin...
4 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Elevate your career by leading the engineering of complex systems, ensuring operational sustainment and integration of RF-enabled solutions. This senior role offers a unique opportunity to innovate wi...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Join a team that drives innovation in complex systems engineering, ensuring operational readiness for advanced RF-enabled solutions. Leverage your expertise to lead integration efforts, establish tech...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Lead the charge in electrical design projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, establishing client relations, ensuring code compliance, and mentoring junior engineers to deliver successful...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Optimize and support critical federal identity management systems with cutting-edge tools. Drive system reliability and compliance while ensuring the protection of sensitive information in a secure en...
6 days ago
$120K - $150K *
Pioneer innovative solutions in a multi-crate Rust workspace, ensuring robust performance and zero-panic execution across defense-critical applications while leading the architecture for multi-site de...
Reposted today
Principal / Senior Principal Engineer - Solid Rocket Motors
$120K - $150K *
Deliver innovative propulsion solutions by leading the transition of low-cost solid rocket motor technologies into operational systems, driving advancements from development through flight test phases...
1 week ago
Systems Engineering Lead Senior Staff (SkunkWorks) - Level 5
$128K - $226K *
Unlock innovation by leading high-performance teams in advanced aircraft systems development, ensuring program success through effective management of costs, schedules, and technical performances whil...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $200K *
Pioneer the development of next-gen neurotech hardware by architecting complex consumer electronics systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive designs from concept to production, optimi...
1 week ago
Senior Principal Mission Engineer
$120K - $150K *
Transform national security by collaborating with experts on cutting-edge satellite and ground system development for missile warning, tracking, and defense. Apply your innovative engineering skills t...
1 week ago
Senior Principal Mission Engineer
$120K - $150K *
Shape the future of national security by providing systems engineering expertise to develop and assess satellite and ground system programs for missile tracking and defense. Collaborate on complex mis...
1 week ago
Production Engineering Senior Manager
$138K - $243K *
Shape the future of production engineering by leading a dynamic team dedicated to delivering innovative solutions in manufacturing processes and automation within a classified program framework...
4 weeks ago
Senior Thermal Systems Engineer
$79K - $158K *
Join a dynamic team to develop and optimize advanced chiller systems, ensuring high performance and reliability through innovative design and cross-functional collaboration to meet customer and market...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Join a team that's leading advanced systems engineering for mission-critical Army projects. This role combines technical leadership with collaboration across disciplines to enhance system performance...
1 week ago
$120K - $150K *
Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge FPGA verification environments. Engage with teams to enhance processes while mentoring junior engineers, all to ensure the safety of advanced electronic syst...
Reposted 5 days ago
Specialist, Systems Engineering
$85K - $135K *
Transform EMI testing and design procedures while leading projects to enhance quality and compliance. Engage with teams to provide technical guidance, ensuring adherence to standards and executing con...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of national security by architecting innovative systems for complex Computer Network Operations, enhancing cybersecurity capabilities and guiding multidisciplinary...
3 days ago
Senior/Principal R&D Systems Engineer - Special Programs, Onsite
$139K - $280K *
Champion national security innovation by leading multidisciplinary teams to develop advanced capabilities, driving design and implementation processes that impact mission performance and support criti...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $150K *
Champion innovative solutions by evaluating parts and managing compliance processes in electrical and electronic assemblies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to specificatio...
3 weeks ago
$112K - $169K *
Architect innovative solutions by designing and developing hydromechanical systems for industrial gas turbines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure top-tier product quality and drive nex...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Principal Electrical Engineer (2026-065)
$152K - $242K *
Lead the charge in innovative electrical design for aerospace power systems. Utilize advanced power conversion technologies to develop and certify in-seat power supplies, providing mentorship and driv...
3 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.