Senior Principal Systems Engineer

Now hiring for a Senior Principal Systems Engineer

Location: Austin, TX

Pay Rate: $97.67 per hour

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As a Senior Principal Systems Engineer, you will lead system quality initiatives across complex products, processes, and engineering programs. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks, resolve quality issues, validate system performance, and drive continuous improvement efforts that enhance reliability, compliance, and customer satisfaction.


Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Engineering, Computer Science, Quality Engineering, or a related technical field
• Advanced degree preferred

Experience Requirements

• Extensive experience in systems engineering, quality assurance, or reliability engineering
• Strong knowledge of system validation, testing, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving quality initiatives across complex programs
• Understanding of industry standards, regulatory compliance requirements, and quality management systems
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Job Duties

• Design, develop, test, and maintain system quality processes and standards
• Ensure products, systems, and processes meet defined quality and performance requirements
• Identify defects, assess risks, and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Conduct root cause analysis and drive resolution of complex quality issues
• Develop and execute system verification, validation, and testing activities
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and program teams to improve quality outcomes
• Monitor system performance and recommend enhancements to improve reliability and efficiency
• Support compliance initiatives and ensure adherence to applicable quality standards and regulations
• Analyze quality metrics and trends to identify opportunities for continuous improvement
• Lead quality reviews, audits, risk assessments, and process improvement initiatives
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship on quality engineering best practices

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods
• Ability to review technical documentation and analyze engineering data
• Occasional travel may be required based on project needs

Benefits vary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer. Examples may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)

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