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Full Time Lead Systems Engineer Jobs in Seattle, WA

Blue Origin

Lead System Engineer- Mk1

Seattle, WA · On-site

Blue Origin is seeking a highly experienced Level 5 Lead Systems Engineer to serve as the vehicle-level technical leader for MK1-102 , the mission that delivers NASA's VIPER rover to the lunar ...

Blue Origin, LLC

Lead System Engineer- Mk1

Seattle, WA · On-site

Blue Origin is seeking a highly experienced Level 5 Lead Systems Engineer to serve as the vehicle-level technical leader for MK1-102 , the mission that delivers NASA's VIPER rover to the lunar ...

Blue Origin, LLC

Mk1 Mission CONOPS Lead

Seattle, WA · On-site

$145K - $203K/yr

The Mission Lead works closely with Lead Systems Engineers, Mission Operations, and Functional/Performance Responsible Engineers to define mission activities, develop detailed timelines, run trade ...

Blue Origin

Mk1 Mission CONOPS Lead

Seattle, WA · On-site

$145K - $203K/yr

The Mission Lead works closely with Lead Systems Engineers, Mission Operations, and Functional/Performance Responsible Engineers to define mission activities, develop detailed timelines, run trade ...

Utter Associates Inc

Systems Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

The Systems Engineer is a full-time position that performs systems engineering, product ... Work with Integration Lead to ensure all installation teams are properly prepared for the ...

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How much do full time lead systems engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time lead systems engineer in Seattle, WA is $226,840.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $190,000.00 and $287,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Lead Systems Engineer vs Systems Engineer?

AspectFull Time Lead Systems EngineerSystems Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; often certifications like CISSP, PMPBachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Work EnvironmentLead role in project teams, coordinating multiple engineers, often in corporate or government settingsIndividual contributor role, supporting system design, implementation, and maintenance
Employer & Industry UsageTechnology, defense, aerospace, government agenciesIT, telecommunications, manufacturing, technology companies

The Full Time Lead Systems Engineer typically oversees projects, manages teams, and ensures system integration, whereas the Systems Engineer focuses on designing and implementing systems without managerial responsibilities. Both roles require technical expertise, but the lead position emphasizes leadership and coordination.

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Lead Systems Engineer

North Star Staffing Solutions

Mill Creek, WA

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Job Description
 The scope of responsibility spans the entire product development lifecycle from elicitation of
customer requirements, through design, development, validation/verification approval,
customer acceptance, and production.
The EPS Applications Lead Systems Engineer is responsible to:
Elicit all customer requirements
Lead or support activities to analyze requirements and synthesize design of a system which
meets the customer requirements, as well as legislative, safety and other internal
requirements
Generate and maintain Product Compliance Matrix (PCM), gap analysis, and gap-closure action
plans for all customer and system-level requirements
Generate system functional, architecture and subsystem functional requirements documents for
flow down to subsystem/component teams establish bilateral traceability of requirements from
system down to lowest-level implementation
Lead or support analysis activities as required - DFMEA, DRBFM, PFMEA, etc.
Generate verification & validation (V&V) plans to establish bilateral traceability and ensure all
requirements are met at subsystem, system integration, top-level system, and vehicle levels
Approve results from verification & validation (V&V) activities support customer PCM
review/approval
Lead or support product development Issue tracking, resolution, closure documentation
Establish system-level manufacturing and assembly "end-of-line" test requirements and limits
Lead or support impact analysis for product or requirement change requests received mid-
development cycle, which may affect fit/form/function subsequent impact to cost or timing
Deliver system work products in support of the  Safety Process
Define vehicle "hazard" testing conduct, analyze data, document, and review with VM customer
Lead or support development of new features, functions, diagnostics, verification tests, etc. as
required


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