Systems engineers design, integrate, and maintain the complex systems that organizations rely on. Their work can span software, hardware, networks, cloud platforms, and operational processes. Browse vetted Systems Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.
Systems engineers connect technical components and teams to ensure a complete solution meets business and user needs. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include gathering requirements, defining system architecture, integrating hardware and software, monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, and planning upgrades. Some positions focus on enterprise IT and cloud infrastructure, while others support products, aerospace, defense, telecommunications, or industrial systems.
Employers often seek experience with systems architecture, requirements analysis, systems integration, networking, operating systems, cloud platforms, automation, and cybersecurity. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are also important, since systems engineers coordinate across engineering, operations, product, and security teams. Specific requirements vary by industry and seniority.
Systems engineers may advance into senior or principal engineering roles, systems architecture, technical leadership, infrastructure engineering, or engineering management. Career paths depend on specialization, experience, and the systems an organization builds or supports.
Search Systems Engineer openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by specialization, responsibilities, and experience level to find positions that align with your skills and career goals.
$108K - $227K *
Join a top-tier team to develop cutting-edge SIGINT capabilities, tackling diverse technical challenges in systems engineering, RF/antenna engineering, and field operations while ensuring seamless int...
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$108K - $227K *
Join a dynamic team to engineer advanced SATCOM systems, tackling diverse technical challenges in RF communications and systems integration. Lead the lifecycle from design to deployment, ensuring cutt...
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$108K - $227K *
Unlock potential by leading systems engineering for SATCOM prototypes, tackling diverse technical challenges in RF communications, and collaborating with a top-tier team to develop innovative SIGINT c...
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$108K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by driving innovative PKI solutions while collaborating with teams to enhance secure access systems. Enjoy a flexible environment where your contributions will strengthen nationa...
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$108K - $130K *
Invent impactful secure access solutions by driving PKI architecture and implementation efforts. Collaborate with teams to analyze requirements, document priorities, and advocate for automation—all wh...
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$180K - $200K *
Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading systems engineering efforts in developing, integrating, and testing secure enterprise infrastructure and products, while ensuring compliance with industry...
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$69K - $141K *
Drive impactful solutions as a Systems Engineer, adeptly integrating systems and addressing complex challenges to enhance mission outcomes in a dynamic environment...
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$128K - $214K *
Lead the charge in enhancing enterprise infrastructure capabilities, collaborating with teams to implement advanced IT solutions, ensuring security and compliance across diverse environments while opt...
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$110K - $130K *
Transform your career by leading technology integration initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to identify needs, and developing impactful business cases. Drive measurable success in cybersecuri...
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$110K - $130K *
Drive modernization efforts by managing enterprise systems and infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure high availability, performance, and security while delivering innovative solutions and t...
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Systems Engineer - Project Engineering Support
$69K - $141K *
Transform complex engineering projects by leading teams to design, develop, and implement innovative systems. Ensure high-quality deliverables while fostering collaboration and maintaining strong rela...
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Systems Engineer - Project Engineering Support
$69K - $141K *
Lead engineering teams to execute complex projects, ensuring high-quality system designs and timely delivery while collaborating across disciplines and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships...
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$120K - $160K *
Drive the integration of complex systems for Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment, collaborating with diverse teams to solve multifaceted challenges and optimize life-cycle performance while ensurin...
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$110K - $130K *
Drive innovative solutions by integrating legacy systems with advanced technologies. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage technical efforts, ensuring effective system design and lifecycle optimiza...
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$75K - $142K *
Unlock potential by designing and testing advanced Command, Control, and Communications systems. Collaborate on critical projects, leveraging your engineering expertise to enhance system performance a...
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$79K - $147K *
Drive innovation by collaborating across diverse engineering teams to develop and integrate complex electrical systems. Ensure alignment on design parameters and maintain critical interfaces in a dyna...
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$75K - $142K *
Join us to design and analyze Command, Control, and Communications systems, enhancing performance through data analysis and engineering principles. Collaborate in a dynamic environment while ensuring...
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$88K - $163K *
Unlock potential by leading systems engineering efforts for satellite operations, ensuring seamless integration and support across projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastructure and drive...
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$79K - $147K *
Unlock potential by driving systems engineering excellence for the UK Tactical Tomahawk Weapons Control System. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage requirements, and ensure successful integration an...
2 weeks ago
$70K - $130K *
Elevate your career by supporting the installation and testing of advanced Navy submarines. Collaborate with teams to ensure system integration, conduct analyses, and facilitate training while managin...
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$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by providing engineering support for complex systems integration, ensuring compliance with standards while managing interfaces and user requirements. Collaborate on assessments and te...
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$88K - $153K *
Unlock your potential as a Systems Engineer, driving installation and support for cross-domain systems globally. Collaborate with teams to integrate solutions, enhance security, and deliver exceptiona...
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$120K - $145K *
Empower your career by leading technical planning and system integration, ensuring effective solutions throughout the system lifecycle. Collaborate on complex analyses to transform customer requiremen...
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$82K - $92K *
Empower clients by delivering innovative infrastructure and cloud solutions. Collaborate with engineers to implement Microsoft 365 and Azure environments, ensuring seamless project execution and excep...
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Engineer and lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions for military systems, overseeing the entire program lifecycle from design to production while ensuring compliance with custom...
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What does a Systems Engineer do?
A Systems Engineer designs, integrates, and supports interconnected technical systems. Typical work includes translating requirements into designs, coordinating system components, testing performance, and resolving technical issues.
What qualifications do Systems Engineer jobs require?
Requirements vary by employer and industry. Many roles call for a relevant engineering or computer science background, experience with systems design or integration, and skills in areas such as networking, cloud platforms, operating systems, automation, or cybersecurity.
Which industries hire Systems Engineers?
Systems Engineers work across technology, aerospace, defense, telecommunications, manufacturing, finance, healthcare, and other industries that depend on complex technical systems.
How can I find Systems Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Systems Engineer listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for compensation details, qualifications, and location.