Welcome to Satellite Systems Engineer Jobs at Ladders

Explore a variety of high-paying career opportunities in the satellite systems engineering field. From designing systems to troubleshooting complex matters, your skills and experience can make a significant impact.

What is a Satellite Systems Engineer?

Satellite Systems Engineers are professionals who specialize in designing, implementing, and maintaining satellite systems. They play a critical role in the communications industry and other sectors that rely on satellite technology.

Career Opportunities

Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, Ladders hosts a variety of jobs across this category, including roles in telecommunications firms, space agencies, and tech companies. If you're ready for the next step in your career, Ladders is here to support your job search.

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$100K - $130K *

Transform aerospace projects as a Senior/Principal Satellite Systems I&T Engineer, driving functional verification and validation activities. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to optimize wor...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Champion innovative civil engineering solutions for satellite gateway infrastructure. Collaborate with diverse teams to design and optimize site structures while ensuring compliance with rigorous indu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $234K *

Elevate telecommunications standards and requirements by driving innovations in priority services within evolving networks. Leverage your expertise in 4G, 5G, and international standards to shape the...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$70K - $95K *

Develop, implement, and optimize satellite operations to ensure peak performance of our constellation. Collaborate with engineers to streamline commissioning processes and maintain spacecraft health...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Inspire platform evolution as a Product Owner, leading modernization initiatives to enhance user experience across diverse functionalities and stakeholder groups, while ensuring secure access manageme...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $105K *

Elevate your career as a systems engineer, joining a dedicated team to enhance the development, installation, and support of advanced defense systems, ensuring excellence in national security efforts...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$201K - $222K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to facilitate geolocation solutions, support project management, and create technical documentation. Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to enhance operation...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $106K *

Innovate the future of weather technology by supporting radar operations and electrical engineering initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and reliability f...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $128K *

Contribute to critical system solutions by collaborating with stakeholders to identify, analyze, and document software requirements, ensuring product consistency and usability across multiple applicat...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $156K *

Lead the charge in building innovative MVPs as a skilled Lead System Engineer. Drive the adoption of cutting-edge technologies while managing a dynamic offshore team and collaborating with stakeholder...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Transform the build systems for critical embedded software, ensuring quality and timeliness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions while supporting configurations, C...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $215K *

Engineer and oversee the development of cutting-edge software architecture for satellite ground segment systems, driving innovation and collaboration across technical teams to meet complex customer mi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $208K *

Lead cross-functional engineering efforts for complex missions; oversee design, development, and operations to deliver high-reliability systems for government and commercial clients, ensuring all cust...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating software solutions through collaboration and agile methodologies. Drive technical excellence while developing cloud-based software and streamlining deploymen...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Join a team that's developing innovative software solutions using Agile and DevOps methodologies. Collaborate across functions to deliver high-quality, cloud-based applications while ensuring complian...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $179K *

Develop innovative ServiceNow applications, customize solutions, and enhance workflows in a collaborative Agile environment. Leverage your expertise to create scalable, maintainable systems that align...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Drive efficient systems maintenance by automating updates, enhancing security, and resolving network issues. Collaborate within a dynamic environment focused on optimizing training systems across mult...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing FAA radar systems by providing expert engineering support to enhance and modernize the National Airspace System, accelerating deployment, and ensuring seamless opera...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $221K *

Unlock potential by developing high-performance analytics tools for a global network, improving reliability and customer experience across multiple sectors through innovative software solutions and cl...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $180K *

Drive impactful software design and development for satellite imaging and ADCS subsystems, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and lead efforts ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables in a dyn...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $252K *

Champion the design and execution of SAP ERP systems, guiding teams in technical architecture while ensuring compliance with DoD standards and best practices to achieve optimal performance and securit...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$163K - $271K *

Champion the development of embedded flight software by leading a skilled team through the full software lifecycle, ensuring quality and meeting program goals for high-stakes spacecraft in low-earth o...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Transform the future of U.S. aviation by providing expertise in radar system integration and modernization. Contribute to the National Airspace System while collaborating with FAA stakeholders, ensuri...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Drive technical leadership in Microsoft 365 engineering, ensuring effective platform operations, security, and data governance while coordinating team collaboration and issue resolution across enterpr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $138K *

Innovate in a remote environment by leading the design and delivery of secure, cloud-native applications. Drive enterprise performance and resilience through advanced containerization and integrative...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Satellite Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    Satellite Systems Engineers are responsible for designing, building, implementing, and maintaining satellite systems. They also troubleshoot issues relating to satellite functionality.

  • What skills are required for a Satellite Systems Engineer?question toggle

    Engineers in this field typically require strong technical skills, including knowledge of satellite systems, telecommunications, and data analysis. Problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills are also vital.

  • What types of companies hire Satellite Systems Engineers?question toggle

    Satellite Systems Engineers are hired by a wide range of organizations, including telecommunications companies, tech firms, space agencies, and military branches.