Director, Systems Engineering Jobs at Ladders

Discover exceptional opportunities for Directors Systems Engineering at Ladders. These high-paying jobs are ideal for experienced professionals looking to climb the ladder of success in the engineering sector.

Why Consider a Career as a Director, Systems Engineering?

The position of a Director of Systems Engineering is associated with responsibility, impact and opportunities for growth. Directors handle the management and strategic planning of engineering projects, ensuring teams meet specific goals. This job offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on infrastructure, development, and more.

What Qualifies You for a Director, Systems Engineering Role?

Potential job applicants must have previous experience in engineering management, excellent communication skills, keen technical knowledge in the field, and strong leadership abilities.

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$120K - $160K *

Champion a dynamic team by providing technical and management leadership on major systems engineering projects, driving agile methodologies and integration strategies for complex systems to enhance op...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in software innovation for diverse environments, driving strategic vision and team excellence. Oversee development, integration, and delivery of high-quality solutions while fostering...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of software solutions by leading development across embedded systems and cloud environments. Drive innovation, manage diverse teams, and oversee high-quality software lifecycle to sup...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming technical direction for engineering teams, ensuring innovative product solutions that meet customer demands while enhancing the enterprise infrastructure and manufactur...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$117K - $234K *

Lead the charge in designing advanced chiller systems, optimizing HVAC solutions. Collaborate with engineering and marketing teams to ensure product reliability and performance while transitioning tec...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's enhancing cybersecurity by engineering solutions for incident response and threat detection, ensuring resilient network infrastructures, and guiding IT staff with expert technical c...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $130K *

Champion secure and reliable IT solutions by designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise systems for the Defense Health Agency, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency across the networ...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $130K *

Engage in designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise IT systems within a critical healthcare setting. Ensure efficient, secure operations while supporting the Defense Health Agency’s mission...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to define and develop system requirements while supporting Air Force initiatives to modernize strategic deterrents through innovative engineering solutions and docum...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's innovating U.S. Air Force systems with complex requirements. Contribute to the development and design of strategic solutions for the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent program and enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Transform the future of retail technology by collaborating with a dynamic team to develop and enhance Point of Sale systems, integrating cutting-edge devices across platforms while ensuring smooth com...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for system engineering in cutting-edge satellite and End-to-End systems, ensuring compliance and fostering innovation ac...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Optimize privileged access solutions across enterprise Linux environments, translating security requirements into effective system designs. Collaborate on automation and cybersecurity efforts to enhan...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform enterprise Linux environments by leading deployment and documentation of Delinea privileged access solutions. Collaborate at the intersection of cybersecurity, automation, and identity manag...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead systems engineering analysis for complex development projects, fostering collaboration and delivering high-value solutions. Utilize model-based methods to enhance stakeholder engagement and innov...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering projects from concept to production. Become a key technical advisor, mentor, and decision-maker, ensuring robust system design and customer satisfaction while g...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic Operations team as a Tier 3 Engineer. Drive efficiency through technical guidance, enhance customer satisfaction, and manage critical IT initiatives while collabo...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative power electronics systems, addressing customer requirements, and executing effective engineering solutions while ensuring successful project comple...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Help us elevate our cybersecurity efforts by conducting thorough assessments and validations for DOD systems, leading a team of engineers, and enhancing system resilience through strategic guidance an...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$162K - $295K *

Lead the charge in strategic Salesforce engineering initiatives, driving platform performance and innovation while managing a high-performing technical team with minimal oversight...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead complex, cross-functional programs that drive alignment and operational excellence across business units. Collaborate with senior leaders to translate strategic goals into actionable, measurable...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$156K - $173K *

Join us to lead engineering strategies across critical domains, driving innovation and project success while supporting advanced military technologies with a focus on collaboration, leadership, and co...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Elevate product quality by designing and implementing advanced test strategies, driving automation, and collaborating across teams to enhance system verification practices for optical networking solut...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$149K - $191K *

Shape the future of advanced SIGINT/EW systems through innovative design and leadership in system development, integration, and validation efforts while collaborating with multi-disciplined engineerin...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI in enterprise architecture by leading hands-on development and scalable solutions, while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver measurable outcomes that drive business exce...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Systems Engineering do?question toggle

    A Director of Systems Engineering oversees and directs all aspects of systems engineering functions in an organization. They design and implement complex engineering projects, coach and mentor their team, oversee vendor relationships, and participate in the corporate development of best practices for infrastructure and services.

  • What skills are required for a Director of Systems Engineering?question toggle

    A Director of Systems Engineering should possess strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, in-depth technical knowledge of engineering systems, and strategic planning capabilities.

  • How much do Directors of Systems Engineering earn?question toggle

    Salaries can vary based on location, experience, and company size. However, at Ladders, we focus on jobs that offer $100k+ compensation packages.

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