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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$127K - $203K *

Champion a cross-functional engineering team to execute full program lifecycles, driving technical success while meeting budget and schedule requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure seaml...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $97K *

Optimize operational efficiency by maintaining automated systems in a high-tech environment. This hands-on role emphasizes troubleshooting, repair, and stabilization of electro-mechanical systems to e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Collaborate with teams to develop innovative security technology solutions, ensuring accurate proposals and implementations while fostering relationships with partners. Drive projects from conception...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Play a key role in shaping complex systems as a Senior Systems Engineer, overseeing requirements development, verification, and lifecycle management, while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advanced systems engineering, driving requirements development and verification for critical systems. Collaborate in cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and support innovati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading a team that leverages data science and machine learning to drive strategic, data-driven initiatives, collaborating cross-functionally to build innovative, cloud-based so...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Lead process improvements and support production operations to enhance efficiency and quality in delivering advanced C4I systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage tools and equipment...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Lead innovative engineering solutions for satellite Command & Control systems, ensuring successful delivery through deep technical expertise in aerospace systems, integration, and risk management acro...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in AWS cloud engineering and development for mission-critical applications. Mentor a diverse team, drive strategic planning, and enhance secure solutions for government clients. Shape...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $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...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $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...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $219K *

Unlock potential by driving innovation in systems engineering for complex challenges. Utilize model-based approaches and develop cutting-edge architectures to support government needs while enhancing...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $140K *

Empower the ISSE team as a frontline leader, driving cybersecurity excellence and overseeing program execution while managing and mentoring a diverse group of engineers to enhance processes and achiev...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $230K *

Champion innovative RF communication systems by architecting solutions that meet customer needs. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams for robust system integration, ensuring product performance a...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as an Enterprise Systems Administrator, supporting system integrations and improvements to optimize ERP and IT functionalities, working closely with stakeholders and ensuring smoot...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $140K *

Empower your career with a pivotal engineering role focused on mission protection and resiliency. Join a collaborative team to implement projects, manage tasks, and ensure effective operations in a dy...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Drive impactful engineering solutions with a focus on mission protection and resiliency, collaborating with diverse teams to achieve enterprise-level planning and execution while ensuring compliance w...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Oversee complex systems engineering for airborne networking while collaborating with Integrated Product Teams. Drive innovations in integration, testing, and operational readiness for mission-critical...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing airborne networking through innovative systems engineering. Contribute your expertise in system integration, testing, and validation of cutting-edge communica...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming engineering practices and shaping the future of our innovative platform. Drive impactful projects while nurturing a high-performing team, balancing stability, scalabili...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining defense solutions! Lead the design and integration of complex systems while collaborating with military and OEM partners. Drive innovation through strong architecture and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $135K *

Unlock innovation in systems engineering, focusing on developing guidance and control solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure designs meet stakeholder needs and industry standards while influencin...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as a systems engineer to innovate and enhance designs for US Navy Surface and Unmanned Vessels, focusing on requirements analysis, integration, and testing to support national secu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's defining and driving HDX strategy across enterprise VDI/DaaS environments. Lead engineering teams to enhance user experience and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $155K *

Lead and inspire a diverse software engineering team, driving program execution, managing project delivery, and aligning resources with customer needs while promoting team cohesion and adapting to tec...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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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