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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$258K - $270K *

Lead the charge in developing robust SDLC tooling and standards, ensuring engineering excellence through the management of DevOps teams and fostering collaboration across departments to drive impactfu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that shapes the future of cybersecurity governance by managing policies, standards, and performance metrics. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance and improvement, driving or...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $194K *

Drive system integration testing for advanced avionics, managing project performance, facilitating collaboration, and leading technical reviews for the T/FA-50 SI&T team, ensuring effective project ex...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $264K *

Lead cybersecurity initiatives by architecting innovative security tools and responses. Collaborate globally to ensure high operational excellence, guiding a team in automating and streamlining securi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of aerospace systems by leading GNC development, integration, and verification efforts. You'll analyze requirements, develop algorithms, and enhance simulations for advanced defense t...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$232K - $290K *

Drive innovation in an AI-driven development environment by leading code library governance and enhancing internal applications while ensuring secure, high-quality software standards across teams...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $277K *

Lead the evolution of a dynamic security response team focused on incident management, threat hunting, and AI-driven security automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our cyberse...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer cybersecurity initiatives by supporting compliance assessments, vulnerability management, and security operations for critical Air Force programs. Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to ele...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $174K *

Empower our digital design team by innovating and optimizing functional blocks for cutting-edge telecommunications products, collaborating with engineers and architects to drive project success and en...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $221K *

Lead the charge in cybersecurity engineering by designing secure architectures, validating system functionality, and ensuring compliance with security requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $260K *

Lead cybersecurity initiatives within a dynamic team, ensuring compliance and security for critical systems. Engage with multidisciplinary efforts to design secure architectures and validate functiona...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $215K *

Empower innovation in software engineering by leading a skilled team to design and maintain uplink systems for NASA's Deep Space Network, ensuring high-reliability signal processing and interface effi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Lead and integrate electrical engineering efforts for complex aerospace programs. Drive technical decisions, manage cross-functional teams, and oversee design, verification, and testing to meet perfor...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$158K - $294K *

Advance missile defense initiatives as you lead Mission Success reviews, ensuring accountability in risk management and developing solutions. Collaborate with program managers and government stakehold...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$158K - $294K *

Champion system safety excellence by leading analyses, mentoring teams, and collaborating on aeronautics programs. Drive compliance with standards while presenting findings to leadership, fostering cu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$158K - $294K *

Optimize airworthiness solutions by leading complex certification programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers to uphold regulatory compliance, ensuring alignment with...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$158K - $294K *

Lead the charge in advancing airworthiness solutions for military aircraft, driving certification programs and overseeing the 1LMX initiative. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure complia...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$158K - $294K *

Champion the advancement of airworthiness solutions, leading complex initiatives and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and excellence in U.S. and allied military certification processes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Champion a high-performing engineering team, driving quality delivery and innovative software solutions while nurturing talent and aligning with product and design leadership for business success...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $235K *

Drive strategic procurement and logistics initiatives, leading cross-functional teams to optimize equipment acquisition, supply chain performance, and project execution across North America while mana...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$62K - $237K *

Elevate production processes through system-level engineering, integrating design and manufacturability into advanced prototype development while effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading incident response efforts in a customer-focused role. You'll analyze security threats, implement policies, and work closely with various teams to enhance application securi...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $185K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of information security by validating system security requirements, designing architecture, and assessing risks in a dynamic, large-scale environment. Collaborate...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $185K *

Elevate information security by leading system security design, validation, and threat assessment. Collaborate with technical teams to implement and uphold security standards across complex environmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $250K *

Lead manufacturing for space-qualified radar systems by developing strategies, managing production, and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate across departments to transition products from developme...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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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