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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$110K - $130K *

Manage mission-critical systems engineering initiatives, ensuring cross-stakeholder alignment and disciplined lifecycle management. Lead integration planning, technical documentation creation, and ris...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Advance the effectiveness of space-based missile warning systems by leveraging your extensive experience to design, plan, and conduct operational tests, ensuring optimal performance and capability ana...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $211K *

Elevate the frontier of Physical AI by defining standards and driving evaluations for autonomous vehicles, ensuring scalability, safety, and reliability across global markets through innovative method...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $165K *

Lead engineering efforts for naval ship modernization and acquisition, overseeing system change controls and providing design support across various disciplines to ensure efficient operations and perf...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $224K *

Join a team that's architecting cutting-edge missile defense technologies. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to integrate systems, develop algorithms, and enhance command and control capabilities f...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Elevate cybersecurity solutions by tackling complex technical challenges and ensuring robust security integration across systems. Collaborate in a dynamic environment while providing strategic securit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Reimagine cyber defense as a Linux Systems Administrator leading modernization initiatives in malware analysis, collaborating with teams on mission-critical enterprise capabilities. Embrace Agile and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Deliver critical Linux administration for modernization of malware analysis programs while enhancing enterprise capabilities using Agile and DevOps. Collaborate on developing state-of-the-art cyber an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive the development of mission-critical software that enhances the cybersecurity and operational capabilities of the U.S. Navy’s submarine fleet, using diverse technologies as part of a collaborativ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by designing and developing mission-critical software for U.S. Navy cybersecurity. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in fast-paced Agile sprints to enhance secure operati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $184K *

Accelerate design change management by evaluating complex engineering changes across multiple disciplines. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure technical integrity and feasibility while managing de...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $178K *

Lead the integration and testing of submarine sonar systems, ensuring compliance with specifications and performance standards while fostering collaborative environment and process excellence...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $130K *

Design and oversee telecommunications infrastructure supporting IP technology for advanced buildings. Collaborate with clients and teams, ensuring compliance and innovation in security and networking...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading a multidisciplinary team to design, develop, and scale integrated hardware and software systems, ensuring reliability, quality, and operational effectiveness in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$19K - $142K *

Engage in the design, integration, and testing of advanced unmanned systems. Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams to drive innovations in UUV technology and support vital operational missions b...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$220K - $265K *

Elevate the reliability and efficiency of production systems while leading a talented global DevOps/SRE team. Drive security, scalability, and automation initiatives on an AWS-based infrastructure, al...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage in comprehensive systems engineering tasks including requirements analysis, design, integration, and validation for advanced defense systems. Collaborate across teams to innovate and enhance pr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading the security management of classified systems. Drive compliance with industry standards, oversee risk frameworks, and enhance cybersecurity practices across the organizatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

The Clinical Engineering Manager will lead a team of Clinical Engineers to enhance patient care through engineering expertise in healthcare IT. This role involves overseeing capital equipment planning...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$176K - $210K *

Lead the charge in developing and optimizing advanced trajectory simulations for aerospace vehicles, ensuring precision in modeling dynamics and performance analysis while collaborating with a multidi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Drive the strategic vision for a portfolio of C5ISR programs, ensuring successful execution through leadership, stakeholder engagement, and financial oversight while fostering growth opportunities and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Optimize audiovisual systems and support executive engagements by configuring and maintaining A/V technologies across various facilities. Collaborate on A/V integration projects while ensuring high-qu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence in audiovisual technology integration, ensuring high-quality support for conferences and executive engagements. Collaborate with teams to address A/V challenges and maintain reliable...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by joining a team focused on system development across complex engineering programs. Utilize systems engineering principles in all lifecycle phases, from requirements gathering to ver...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $160K *

Unlock potential by deploying and managing high-availability Windows and Linux systems while automating processes and enhancing infrastructure performance for global operations...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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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