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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$95K - $149K *

Transform design manufacturability with your engineering expertise in a collaborative role. Drive operational excellence from concept through production while engaging with cross-functional teams to e...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Shape the future of electronic systems by leading engineering teams in design and development. Oversee projects ensuring quality, cost, and deadline targets are met while providing technical expertise...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's pioneering advancements in embedded systems by developing kernel components for the VxWorks OS, enhancing your expertise through collaboration and innovation while ensuring robust p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape a culture of innovation within quality assurance, directing staff and enhancing processes to ensure compliance and value for customers. Manage systems and audits, and drive continuous improvemen...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading a multidisciplinary team to develop, scale, and maintain robust software and hardware solutions, ensuring high reliability and performance in critical su...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Empower transformative QA leadership by centralizing QA teams, driving innovation, and embedding quality early in the SDLC. Leverage AI and automation to redefine quality assurance and enhance collabo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $147K *

Join a dynamic team as an Engineering Manager, leading innovative projects that enhance product development, streamline processes, and drive efficiency. Leverage your expertise to resolve challenges a...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $116K *

Transform systems engineering processes to support innovative space missions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams through the full lifecycle, ensuring mission success from design and integration...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a role that drives innovation in electrical design for data centers. Oversee project activities, develop design standards, and implement energy-efficient systems while leading a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role where you design and optimize M365 solutions while delivering Tier 2 and Tier 3 Windows support. Collaborate with clients to enhance technology infrastructure a...

Markham, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of space exploration by leveraging your expertise in network operations. Take ownership of mission-critical networking tasks, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Collabo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$93K - $143K *

Deliver innovative automation solutions across manufacturing environments. Engage in R&D projects, applying expertise in programming, electrical design, and systems integration to enhance production c...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Innovate the future of space exploration by optimizing network operations in critical missions. Collaborate with leading aerospace partners to ensure reliable communications across lunar environments...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Lead the design, development, and sustainment of Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) while providing engineering expertise and guidance. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to ensure compliance and ef...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $105K *

Lead complex IT solutions, driving Office 365 migrations and Azure deployments while supporting servers and networking. Collaborate closely with clients and teams, taking full ownership of technical c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Develop cutting-edge communication systems for aerospace missions, enhancing integration between spacecraft, ground systems, and user terminals. Collaborate on architecture, design, and validation to...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $220K *

Pioneer the enterprise systems architecture and strategy, driving the integration of financial and commercial platforms while overseeing AI agent governance in a scalable, compliant environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $305K *

Build and secure embedded systems for space operations, ensuring robust threat modeling and defensive controls across hardware and software. Lead innovative security practices for highly critical aero...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive quality excellence in aerospace! Establish transformative quality systems to enhance advanced aircraft production and collaborate cross-functionally for unmatched performance and compliance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $230K *

Transform the future of IT solutions by leading strategic capture initiatives. In this key role, you will drive collaboration across teams to develop and execute comprehensive capture strategies, ensu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $230K *

Advance strategic initiatives by leading cross-functional teams to capture large IT contracts. Engage with stakeholders to develop winning solutions and customer relationships, while implementing comp...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $133K *

Join a team dedicated to enhancing intelligence capabilities through advanced RF, cyber, and SIGINT systems. Engage in full systems lifecycle management, from deployment to sustainment, in dynamic env...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$186K - $267K *

Shape the future of innovative networking solutions by leading DFT implementation and quality processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance chip testability, and driving debug strate...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$186K - $267K *

Champion groundbreaking DFT strategies in ASIC design, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovations and validate test architectures for next-gen networking chips. Your leadership wil...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $170K *

Shape the future of Synthetic Aperture Radar missions by leading engineering oversight, defining mission specifications, and managing technical risks to deliver high-value intelligence solutions for a...

Richmond, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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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