At Ladders, we connect you with the best available Mission Systems Engineering jobs that pay over $100,000 a year. Mission Systems Engineers play an essential role in the development, operation, and application of both hardware and software systems in aerospace and defense sectors.
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Aim for the stars with high salaried jobs in Mission Systems Engineering. Leverage your expertise to land a six-figure job that matches your career goals.
$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of pre-sales technical support for complex product solutions. Leverage in-depth product expertise to assist sales teams with presentations, demonstrations, and customer applications, en...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Unlock the potential of AI-driven systems by designing, orchestrating, and deploying innovative workflows across diverse business operations. Collaborate with teams to automate and enhance processes...
3 weeks ago
$135K - $145K *
Pioneer the evolution of Advanced Distribution Management Systems by leading technology lifecycles, ensuring optimal performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful sol...
2 weeks ago
Altimate System Project Coordinator
$85K - $120K *
Contribute to an innovative team as you organize technical meetings, draft clear documentation, and support AI initiatives, paving your path towards development in Oracle APEX. This role offers valuab...
1 week ago
Senior Hardware Engineer - Onsite
$94K - $130K *
Elevate your career by designing complex hardware systems, collaborating with teams to create innovative solutions in high-reliability environments. Utilize your expertise to transform requirements in...
Reposted 2 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Advance quality assurance efforts on construction sites, ensuring compliance with standards and preventing defects. Oversee inspections, lead QA/QC teams, and coordinate with stakeholders to deliver q...
2 weeks ago
$105K - $177K *
Innovate cloud solutions for the Naval Sea Systems, enhancing AWS services through automated deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting, while collaborating in a dynamic Agile engineering team to ma...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $150K *
Champion robust subcontract management through the entire contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance, interpreting regulations, and driving strategic solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams wh...
5 days ago
$157K - $298K *
Engage with defense sectors to drive tactical airborne communications growth. Leverage your expertise in DoD environments, develop strategic opportunities, and collaborate across teams to enhance mili...
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Senior Program Manager - Remote Sensing
$185K - $210K *
Champion a portfolio of national security programs, ensuring successful delivery of mission-critical data and imagery by managing cost, schedule, and stakeholder relationships while leading cross-func...
1 week ago
$80K - $120K *
Empower effective IT infrastructure deployment at border sites, managing installations and coordinating teams while ensuring adherence to security protocols and delivering on challenging projects that...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive the future of border integration by managing IT installations across the U.S. This role involves traveling extensively to deliver technical solutions and support Customs and Border Protection wi...
1 week ago
$80K - $120K *
Transform IT infrastructure at border sites by managing installations, ensuring compliance, troubleshooting issues, and leading contractor teams. Enjoy a dynamic role with extensive travel and interac...
2 weeks ago
Lead Business Analyst/Program Manager
$110K - $130K *
Collaborate with diverse teams to drive procurement systems support and enhancements. As a Lead Business Analyst, you will manage complex projects while liaising with stakeholders to ensure effective...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform user workflows into polished iOS experiences, collaborating with military personnel to develop impactful technologies that enhance mission capabilities and save lives while working in a fast...
2 weeks ago
Remote - Cyber System Security Technical Lead
$104K - $166K *
Lead and oversee cybersecurity strategies, policy compliance, and risk management across critical systems. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance security posture and gain authorizations...
6 days ago
$140K - $170K *
Manage field deployments and integrations across optical and RF systems, ensuring flawless operation under real-world conditions. Drive solutions based on diverse technical knowledge and customer need...
4 weeks ago
Senior Principal Cloud Architect
$150K - $180K *
Champion innovative cloud solutions by leading strategic design, implementation, and optimization of cloud architecture, ensuring adherence to security and operational standards while collaborating ac...
Reposted 6 days ago
$135K - $160K *
Drive innovation as you design and build complex, reliable AI systems that tackle real-world challenges. Collaborate across teams to scale AI capabilities and enhance agent performance while transform...
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Construction Project Manager - Remote
$120K - $140K *
Empower your career by leading complex construction projects from inception to completion. Manage bids, budgets, and teams while ensuring timely delivery and quality standards. Drive success through c...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Unlock potential by managing IT deployments at U.S. border locations, ensuring installations meet security and operational standards while leading contractors and onsite teams with minimal supervision...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $141K *
Join us to design and develop high-performance mechanical solutions for airborne systems. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative aviation technologies that empower defense operations and enhan...
3 weeks ago
Senior Technical Lead – IAM Data Integration and Migration
$146K - $234K *
Lead the migration of IAM data to a modern platform, ensuring accuracy and security throughout the process. Collaborate with multiple teams while managing technical risks, operational support, and com...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$131K - $237K *
Lead and coordinate engineering delivery for a secure private cloud initiative, managing teams across multiple domains such as infrastructure, DevOps, and automation. Ensure alignment with program obj...
1 week ago
$89K - $148K *
Transform data analytics into actionable insights by leading agile teams to innovate fraud detection solutions in a remote setting. Foster collaboration and ensure project goals are met with precision...
2 days ago
What does a Mission Systems Engineer do?
A Mission Systems Engineer designs, maintains and enhances a variety of systems that are crucial for accomplishing a mission. This includes airborne systems, weapons systems, communication systems, and more.
How much can a Mission Systems Engineer earn?
The salary for a Mission Systems Engineer can vary depending on experience and location, but jobs listed on Ladders pay $100,000 or more.
What types of companies hire Mission Systems Engineers?
Industries such as Aerospace, Defense, IT, and Engineering Apps, among others, consistently need qualified Mission Systems Engineers.