Mission Systems Engineer Jobs

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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$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate and streamline DevSecOps processes, enhancing cybersecurity training environments by automating pipelines, managing containerization, and implementing cutting-edge tech...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Explore innovative AI workflows to transform customer implementations, enhancing speed and quality in professional services. Collaborate with delivery and tech teams for improved output leveraging AI...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of IT capacity management by ensuring resources meet business demand in a regulated environment. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance, manage risks, and align strategies for...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead talent acquisition efforts for AeroVect by sourcing exceptional candidates and collaborating with operations to fulfill hiring needs in a dynamic environment, fostering a world-class team at majo...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $120K *

Optimize project operations by leading efforts in engineering, procurement, and budgeting to ensure compliance and client satisfaction while facilitating communication and managing risks throughout th...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $120K *

Empower project success by leading end-to-end operations, aligning engineering and procurement to ensure compliance and effective client communication throughout the project lifecycle...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in transforming legacy software through innovative engineering. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-quality, customer-centric solutions. Embrace technical leadership, drivin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that leads program management for complex IT systems, overseeing personnel, budgets, and strategic planning while ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction across various s...

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1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$139K - $208K *

Advance your career by providing technical leadership in embedded systems. Drive modernization of secure embedded platforms, enhance engineering execution, and collaborate with global teams on innovat...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$98K - $105K *

Advance progress at the forefront of technical support by installing, repairing, and training on complex systems in high-stakes environments. Collaborate with military personnel and clients to ensure...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by designing and supporting secure CI/CD pipelines across multi-cloud environments, collaborating with teams to deliver efficient software solutions and ensuring alignment with missio...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Contribute to enhancing testing processes by designing and maintaining automated scripts, integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with teams to improve application quality and Vetera...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $175K *

Shape the future of energy engineering by leading innovative modeling practices, mentoring teams, and integrating advanced technology across projects, enhancing ECM development and analysis to drive e...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to develop cloud administration and operational support across Azure environments. Utilize your expertise in cloud technologies and cybersecurity to enhance service reliability and...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $90K *

Transform the business by promoting AI adoption across all departments. Lead cross-functional efforts, develop tailored training, identify use cases, and ensure ethical AI governance, driving efficien...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Champion a team of Business Analysts by driving business analysis initiatives, defining project requirements, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance product delivery and align strategic goals...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $128K *

Elevate security standards by managing a comprehensive compliance program for a large-scale government application, ensuring robust protection across environments through the implementation of NIST, S...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $179K *

Empower utility planning by leading advisory projects in transmission analysis, generator interconnections, and feasibility studies, collaborating with diverse clients to ensure effective power system...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative mechanical designs and 3D models for diverse projects. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to execute designs, mentor junior staff, and solve complex des...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$134K - $205K *

Engage in leading complex electrical engineering projects by mentoring teams and overseeing deliverables at nuclear power plants, ensuring technical and budgetary compliance while fostering strong cli...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on developing advanced full-stack software solutions for mission-critical systems, ensuring tactical data fidelity for the defense community. Driv...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$189K - $346K *

Accelerate progress at a leading consultancy by serving as a Senior OneStream Consultant, guiding complex implementations and shaping technical designs to enhance financial management application capa...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop cutting-edge network software for embedded systems. This role focuses on enhancing system security, performance, and interoperability within a real-time opera...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's focused on configuring ServiceNow Risk & Resilience products to drive customer success. Leverage technical expertise to deliver solutions, influence stakeholders, and optimize custo...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$146K - $234K *

Transform the future of IT services by leading the management of virtual environments, ensuring secure and optimized virtualization solutions to support mission-critical operations across the vast Ind...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Mission Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Industries such as Aerospace, Defense, IT, and Engineering Apps, among others, consistently need qualified Mission Systems Engineers.