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 - $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

$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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4 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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2 weeks 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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1 week 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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2 days ago

  •   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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1 week 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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2 weeks 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

$92K - $166K *

Join a dynamic team and contribute to the FAA's Fire Life Safety Program by providing expertise in fire protection engineering, program management, and safety compliance while supporting innovative so...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Drive the scalability and security of our cloud infrastructure while optimizing deployment processes to ensure high-quality software delivery. Collaborate with global teams to enhance system performan...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Empower clients by leading intricate network design and implementation projects. Utilize expert knowledge of Extreme Networks technologies to deliver tailored solutions that enhance operations while f...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$141K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing high-performing data engineering teams and deliver innovative data capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive insights and enhance customer outcomes across a gl...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $150K *

Drive end-to-end CIAM and workforce IAM integrations, focusing on Ping Identity, Okta, and DaVinci workflows. Design and implement authentication flows and manage complex identity journeys across ente...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $173K *

Champion advanced AI & data solutions by bridging software, data engineering, and DevOps. Collaborate on key internal tools and streamline infrastructure for scalable, production-ready applications th...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Engineer high-performance compute platforms for AI workloads by driving architecture and design of PCIe subsystems, GPU integration, and Ethernet networking. Collaborate with teams to deliver cutting...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $110K *

Elevate server performance by designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, enterprise-level server infrastructure, leveraging virtualization, automation tools, and best practices for efficiency an...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $193K *

Explore opportunities to enhance clinical data acquisition processes, driving partnerships to optimize provider engagement in data collection aimed at achieving HEDIS 5 Star Ratings, while managing mu...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $129K *

Analyze and enhance control systems in nuclear power plants, managing projects from design to execution while collaborating with engineers and clients to ensure operational efficiency and safety acros...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Discover the potential of cloud technologies by leading AWS/EMR infrastructure, managing high-performance computing solutions, optimizing data workflows, and driving agile project execution to enhance...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $163K *

Empower our team by managing complex projects and providing expert solutions in government lending. Leverage your commercial lending experience to enhance operational objectives and drive client succe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Join us in overseeing customer relationships and sales, directing operations, ensuring quality standards, and achieving safety and satisfaction goals across Resident System Support locations while lea...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $180K *

Lead and support controls engineering projects for nuclear plants. Drive modernization efforts by integrating advanced technologies while ensuring project execution and client satisfaction. Collaborat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.