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.
Program Manager, Commercial Programs
$140K - $170K *
Lead the deployment and transition of autonomous drone solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and site security for major enterprises. Manage program execution through planning, cross-functional...
2 weeks ago
Principal Engineer - Systems Protection, Relay Settings
$120K - $150K *
Elevate your career by designing and coordinating protective relay systems. Leverage your 12+ years of experience in utility substations to craft innovative solutions, collaborate on projects, and eng...
5 days ago
Software Engineer II, AI Platform
$127K - $214K *
Pioneer AI-driven solutions that enhance sales and marketing efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement generative AI applications that transform customer engagement a...
2 weeks ago
Software Engineer - Operational Excellence
$115K - $130K *
Advance internal efficiency as a Software Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to automate workflows, develop AI-driven tools, and maintain CI/CD pipelines, ensuring high-quality softwa...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $110K *
Join a team that's shaping compelling proposal stories while driving high-quality, compliant responses. Leverage your project management and writing expertise to collaborate across diverse teams and d...
1 week ago
Senior Systems Engineer, Technical Support
$90K - $172K *
Join a team that's dedicated to solving customer technical issues with urgency. Collaborate across teams and manage multiple projects while enhancing our cloud-connected technology offerings for an ou...
Reposted 3 days ago
Senior Director, Army Intelligence & INSCOM Account Executive
$176K - $332K *
Join a team that's driving growth in defense and intelligence as you build strong customer relationships and identify new opportunities within Army and INSCOM sectors, guiding integrated solutions for...
1 week ago
$150K - $250K *
Join us to enhance the DISN IP backbone through advanced network solutions, design, and testing. You will implement critical security measures and provide tiered support for cutting-edge DoD networks...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Virtual Machine Operations and Deployment (VMOD) Analyst (Government)
$71K - $145K *
Support our mission by managing virtual machine operations to optimize performance, facilitate backup and recovery, ensure security compliance, and address incidents. Lead projects and ensure efficien...
1 week ago
$90K - $120K *
Join a collaborative team as a Software Business Analyst, driving strategic direction and enhancing IT operations in Health IT. Utilize best practices to assess and improve application software soluti...
2 weeks ago
Subcontracts Administration, Senior Advisor
$104K - $166K *
Drive effective subcontract management through compliance, negotiation, and performance monitoring, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while managing complex contract types and fostering cri...
5 days ago
Remote Operations Center Manager
$100K - $130K *
Lead a dynamic team in overseeing 24/7 operations of a diverse renewable energy portfolio. Ensure compliance and optimize performance across wind, solar, and energy storage assets while fostering a cu...
4 days ago
Principal Mechanical Engineer - Remote
$103K - $129K *
Join a team that drives innovation in mechanical engineering and design for nuclear power systems. Collaborate with diverse engineers to tackle complex challenges, guide project execution, and mentor...
5 days ago
Associate Director – Service Management Operations
$157K - $298K *
Pioneer operational excellence by leading service management, overseeing budgeting, compliance, and vendor governance. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and ensure alignment with strategic p...
1 week ago
Capture Manager (Mgr Capture Management 3) - 28968
$151K - $220K *
Elevate your career as a Capture Manager focused on driving strategies for new contract opportunities in national security. Engage with diverse stakeholders to shape winning proposals that deliver adv...
Today
$90K - $120K *
Oversee and drive strategic initiatives in Veteran mental health to prevent suicide, ensuring compliance and collaboration across federal programs, while managing resources and reporting on critical o...
4 days ago
Sr. Strategic Enterprise Account Manager
$120K - $130K *
Drive strategic sales initiatives for large enterprise clients, coordinating business relationships and delivering Motorola’s full portfolio to enhance client operations and ensure satisfaction. Build...
1 week ago
Senior Geospatial Project Manager
$90K - $130K *
Reimagine project management by leading complex geospatial initiatives. Engage cross-functional teams to deliver results for clients in commercial, energy, and infrastructure sectors. Drive projects f...
1 week ago
$69K - $105K *
Design and develop innovative learning solutions to address employee training needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to create engaging, effective content using adult learning principles and project man...
1 week ago
Senior Structural Engineer 1 - Nuclear
$84K - $129K *
Collaborate with a dynamic team of engineers on advanced structural design projects. You will guide junior members, perform complex analyses, and support diverse engineering deliverables, making a sig...
1 week ago
IT Program Manager / Enterprise Cloud Platform Technology Leader
$146K - $234K *
Optimize cloud infrastructure services by leading a diverse team to modernize and enhance a large-scale multi-tenant ecosystem for federal users, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Software Development
$130K - $160K *
Lead the charge in advancing engineering excellence and AI integration within software development teams. Drive delivery of a high-performing SaaS platform by managing multiple PODs, ensuring scalabil...
3 weeks ago
ME Supplier Quality Assurance - CT Region (Remote)
$107K - $204K *
Join a dynamic team as you manage supplier quality assurance, conduct audits, drive corrective actions, and support data management in product quality, ensuring excellence across the supply base in a...
1 week ago
$75K - $95K *
Lead critical technical support and training across the KONGSBERG Defense portfolio, enhancing customer relationships and ensuring product effectiveness. Shape solutions for complex challenges in a dy...
5 days ago
$130K - $180K *
Transform the landscape of national security by leading growth strategies, managing full-lifecycle opportunities, and fostering strategic partnerships, all to modernize critical IT ecosystems for esse...
1 week 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.