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.

Find Your Next Opportunity

With listings from a wide variety of industries, you can find a position that fits your unique skill set. Quality assured with vetted opportunities from leading companies.

Rise Above With Superior Positions

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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$95K - $115K *

Engage your skills as a Mid-Level ServiceNow Developer, enhancing automation through innovative solutions. Drive business improvements, configure applications, and collaborate with clients to streamli...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $127K *

Contribute to enhancing cybersecurity confidence by monitoring critical systems, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with experts. Engage in proactive risk management to strengthen operational secu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$220K - $375K *

Drive business growth by establishing relationships with key enterprise clients. Cultivate opportunities in a B2B software environment, managing complex sales cycles and delivering innovative solution...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $170K *

Lead the charge in full-stack development, collaborating on enterprise modernization with Microservices. Deliver high-quality software, mentor engineers, and ensure best practices for cloud technologi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

Lead cross-functional integration of data, analytics, evaluation, and governance to enhance healthcare AI products. Drive roadmap ownership, optimize workflows, ensure data quality, and foster collabo...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead complex electronic warfare programs, ensuring comprehensive management of military contracts and integration efforts while collaborating with a cross-functional team of...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $177K *

Lead the charge in software development by creating efficient, high-quality code and supporting application security. Collaborate on cloud services and CI/CD pipelines to enhance web applications whil...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $210K *

Lead the charge in pioneering AI projects by transforming executive inquiries into actionable insights. Manage a skilled team to rapidly validate concepts, embrace ambiguity, and clearly communicate f...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $260K *

Partner with us to drive innovation within our IAM platform, influencing the authentication and authorization strategies for millions of users while mentoring a talented team across a scalable tech st...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $184K *

Unlock potential by leading innovation in IAM security, driving technical strategy across frontend and backend systems while mentoring peers and building scalable, resilient solutions that impact mill...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Elevate your career by leading technical program initiatives, driving client engagement, and managing multi-project delivery. Shape innovative solutions while ensuring high-quality outcomes and aligni...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $207K *

Drive innovative mechanical and thermal design solutions in advanced liquid cooling systems while leading a skilled team. This role involves collaboration, technical leadership, and project management...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform engineering excellence by leading architectural development and mentoring teams. Collaborate across product and program areas to drive innovation and maintain high standards in scalable, sec...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $195K *

Champion the evolution of the in-cab experience, transforming AI-powered tools into trusted companions for drivers. Lead product vision, cross-functional collaboration, and impactful research to enhan...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Champion comprehensive project oversight to enhance security support efforts in Haiti, ensuring timely execution and compliance while fostering collaboration with stakeholders to achieve successful pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $155K *

Lead program execution as a trusted business partner, ensuring alignment of strategies and actionable plans. Guide teams in risk management, performance analysis, and financial insight to enhance oper...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $160K *

Lead the architecture of critical AI systems improving emergency response. Mentor engineers, drive technical excellence, and solve complex problems in real-time communication, ensuring high-quality so...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $157K *

Join a team that's redefining substation engineering, where you'll design and implement high-voltage infrastructure solutions, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to projects that shape the...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$106K - $153K *

Drive product vision and strategy for RF Site products, leading cross-functional teams to deliver market-focused solutions that meet customer needs and enhance product value. Collaborate closely with...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$184K - $356K *

Manage broad engineering projects to enhance toolchain adoption and performance across complex software systems. Collaborate cross-functionally, resolve integration issues, and document reusable metho...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $204K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage and control project costs and schedules. Collaborate with various departments to optimize program execution through effective schedule modeling and forecasting, impac...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Join a team that's pivotal in managing cost and schedule performance, facilitating effective program execution through robust analytics and collaboration with cross-functional teams, while ensuring co...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$240K - $260K *

Lead the charge in transforming the VA ServiceNow platform, establishing architecture standards, and guiding technical decisions to enhance service delivery across multiple deployments at an enterpris...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading diverse teams and managing multiple initiatives. Drive quality assurance, resource allocation, and technical support across various locations to ensure mission-crit...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$72K - $115K *

Drive the design and technical support in data center operations, managing infrastructure projects and drafting technical documentation to ensure optimal performance and compliance across multiple POP...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.