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 - $120K *

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to design, validate, and optimize scientific applications within NOAA's operational frameworks, leveraging advanced programming skills to enhance meteorologica...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$68K - $131K *

Join a dynamic team to conduct jurisdiction and classification assessments for exports/imports, ensuring compliance with government regulations. Collaborate across functions and enhance regulatory kno...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $104K *

Oversee the installation and commissioning of Heat Recovery Steam Generators, managing site operations while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and budget standards, while fostering effective c...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Shape exceptional digital client solutions by translating business goals into tailored omnichannel experiences. Leverage expertise in strategy, cross-functional collaboration, and optimization to driv...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Deliver technical expertise in sales activities by managing relationships, assessing needs, and designing systems to integrate solutions, fostering success in Media and Entertainment environments with...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $130K *

Transform cloud solutions by leading AWS development and administration efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, compliant, and scalable infrastructure. Drive innovation in c...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead cloud application initiatives by architecting solutions, migrating systems, and enhancing applications. Collaborate with teams to advance cloud technologies while ensuring compliance and quality...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Unlock expertise in GSA MAS consulting by leading compliance and proposal development, shaping federal procurement strategies, and driving client success across diverse sectors with in-depth market kn...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $110K *

Unlock potential by assessing cybersecurity practices for defense contractors, ensuring compliance with CMMC standards. Engage in audits, documentation analysis, and risk mitigation within a collabora...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Contribute to managing enterprise-wide programs and drive successful project outcomes while ensuring delivery within timelines and budgets, collaborating across multiple teams throughout the product l...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $121K *

Architect and implement impactful security solutions for cloud environments, manage risks, and enhance security practices while collaborating with teams to drive innovation and ensure compliance in a...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $236K *

Join us to lead and enhance strategic partnerships with services partners, driving program initiatives and improving operational efficiency across the organization to support enterprise growth in phys...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $205K *

Accelerate power generation through advanced engineering analysis and project management. Lead technical evaluations, mentor teams, and deliver solutions for nuclear power uprate projects, ensuring ef...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Drive cybersecurity infrastructure support and transformation initiatives, analyzing user needs, defining solutions, and implementing advanced technologies to enhance security and operational efficien...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $215K *

Serve as a key leader overseeing construction management teams, ensuring project success through effective collaboration, risk mitigation, and strong client relationships, while aligning with core val...

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Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$112K - $193K *

Shape the future of AI solutions by developing scalable, intelligent applications using cutting-edge frameworks. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive innovation in conversational AI and agentic syst...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that drives strategic pursuits in federal environmental markets. Take ownership of opportunities from identification through proposal transition, fostering relationships and utilizing comp...

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2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of rapid deployment services, driving strategic leadership and operational excellence for complex data center projects, while enhancing client relationships and b...

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Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the development and execution of transformative internal systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance operations, improve data infrastructure, and streamline processes using strategic insight, inno...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $215K *

Join our innovative team as a front-end engineer to design and enhance tools that automate and manage cloud-based infrastructure, impacting customer experiences and ensuring a stable, flexible product...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading BIM initiatives, managing project data, and enhancing collaboration. Drive best practices in BIM execution and support project teams to ensure consistency, quality, and inn...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$131K - $174K *

Transform your career by leading the Oracle R12 DBA team to ensure optimal application performance, compliance, and support. Drive technology initiatives aligned with business goals while fostering te...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $108K *

Join a dynamic team to provide Tier 2 support for Dynamics 365 users, troubleshoot complex issues, and enhance support documentation while staying updated on the latest features and best practices in...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $276K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of Sales Engineers, enhancing technical sales strategies, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to elevate customer engagement and win rates in the cy...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $193K *

Elevate the data infrastructure supporting our autonomy program. You will design, build, and operate pipelines and systems that transform raw vehicle data into structured datasets for engineers, drivi...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.