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 *

Explore a key role in federal contracting, managing GSA schedules and ensuring compliance while providing regulatory guidance and bid support to maximize contract effectiveness and safeguard organizat...

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1 week ago

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

$85K - $95K *

Champion the successful delivery of healthcare IT projects, managing key workstreams in EHR implementation while ensuring compliance and alignment with project goals, timelines, and budgets through ef...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $105K *

Build operational excellence in project coordination by supporting Team Leads in tracking, documentation, and reporting. Enhance visibility into project execution and contribute to consistent delivery...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing high-performance applications for a pivotal enterprise retirement platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor peers, and make architectural decisions to dri...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $219K *

Shape the future of government technology solutions by leading complex opportunities, driving strategic engagements, and designing integrated outcomes for public sector clients that enhance collaborat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading global trade compliance programs, ensuring adherence to U.S. and international regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement compliance stra...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$164K - $235K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative product strategies for the U.S. defense market. Collaborate across departments to define product concepts that address mission gaps, ensuring alignment with busin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Transform healthcare billing by leading a dedicated Hospital Billing Claims team, enhancing claims accuracy, regulatory compliance, and team performance while collaborating with partners to deliver op...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing hospital billing processes by guiding a skilled claims team. Drive improvements in claims management, regulatory updates, and collaboration with professional billing to e...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $181K *

Shape optimal technical solutions for large-scale projects, leading bid management and cost estimation for VFD systems and related technologies. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and competi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in Human Capital Management initiatives, ensuring robust security configurations and seamless integrations while optimizing data migration and testing methodologies in a collaborative...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $140K *

Design and develop enterprise reporting solutions bridging SQL Server and Snowflake. Leverage your expertise in SQL, Snowflake, and data modeling to enhance analytics for procurement, supply chain, an...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead and oversee large-scale analytics and data management projects for major clients, ensuring best practices and team collaboration to drive innovation and deliver exceptional client value while man...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $135K *

Support Agile software development by evaluating processes, measuring team effectiveness, and recommending improvements. Contribute to delivering mission-critical capabilities in alignment with Depart...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead the optimization and configuration of TMS solutions in global specialty logistics, ensuring seamless operations in the pharmaceutical sector. Use your expertise to translate complex requirements...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior DevOps Lead, architecting infrastructure and mentoring a diverse group of contractors. This hands-on role balances leadership with technical execution, impacting AWS-ba...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $138K *

Lead cross-functional teams in Agile practices while driving cloud-native modernization efforts. Facilitate all ceremonies, remove impediments, and advocate for continuous improvement, transparency, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $174K *

Shape the future of aviation infrastructure by leading projects for airside facilities and enhancing client relations. Drive growth through innovative strategies while delivering exceptional architect...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $106K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of First Responder Solutions through innovative software design and development. Contribute your expertise in multi-threaded distributed systems and enhance clien...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead a team in developing scalable web applications and AI solutions, driving innovation in healthcare technology. Foster collaboration with stakeholders to deliver impactful software while mentoring...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $196K *

Elevate your career by leading technical I&C design initiatives, managing instrumentation databases, and collaborating across disciplines to deliver optimal design solutions in a dynamic team environm...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $130K *

Champion healthcare innovation by leading complex IT project management initiatives focused on regulatory compliance and interoperability solutions. Drive cross-functional collaboration and ensure on...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $190K *

Unlock your potential by engineering and enhancing a network reliability platform. Drive innovations in DevSecOps while collaborating across teams to improve system reliability and automate operationa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to modernize fiscal data processes and enhance financial reporting. Streamline user access while ensuring compliance and operational excellence within project timeli...

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4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative Digital Engineering solutions by collaborating with subject matter experts and industry leaders to enhance capabilities for both internal and external clients...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.