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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$170K - $200K *

Empower innovation by developing backend software for fleet orchestration, managing tasks, state, and routing for robotic systems in dynamic environments, ensuring timely and efficient operations...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock new possibilities as you manage and develop a dedicated support engineering team, ensuring exceptional service for our US Government customers while driving innovation and quality in complex en...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $165K *

Transform the future of IoT connectivity by leading chipset and module enablement, guiding developers through the NB-IoT NTN journey, and optimizing solutions for real-world applications seamlessly...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$157K - $298K *

Help us design scalable enterprise services across cross-functional teams, enhancing customer experiences and delivering significant business value while applying systems thinking and service design p...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Champion growth and market expansion by bridging technical teams and business stakeholders, crafting tailored technology solutions while driving strategic business development initiatives and nurturin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $190K *

Join a team that's pioneering the integration of 4G EPC and 5G Core network solutions. Drive innovative deployments, optimize configurations, and ensure seamless operational performance in dynamic env...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$235K - $306K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in driving government business development across defense, intelligence, and federal sectors. Lead strategic initiatives to build relationships and enhance market...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $128K *

Lead the charge in providing specialized SCADA technical support, enhancing client relationships in the Renewable Energy sector through system integration, troubleshooting, and programming expertise t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$92K - $134K *

Lead construction projects focused on water meter installations, ensuring safety and quality throughout. Manage subcontractors, oversee budgets, and collaborate with teams to deliver successful outcom...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate cost estimation for complex projects by analyzing specifications, developing proposals, and collaborating with teams to ensure accuracy and adherence to safety protocols while mentoring junior...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading on-site installation efforts, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in high-impact projects while coordinating with various stakeholders to meet schedule and execution s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Optimize project management by overseeing multiple Workday projects through effective client engagement, risk evaluation, and team leadership while ensuring all deliverables meet quality standards and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of the financial systems architecture, ensuring seamless integration and operational excellence across Procure to Pay and FP&A processes, while leading the implementation of foundationa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead and empower cross-functional teams to deliver impactful analytic programs aligned with Government objectives. Drive data-driven insights, effective stakeholder engagement, and collaborative decis...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $152K *

Shape the future of nuclear energy by applying your expertise in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics to design, analyze, and optimize nuclear power plant systems. Mentor junior engineers while collabor...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $185K *

Transform client relationships in the Army domain, ensuring high satisfaction, driving product adoption, and expanding accounts. Foster collaboration for successful outcomes and act as a trusted advis...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$137K - $171K *

Elevate your career by providing expert engineering support in the power utility sector. Collaborate with teams on Doble products, drive R&D, and deliver training, enhancing the industry's standards w...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of federal compliance with our dynamic team, guiding clients through FedRAMP and CMMC frameworks. Leverage your expertise to enhance security protocols and drive successful authorizat...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$138K - $165K *

Manage teams to deliver high-quality releases, enhancing CI/CD processes and cloud infrastructure for SaaS platforms. Leverage expertise in operational excellence to ensure reliability, scalability, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $165K *

Analyze and manage the security and logistics of aircraft maintenance parts, ensuring accurate inventory oversight and compliance with international trade regulations in a dynamic warehouse environmen...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $145K *

Elevate the Government Property Management System by ensuring compliance and accountability for U.S. Government property throughout its lifecycle. Drive improvements, audits, and training to uphold st...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $138K *

Take ownership of financial integrity by managing end-to-end revenue processes, ensuring GAAP compliance, and producing accurate financial statements in collaboration with cross-functional teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI-driven solutions in healthcare. Lead client engagements, design enterprise-grade architectures, and collaborate across teams to deliver innovative technolog...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead and mentor Agile software engineering teams, driving innovation and delivery for core platform services. Foster collaboration, guide architectural strategy, and enhance development using AI tools...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $108K *

Deliver complex software and cloud projects, managing lifecycle from kickoff to support. Collaborate with stakeholders, utilize Agile methodologies, and ensure timely, quality outcomes across multiple...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.