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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$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by providing expert administrative support and guidance. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and efficiency, manage logistics, and empower internal communications for a dyn...

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3 weeks ago

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

$165K - $253K *

Lead complex instrumentation and controls engineering projects for nuclear power, ensuring design compliance, operational excellence, and safety. Collaborate with teams to optimize digital upgrades an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by developing and executing production schedules that enhance delivery and performance. Collaborate across teams to align resources and risks for optimal results in a dyna...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join our dynamic team to build, deploy, and refine production systems with enterprise clients. Collaborate with product and AI teams to drive technological innovations that reshape logistics on a glob...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$152K - $254K *

Take ownership of complex power generation system architectures, ensuring peak performance and alignment with customer objectives. Drive cross-functional teams and deliver innovative solutions that en...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$91K - $151K *

Transform public health initiatives by leading evaluation projects and driving quality improvement initiatives for state and local clients, utilizing strong analytical skills and client management exp...

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1 week ago

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

$128K - $176K *

Play a key role in designing and maintaining cloud infrastructure, optimizing developer experiences, and ensuring operational excellence in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate across teams to enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$62K - $103K *

Join a team that drives compliance excellence in government accounting audits. Leverage your skills in DCAA, DCMA audit support, and financial submissions to ensure regulatory adherence and deliver in...

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Today

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

$128K - $160K *

Join our dynamic team as a Senior Commissioning Project Manager, leading integrated commissioning for multiple utility-scale projects. Drive success from planning through energization, ensuring safe a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$185K - $272K *

Lead strategic Palantir engagements as a visionary director, driving team success and delivering operational solutions. Inspire and cultivate relationships while managing resource allocation, project...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $220K *

Innovate revenue operations by leading AI initiatives that enhance sales productivity, drive operational efficiency, and deliver measurable business results through strategic collaboration and data-dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$184K - $356K *

Lead the charge in strategic customer engagements by ensuring seamless project coordination, risk mitigation, and delivery excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to foster a unified appro...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $168K *

Lead the charge in transforming Sales Operations through AI-driven innovations. Design and implement intelligent automation solutions to enhance productivity and streamline processes, driving operatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $128K *

Engineer robust Oracle applications by developing, testing, and deploying software solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance system efficiencies, ensuring the delivery of high-quality technical sup...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower client IT systems by providing technical leadership and modernizing capabilities in a dynamic environment. Guide teams in cloud migration, DevSecOps practices, and ensure system integrity whil...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing IT asset management through ServiceNow. You will enhance software and hardware operations, ensure compliance, and drive efficiency in asset discovery while collaborating...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Empower national security through optimizing IT asset management on the ServiceNow platform. Join a mission-driven team to enhance compliance and efficiency in software and hardware asset management f...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of veterans' health initiatives by leading project operations that enhance VHA's recognition of support organizations, ensuring quality, accountability, and effect...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, overseeing complex projects that enhance Veteran health outcomes within a prominent national healthcare initiative. Drive project execution through structured...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Drive impactful health initiatives by managing the Elevated Risk Care Management program. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance care for Veterans at risk, ensuring project success through rigorous...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$204K - $276K *

Lead the design and implementation of AI/ML solutions that drive innovation and enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to deploy cutting-edge technologies and transform data into act...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in managing multi-cloud infrastructure, guiding a team of engineers in design, implementation, and optimization of cloud solutions across AWS, GCP, and Azure while ensuring security an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Lead the charge in providing technical expertise for maritime consulting projects, ensuring top-quality service delivery within budget while fostering client relationships and identifying new business...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $189K *

Engineer innovative electrical designs, ensuring compliance and safety for mission-critical power and cooling products. Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate systems, manage changes, and execute...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $138K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional remote support for imaging modalities. This role involves troubleshooting, customer interaction, and collaboration in a flexible, fast-paced envi...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.