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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$225K - $275K *

Transform AI Agent opportunities by serving as a specialized expert, collaborating with sales teams to shape technical narratives, conduct workshops, and lead high-stakes demos that drive business val...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $205K *

Transform your career as a Principal Solutions Engineer, specializing in AI Agent technologies. Engage early in sales cycles, drive technical discussions, and design compelling demonstrations while co...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $165K *

Champion sourcing and acquisition efforts within a collaborative team, ensuring smooth procurement processes and strong supplier relationships for various defense programs...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's focused on managing and optimizing containerized applications, ensuring scalability and performance in AWS EKS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain secure and effici...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join our dynamic defense contracting team to manage OTA agreements, track opportunities, and coordinate with stakeholders, ensuring project success in a fast-paced, innovative environment critical to...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$250K - $413K *

Join a team that's transforming A/V experiences by building scalable cloud-based encoding pipelines for diverse media assets, enhancing workflows, and supporting an evolving ecosystem with innovative...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $110K *

Drive the integration of oncology information systems, enhancing healthcare workflows. This role involves technical setup, system interfacing, and collaboration with healthcare teams to ensure efficie...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive project success by leading program controls, managing costs, and fostering strong relationships. Oversee bids, schedules, and negotiations while enhancing your career in a dynamic, collaborative...

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1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team in driving impactful communication and change management initiatives within a global organization, ensuring alignment across stakeholders and delivering high-quality engagement str...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform the onboarding experience for enterprise customers by leading seamless implementations, balancing technical demands with stakeholder communication, and driving effective project management t...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform project execution by overseeing team performance, managing deliverables, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Engage with stakeholders to enhance project success and foster...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $150K *

Unlock your potential by leading electrical engineering projects that drive innovation and safety in utility, industrial, and commercial sectors. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality subst...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $300K *

Lead the charge in physical design execution, optimizing SoC performance and ensuring tapeout readiness through collaboration with cross-functional teams and advanced tool mastery...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $300K *

Advance your career by leading the physical design of advanced SoCs. Drive design optimization, collaboration, and verification in a dynamic environment to enhance chip performance and methodology for...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$157K - $298K *

Drive customer engagement and growth by building strong relationships with Boeing Defense, understanding needs, and ensuring satisfaction through proactive solutions and communication, while leading a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $109K *

Lead the charge in automating testing processes for critical court systems, ensuring effective collaboration within Agile teams. Influence automation strategy and drive framework enhancements in a clo...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $195K *

Champion the advancement of data strategy and architecture in a complex environment. Lead integration and development of innovative data solutions to enhance situational awareness, automation, and mis...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our AWS cloud platform through technical leadership and hands-on engineering. Drive infrastructure automation, guide a team in Agile practices, and enhance platform relia...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $166K *

Empower the development and operation of advanced cloud security solutions, enhancing automated guardrails and vulnerability management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to secure applications...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$271K - $383K *

Drive the success of innovative software solutions by leading a dynamic team of engineers and architects, overseeing projects from conception through delivery, and fostering a collaborative environmen...

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2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $250K *

Unlock your potential by joining an innovative team dedicated to revolutionizing medical technology. Collaborate with talented engineers and leverage cutting-edge tools to enhance products that positi...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$133K - $200K *

Engage in strategic deal pursuits, building relationships and driving large-scale opportunities. Utilize expert selling strategies to connect solutions with client needs, while leading cross-functiona...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Empower engineering excellence by solving complex technical challenges, mentoring teams, and driving innovative software solutions in a collaborative, cloud-native environment focused on data and AI i...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career by engineering and enhancing mission-critical voice and collaboration systems in a secure environment. Leverage your troubleshooting skills to maintain uninterrupted services and ensu...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $125K *

Partner with us to own constructability for innovative data center deployments. Oversee design reviews, manage pre-construction logistics, and develop standardized procedures to ensure efficient, repe...

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1 week ago

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

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.