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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$100K - $130K *

Transform communications for innovative space programs, providing technical support and engineering assessments for satellite systems, ensuring optimal performance and seamless integration across comp...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $194K *

Empower naval aviation systems integration by coordinating Future Carrier program designs, integrating requirements, and supporting key functional areas for military aircraft operations and logistics...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Transform the future of unmanned systems by leading integration efforts, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards while collaborating with diverse teams in a dynamic program environme...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Join a team as a Principal Systems Integration Engineer to lead integration efforts across Special Operations Forces. Ensure interoperability, perform risk assessments, and translate requirements into...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K - $182K *

Shape the future of embodied AI by leveraging your expertise in autonomy and robotics to solve critical challenges across various sectors. Collaborate with a team of experts, influence technology adop...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $145K *

Unlock potential by delivering expert systems engineering services for DoD and IC acquisitions. Engage in project reviews, manage contracts, and support acquisition strategy formulation while enhancin...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Manage and optimize the technical efforts in systems engineering for UAS support equipment, ensuring requirements are effectively translated into high-performance systems while collaborating with dive...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Drive innovation by leading systems engineering for Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to transform requirements into optimized solutions while ensuring technical and logistical...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Optimize the design and integration of advanced RF/EO/IR signal processing systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance algorithm performance, while effectively mentoring peers and dri...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Systems Engineer by delivering expert systems engineering services and shaping acquisition strategies within DoD and IC environments, ensuring successful program outc...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving the GNC architecture and developing novel algorithms for spacecraft controls, ensuring flight readiness and mission success through dynamic simulations and thorough validat...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $226K *

Drive impactful solutions in space systems by leading architecture studies and collaborating cross-functionally to meet complex national security needs. Engage in performance assessment to enhance gro...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $282K *

Lead the charge in shaping cloud-based data architectures, integrating legacy systems, and guiding teams through compliance and data management strategies while mentoring junior engineers in an Agile...

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$117K - $226K *

Join a team dedicated to innovating space architecture solutions, driving cross-functional studies and assessments, and collaborating with a diverse set of customers to enhance national security space...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $226K *

Empower the future of space engineering by leading cross-functional teams in architecting innovative solutions, driving technical excellence in complex projects across national defense and civilian sp...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$174K - $261K *

Partner with us to lead and innovate in autonomous systems, enhancing AI performance across crucial sectors, while driving collaboration in technical strategy and real-world applications of robotics t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Engage with senior Space Force leaders to optimize Foreign Military Sales programs, ensuring seamless integration and compliance with security cooperation across international space initiatives and po...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $84K *

Execute maintenance and support for advanced mission modules, collaborating with teams on critical national defense initiatives. Demonstrate technical expertise while ensuring efficient module operati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $84K *

Unlock advanced maintenance solutions for critical defense technologies, working directly with key stakeholders on mission module support, maintenance planning, and logistical operations, while ensuri...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$174K - $261K *

Tackle complex AI challenges while leading cross-functional teams to enhance autonomous systems, ensuring optimal performance across sectors such as defense and healthcare. Drive innovation and strate...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Optimize acquisition strategies and program management for DoD initiatives, driving successful Milestone Reviews and risk management through expert analysis and documentation. Collaborate with stakeho...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role supporting Marine Corps SIGINT operations. Collaborate on engineering solutions, documentation, and system evaluations to enhance tactical intelligence capabili...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $125K *

Take ownership of advanced concept evaluations and development efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect solutions, lead initiatives, and enhance technology strategies. Drive innov...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join us in overseeing projects from design to deployment for innovative space systems. Drive critical operations support and guide strategic technical initiatives to enhance satellite operations and c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $172K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage model-based systems engineering (MBSE) for development and integration of foreign ground systems, ensuring effective data-driven decision-making and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.