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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$86K - $138K *

Drive operational excellence by delivering mission planning and coordination solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders and provide technical and operational expertise for intelligence operations, ensur...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$153K - $284K *

Elevate your career as a Chief Systems Engineer, leading critical Electronic Warfare initiatives. Drive technical strategies, guide engineering teams, and innovate solutions while collaborating closel...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $129K *

Join and support the operation of complex ground systems, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with stakeholders while enhancing your engineering skills and experience in a dynamic environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $197K *

Lead the charge in advanced systems engineering, overseeing complex decision analysis, technical planning, and risk management. Leverage your expertise to ensure project success and team alignment whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Engineer mission integration solutions by developing a database that supports integrated mission analysis, collaborating with stakeholders for system mappings, and ensuring accurate representation of...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $233K *

Lead the charge in end-to-end testing and characterization of advanced space-based imaging systems. Guide technical teams in developing test strategies, executing plans, and delivering analytical insi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$147K - $255K *

Shape the future of F-35 systems integration by leading teams in test planning, workforce development, and process improvements. Drive talent readiness and enhance technical operations in a fast-paced...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of in-flight connectivity by designing robust systems for commercial aviation, integrating advanced technologies to ensure seamless communication and entertainment experiences for pas...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in innovative space program integration, delivering expert insight into mission system interfaces, concept development, and testing strategies, while collaborating with diverse stakeho...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Drive your career forward by joining a dynamic team of Principal Systems Engineers focused on advanced modeling and analysis for national defense. Leverage your expertise in systems engineering to sha...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $192K *

Elevate your career with a leading role in systems integration, focusing on test planning and execution for navy platforms. Collaborate on weapon systems and enhance your skills in hardware/software i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Transform cybersecurity capabilities by leading a dynamic team in a hybrid work environment, driving strategy, optimizing performance, and fostering talent development to enhance resilience and effici...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Empower future space missions by integrating engineering into mission analysis. As a Systems Engineer, you’ll collaborate on system mappings and technical planning, ensuring successful development and...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $140K *

Empower your career with a pivotal engineering role focused on mission protection and resiliency. Join a collaborative team to implement projects, manage tasks, and ensure effective operations in a dy...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Drive impactful engineering solutions with a focus on mission protection and resiliency, collaborating with diverse teams to achieve enterprise-level planning and execution while ensuring compliance w...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $135K *

Engage a talented engineering team to drive groundbreaking project development. You will lead multi-faceted NPI challenges, fostering collaboration across departments and ensuring project success thro...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $129K *

Advance national defense by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain electrical interfaces for complex reentry systems while ensuring system requirements are met an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Launch complex systems engineering processes across their life cycle, ensuring technical integrity and quality in deliverables while collaborating with government entities and internal teams to solve...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join us to deliver exceptional systems engineering solutions for complex challenges. Your technical leadership will drive requirement analysis, system architecture development, and integration efforts...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of RDT&E networks by designing and securing innovative enterprise solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance and seamless operation across diverse environments, c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $138K *

Unlock potential by contributing to the evolution of advanced Strategic Fire Control Systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance submarine fire control subsystems, integrating innovati...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Engage in advanced space mission engineering to analyze and develop complex tracking systems for missile defense. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance satellite operations, ensuring compliance wi...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Transform the future of spaceflight by developing mission operations and training systems as part of a dynamic team focused on groundbreaking human space exploration and commercial ventures...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $215K *

Join a team that's leading mission operations for cutting-edge spacecraft. Manage the entire mission lifecycle, ensure spacecraft readiness, and innovate effective operational methodologies. Engage in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Elevate aircraft mechanical systems performance by leading troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and technical support throughout the product lifecycle. Collaborate across engineering, quality, and ma...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.