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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$109K - $121K *

Unlock potential by driving the design and implementation of cutting-edge autonomous maritime systems, ensuring mission-critical effectiveness while advancing your skills in a collaborative, fast-pace...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $224K *

Serve as a Principal Systems Engineer directing the design and integration of cutting-edge training systems for military platforms, ensuring high-fidelity simulation capabilities for effective operato...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Join a team that's driving engineering excellence in advanced mission-communication programs. Shape technical direction and lead cross-functional teams, ensuring mission success through robust systems...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $203K *

Shape the future of spacecraft communications by leading RF systems development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovative architectures and specifications, ensuring effective design...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $186K *

Take ownership of complex RF communications systems for spacecraft, driving innovative architectures and strategies across civil, commercial, and National Security Space programs ensuring exceptional...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $203K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of revolutionizing spacecraft communications. As a senior RF Systems Engineer, you'll strategize and guide the development of cutting-edge RF architectures, influen...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $203K *

Join as a Senior RF Systems Engineer, leading spacecraft communications strategies. Collaborate with top architects in cutting-edge RF technologies to shape future space missions and promote sustainab...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $203K *

Engineer sophisticated RF communications architectures for spacecraft, driving strategy and technical oversight for civil, commercial, and national security programs. Collaborate with teams to define...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Champion space innovation by designing and developing critical mechanical systems for NASA's future exploration initiatives. Collaborate with experts to deliver solutions that drive technological adva...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $208K *

Deliver innovative Mass Properties Engineering solutions, guiding teams in missile and aerospace systems while enhancing technical excellence, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting program succes...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $105K *

Unlock your potential as a Systems Engineer, contributing to the revolutionary development and testing of cutting-edge electric aircraft systems while collaborating on innovative design and integratio...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Shape the future as a Mid-Level Systems Engineer supporting mission-critical solutions. You'll apply engineering principles to optimize systems across cloud and hybrid environments, enhancing the effe...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Join a team that's enhancing mission-critical geospatial intelligence solutions by delivering scalable systems engineering expertise across various government and federal platforms to support operatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $237K *

Engineer innovative electrical solutions and enhance designs for diverse aerospace and military projects. Collaborate in a team-driven environment to tackle complex challenges and drive technical grow...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $151K *

Play a key role in the development and integration of cutting-edge systems for aircraft health management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage project budgets, and engage with stakeholders...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of geospatial technology by driving business growth through strategic customer relationships. Leverage federal sales expertise to deliver tailored enterprise GEOIN...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team as you take ownership of developing cutting-edge Avionic systems for next-gen space vehicles, manage a talented engineering group, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure high...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$225K - $250K *

Take ownership of system engineering processes, develop specifications, analyze architecture, and lead integration activities while ensuring compliance with high-level requirements and technical integ...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$166K - $249K *

Transform the future of space capabilities by leveraging your RF engineering expertise to deliver operationally dominant systems. Engage in the full lifecycle of development, testing, and integration...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $170K *

Lead the way in developing cutting-edge spacecraft electrical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, integrate, and ensure the reliability of electrical systems, driving industry...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by defining and governing AI telemetry, observability, and monitoring frameworks across classified environments. Collaborate with multi-domain teams to enhance operational visibili...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Join us to lead telemetry and observability frameworks for AI/ML in defense operations. You will define, implement, and govern monitoring standards across multiple security environments, ensuring miss...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead the development of telemetry and observability frameworks for AI model-serving operations across multiple classified environments, ensuring mission assurance and operational visibility through in...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Champion mission excellence by leading comprehensive test planning and execution efforts, ensuring seamless coordination and communication across teams, and driving successful outcomes in high-stakes...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Champion virtualization excellence by designing, implementing, and maintaining VMware environments, supporting data centers with robust engineering solutions, and ensuring compliance with government s...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.