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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$141K - $224K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior technical authority for space communications, leading systems engineering activities across space, ground, and network segments to deliver secure, resilient capabilitie...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $224K *

Champion the delivery of secure wideband space communications systems, leading systems engineering efforts across multiple domains. Engage with customers, oversee technical integration, and ensure mis...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K - $194K *

Lead the charge in envisioning, designing, and managing multiple IT systems with minimal supervision. Utilize advanced expertise to solve complex issues, oversee system upgrades, and ensure operationa...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Elevate business systems efficiency by administering advanced tech solutions, integrating multiple platforms, and enhancing operational workflows to support cross-departmental goals and client needs...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Play a key role in advancing innovative FPGA verification processes, leading the design and integration of cutting-edge testing infrastructure for aerospace systems while mentoring and collaborating w...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $226K *

Unlock innovation by leading high-performance teams in advanced aircraft systems development, ensuring program success through effective management of costs, schedules, and technical performances whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $150K *

Shape the future of naval engineering by leading projects that enhance surface warfare capabilities, ensuring quality deliverables, fostering collaboration, and implementing continuous improvements ac...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$210K - $240K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of national security through innovative systems engineering. You'll design and implement advanced data models and distributed systems, ensuring scalability and re...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $147K *

Drive the design and integration of advanced test data systems, ensuring effective data acquisition across various environments. Collaborate within cross-functional teams to enhance data management st...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $250K *

Drive innovation by architecting scalable systems that enable rapid growth while optimizing service delivery. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance system design and integration, ensuring effi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Develop innovative engineering solutions to enhance manufacturing operations. Utilize advanced analysis, troubleshoot complex problems, and drive product design improvements. Collaborate independently...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $179K *

Shape the future of geospatial intelligence by driving test development and validation for new products. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure quality and accuracy across diverse imaging systems...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $142K *

Join a team that's committed to developing cutting-edge system architecture while providing crucial technical support for mission-critical infrastructure and ensuring optimal operational performance a...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer the development of spacecraft Command and Data Handling systems, leading technical efforts in design and verification while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet critical mission r...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Transform the future of space technology by ensuring radiation resilience for electronic systems. Join a dynamic team supporting missions from low Earth orbit to Mars, developing advanced testing stra...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $157K *

Drive innovation in avionics designs as you contribute to mission-critical projects. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver cutting-edge designs while ensuring compliance with industry s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Innovate in the analysis and design of complex information systems, supporting multiple locations within a fast-paced, evolving mission environment. Drive effective solutions to enhance operational ef...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $100K *

Take ownership of technical integration across the product lifecycle, ensuring performance and reliability of military aircraft support systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage requi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $148K *

Build vital telecommunications systems globally as a SATCOM expert. Collaborate with a dynamic team to install, maintain, and troubleshoot satellite equipment, ensuring optimal performance in mission...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $170K *

Optimize robotic system performance by leading debugging efforts, implementing features, and ensuring operational health across autonomous fleets in dynamic environments...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$73K - $129K *

Lead the integration and validation of advanced mission-systems in high-fidelity labs and flight tests, ensuring operational effectiveness for next-gen aircraft platforms. Collaborate across teams to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$144K - $219K *

Join a team that advances payload integration efforts by managing optical terminals on spacecraft. Leverage your systems engineering expertise to support customer requirements, oversee integration pro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$144K - $201K *

Empower innovation by leading payload integration on spacecraft. Manage customer relationships and apply systems engineering practices to ensure seamless payload lifecycle execution from contract to l...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $140K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and securing our firewall infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to implement Cisco, Palo Alto, and Juniper solutions, ensuring robust network protection and responsivene...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $140K *

Elevate your career as a Network Engineer focusing on firewall technologies, managing and optimizing Cisco, Palo Alto, and Netscaler devices to ensure robust security for critical infrastructures whil...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.