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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$104K - $194K *

Lead a dynamic Agile software development team, balancing technical and managerial responsibilities. Drive team performance, oversee project execution, and create engineering solutions in a critical S...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $194K *

Pioneer the future of F-22 modernization by leading a dynamic Systems Engineering team focused on system-level integration, driving technical excellence, and ensuring fleet readiness through innovativ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Bring your expertise to a robust engineering team shaping pivotal subsystems. Lead requirements development, integrate advanced technologies, and guide multidisciplinary teams while ensuring complianc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $243K *

Lead strategic oversight and operational management of configuration management for mission-critical systems, ensuring delivery of flight-ready products and driving quality and efficiency across all p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Lead engineering initiatives to drive technical excellence, manage complex systems, and ensure strategic alignment while collaborating across teams and executing projects on cost and schedule. Join a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Join a team that tackles advanced missile and sensor systems development, leading cross-functional efforts to ensure technical excellence from concept to production while managing risks and fostering...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Lead the charge in driving technical excellence across complex systems engineering projects, ensuring alignment with strategic program goals while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $195K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to design and execute integration and test plans for safety-critical systems supporting air traffic operations, ensuring system compliance and performance verification...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Transform systems engineering by leading the Requirements and Verification team to ensure strategic missile system performance and integration, fostering collaboration across departments to exceed cus...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $140K *

Advance integration and validation for the Next Gen Autonomous Driving Kit, collaborating across disciplines to ensure alignment of software, hardware, and product specifications throughout developmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$155K - $180K *

Transform your future as you lead the development and integration of AI systems for impactful government missions. Collaborate across teams to establish user-centric standards and enhance the operatio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$154K - $278K *

Transform mission capabilities through effective systems engineering, providing leadership in defining requirements, designing architectures, and managing integration for complex RF systems. Collabora...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $138K *

Drive innovation in mechanical design, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create robust systems capable of surviving demanding environments, while supporting product development from concept...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of naval radar systems by developing test plans, integrating hardware and software, and optimizing system performance through cross-functional collaboration and detailed analysis...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $178K *

Engage in Model-Based Systems Engineering to design and maintain complex software architectures, ensuring alignment between system level and software requirements, while enhancing automation strategie...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Transform systems engineering within the Intelligence Community by applying Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles to enhance mission effectiveness and operational resilience through collab...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $243K *

Elevate your career by leading system integration and analysis efforts. Drive technical planning and functional analysis to translate complex requirements into viable solutions while coordinating cros...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $171K *

Discover a dynamic role where you'll leverage Model-based Engineering and Agile practices to drive digital transformation in national defense systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to opti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead programs and engineering teams to deliver complex EO/IR solutions, ensuring technical excellence and customer satisfaction while managing cost and schedule across project lifecycles...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $170K *

Engineer solutions to enhance GPS-BRIE and CRIIS systems through full-lifecycle engineering, ensuring operational readiness, and collaborating with teams to produce technical documentation and support...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing model-based systems engineering (MBSE) practices to enhance technical integration in submarine design programs, ensuring modern toolsets and processes are established for...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $188K *

Grow your career with hands-on development of cutting-edge embedded flight control software, collaborating in an agile environment to innovate solutions and mentor future engineers while ensuring best...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $188K *

Empower development of cutting-edge embedded flight control software in an agile setting. Collaborate across teams to design, implement, and test innovative solutions while mentoring engineers and ens...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $179K *

Shape the future of embedded flight control systems as a hands-on developer. Design, implement, and optimize software solutions in an agile, collaborative environment while mentoring team members and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $188K *

Innovate cutting-edge flight software solutions with a dynamic, Agile team. Tackle complex software challenges while developing skills and coaching others, driving impactful advancements in embedded s...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.