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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$165K - $265K *

Elevate your career by developing cutting-edge ASICs for satellite broadband systems. Collaborate with top engineers to enhance performance and capabilities of a revolutionary global communications ne...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$175K - $280K *

Pioneer cutting-edge systems engineering solutions in satellite communication. Collaborate with world-class teams to develop advanced ASICs and algorithms, enhancing global broadband connectivity thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Deliver comprehensive reliability and safety assessments for advanced space systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards while enhancing system reliabili...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative strategies for specialty engineering, ensuring alignment with program goals, and fostering team growth through effective management and collaboration across mu...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $100K *

Take ownership of end-to-end system installations, ensuring high-quality service delivery and customer satisfaction while managing teams and troubleshooting low-voltage systems in public transit setti...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$106K - $198K *

Transform engineering project execution through strategic planning, coordination, and support. Enable cross-functional collaboration and enhance process improvements to drive results in a dynamic, fas...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a chief engineer leading missile defense programs, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure optimal system performance and readiness, while driving successful enginee...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $100K *

Advance your career with a hands-on role where you lead low-voltage systems installations, coordinate teams, and provide exceptional customer service in transit projects. Embrace a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$113K - $136K *

Empower the future of satellite technology by leading mechanical designs for Cesium spacecraft, enhancing reliability, performance, and manufacturability in a collaborative team focused on innovative...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize mechanical design for cutting-edge space hardware, ensuring seamless development from concept to in-orbit support. Collaborate on complex antenna systems and demonstrate expertise in aerospac...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $225K *

Analyze data-driven results to advance defense technologies, engaging with stakeholders to develop and present impactful models and simulations that inform business strategy and support mission succes...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $269K *

Accelerate innovation by performing system integration and validation analyses to transform customer requirements into effective and efficient total system solutions, ensuring technical excellence thr...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $269K *

Unlock potential by guiding system solutions through integration and testing. You'll play a vital role in defining architectures and analyzing requirements for next-gen MILSATCOM systems that enhance...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $239K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions by leading complex I&T initiatives, managing resources, and ensuring alignment with program goals. Foster a high-performing team and oversee all technical asp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $269K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of advanced communications systems. You'll play a vital role in the design, integration, and verification of a next-gen MILSATCOM system, ensuring robust performa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $269K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to define and verify system requirements for a next-gen MILSATCOM project. Drive the integration and validation activities ensuring all specifications meet operation...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Engage in enhancing Cyber Security initiatives by supporting Continuous Monitoring processes, developing compliance views, reporting metrics, and mentoring team members to ensure effective risk manage...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's enhancing cybersecurity capabilities and operations, integrating advanced cyber mission strategies to bolster cyberspace warfare efforts within critical space missions. Drive govern...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Transform naval operations as you oversee carrier C5I alterations, ensuring precise integration and support, while coordinating with key stakeholders to enhance systems performance and financial manag...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $94K *

Join a dynamic team to support acquisition activities for TADSS, ensuring compliance and alignment with project objectives. Contribute to the effective planning and management of projects through deta...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Drive the enhancement and management of C5I systems on CVN 78 class carriers, ensuring effective execution of alterations and robust support across various stakeholders while delivering financial over...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's providing critical support for submarine and undersea system acquisitions, managing projects throughout their life cycles, and ensuring technical excellence and compliance with esta...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $195K *

Lead the charge in ensuring operational excellence of mission-critical SIGINT software through lifecycle engineering, monitoring, and automation, all while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize system engineering efforts by guiding requirements analysis, design, and integration while managing high-risk programs and fostering technical leadership in advanced hardware/software systems...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$185K - $210K *

Help us advance sensing technology by solving complex measurement challenges. Leverage your expertise in sensor signal analysis, performance validation, and data processing to create impactful solutio...

1 week 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.