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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Model Based Systems Engineer - 100% Remote
$135K - $187K *
Collaborate with a dynamic engineering team to deliver advanced model-based systems engineering solutions across diverse domains, ensuring innovative and effective designs for complex technological ch...
3 weeks ago
$131K - $290K *
Drive the development and maintenance of critical systems while leading a team to implement key updates and replacements in a dynamic AWS environment. Guide design direction and ensure milestones are...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $189K *
Lead innovative software engineering projects for human spaceflight systems, ensuring successful development, testing, and certification of vital spacecraft software, while mentoring a dedicated team...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive integration and testing of cutting-edge sUAS technologies. Oversee electrical systems engineering on a multidisciplinary team while collaborating with U.S. Government and industry partners to en...
3 days ago
Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Champion public health initiatives by leading evaluations, data analysis, and stakeholder coordination for global health security programs, driving impactful solutions and recommendations to enhance p...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform innovative concepts into high-quality UAS prototypes as lead aeromechanical engineer, driving rapid design and production. Collaborate with agile teams to develop cutting-edge technology sol...
2 weeks ago
$124K - $170K *
Advance our Space Systems initiatives by leading technical development and ensuring system integrity. Collaborate across disciplines to define requirements, validate performance, and execute cutting-e...
1 week ago
Operations Systems Analyst - Electronic Warfare (EW)
$100K - $140K *
Join a team that supports U.S. Navy electronic warfare systems integration, focusing on testing and evaluation. Utilize your experience and problem-solving skills in a collaborative environment to enh...
3 weeks ago
Systems Integration & Test Engineer - E2
$79K - $147K *
Empower your engineering career by designing, integrating, and testing infrared sensors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure hardware meets performance and production standards through c...
2 weeks ago
Systems Integration & Test Engineer - E2
$79K - $147K *
Design, develop, and test infrared sensor systems, ensuring performance through collaboration with cross-functional teams to validate hardware-software integration, while supporting production readine...
2 weeks ago
Avionics Test Engineer III - Lunar Core Components
$130K - $182K *
Help us advance the development and acceptance of avionics and optical systems through rigorous testing and quality assurance, ensuring safe and robust hardware for lunar missions...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to lead operational analysis and mission integration efforts for critical air defense initiatives, ensuring effective capability development and acquisition support for the U.S. Ai...
2 weeks ago
Systems Engineer, Electrical Systems
$95K - $115K *
Tackle the challenge of enhancing Ground-based Midcourse Defense systems by leveraging your electrical engineering expertise and critical systems analysis skills. Collaborate with a dynamic team to in...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Partner with us to support the Thermal team in implementing spacecraft certification plans through documentation reviews, task tracking, and cross-disciplinary collaboration while ensuring compliance...
2 weeks ago
Sentinel LS Systems Engineering Section Manager 2 - 19374
$139K - $208K *
Shape the future of defense systems by leading a Systems Engineering team and managing complex projects. Leverage your expertise in Control Account Management and Earned Value Management to drive succ...
Reposted 1 week ago
$108K - $130K *
Lead innovative multi-discipline systems engineering efforts focusing on integration of wireless and sensor technologies. Drive on-site system development and support for government projects at Cape C...
2 weeks ago
Senior Flight Test Instrumentation Systems Design Engineer
$85K - $158K *
Architect robust instrumentation systems for test aircraft, ensuring integration, calibration, and operational excellence. Drive project execution while collaborating with teams to enhance data acquis...
1 week ago
$85K - $158K *
Lead the charge in delivering impactful engineering solutions to support the F-35 modification team by coordinating efforts, developing technical documentation, and ensuring proposal execution aligns...
2 weeks ago
Systems Integration/Test Engineer
$79K - $147K *
Unlock potential by leading and implementing test strategies for complex systems, ensuring quality and reliability through detailed evaluation and coordination with stakeholders. Contribute to innovat...
1 week ago
$95K - $178K *
Drive the continuous improvement of hypersonic missile production, ensuring alignment in engineering, manufacturing, and finance to meet cost and schedule goals while overseeing project planning and r...
3 days ago
$85K - $158K *
Join a team that's pivotal in driving production excellence, overseeing manufacturing processes and budgets, leading cross-functional collaborations, and ensuring timely delivery of projects while enh...
3 days ago
$95K - $178K *
Empower teams to drive engineering projects from inception to completion. Collaborate across disciplines, ensuring adherence to standards and specifications while optimizing design processes. Your lea...
3 days ago
$95K - $178K *
Champion innovative project solutions as you guide teams in executing complex military construction and strategic projects, ensuring program success for generations ahead...
5 days ago
$85K - $158K *
Accelerate project success by overseeing complex construction initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and technical excellence while fostering collaboration across teams for the future of missile system...
1 week ago
$95K - $178K *
Drive long-range planning efforts by coordinating across teams to forecast budgets and project scope. Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure mission success and improve processes within the e...
1 week ago
What does a Mission Systems Engineer do?
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?
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?
Industries such as Aerospace, Defense, IT, and Engineering Apps, among others, consistently need qualified Mission Systems Engineers.