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Being a part of the R&D Systems Engineering profession means being at the forefront of innovation and design. Better yet, a high paying position means you'll be well compensated for your unique skills and expertise.

R&D Systems Engineer Jobs with Ladders

We hand-pick and vet the most promising roles in the sector, bringing you a quality selection of opportunities that meets your career advancement needs.

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$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's advancing nuclear infrastructure through innovative R&D in concrete materials, focusing on NDT, data analysis, and sensor design, while leading projects and supervising technical st...

Chalk River, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that drives innovative Radar system development, leading engineering efforts across disciplines to optimize resources and enhance decision-making. Leverage your expertise to influence comp...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Advance technical leadership in systems engineering, guiding Radar system development and integration while ensuring team performance and innovative solutions align with business goals...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $220K *

Accelerate innovation in satellite technology by verifying custom ASICs. Collaborate with a passionate team and utilize your expertise in Verilog, SystemVerilog, and UVM to ensure high standards in di...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Lead technical project initiatives in aerospace and defense, overseeing cross-functional teams to deliver innovative products on time and within budget. Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate compl...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Shape complex engineering solutions by designing and evaluating manufacturing processes, conducting studies, and guiding projects. Play a key role in analyzing and optimizing operations within a multi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Transform the future of electronic systems by leading and mentoring engineers, while contributing your expertise to hardware development and ensuring optimal performance in a dynamic environment geare...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $103K *

Shape your career by developing advanced control systems for EO/IR sensors. Lead design, implementation, and testing to enhance tracking and stabilization performance in combat vehicles while collabor...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with specifications while maintaining budget and schedule. Foster collaboration across tea...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Engage as a technical leader in designing and optimizing complex mechanical systems, collaborating across teams from concept to production, and mentoring junior engineers to drive innovation and perfo...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing and assessing Flight, Technical, and Cyber risks while collaborating with senior leaders to enhance operational capacity and safety through effective risk anal...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software reliability through automation and simulation-driven testing. Take the lead in validating top-tier autonomy software to ensure it meets mission-criti...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $145K *

Advance your career by designing and testing innovative fluid systems for R&D environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex engineering challenges in both small-scale tests an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $150K *

Drive innovation in testing by developing strategies, leading teams, and enhancing software evaluation to ensure mission success in a dynamic environment. Collaborate across departments to optimize pr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $156K *

Lead the charge in building innovative MVPs as a skilled Lead System Engineer. Drive the adoption of cutting-edge technologies while managing a dynamic offshore team and collaborating with stakeholder...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join us in advancing innovative LV/MV switchgear and MCC solutions by leading design, prototyping, and testing efforts while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and reliabil...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $180K *

Engage in pioneering the design and testing of critical electronic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability, compliance, and performance in next-generation space applicat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Drive the technical development of engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with specifications while managing budgets, fostering collaboration, and leading initiatives that suppo...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $124K *

Advance aerospace engineering projects by optimizing requirements management processes and tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project requirements align with industry standards a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Elevate your engineering career by supporting critical Navy infrastructure projects. Lead design activities for mechanical, structural, electrical, and fluid systems and collaborate with project teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $125K *

Shape the future of automated production test systems by designing, validating, and scaling robotic handlers for RF components, ensuring efficiency and alignment across global teams for long-term scal...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $175K *

Elevate product innovation by leading a diverse R&D engineering team through the full lifecycle—from design concept to commercialization—ensuring adherence to quality, customer requirements, and effec...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $295K *

Shape the future of nuclear systems by leading a dynamic team of 30 professionals, managing a $12M budget, and driving innovative solutions for national security and strategic decision-making challeng...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$350K - $500K *

Empower the future of AI by blending design and engineering to create innovative user interfaces and seamless product experiences while collaborating with researchers and engineers in a fast-paced env...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Innovate as a Senior R&D Engineer, leading cross-functional teams to design and launch surgical products, ensuring the generation of compliant Design History Files and advancing projects through effec...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an R&D Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    An R&D Systems Engineer is responsible for the research, design, and development of systems, processes, or protocols.

  • What is the salary range for an R&D Systems Engineer?question toggle

    The salary for R&D Systems Engineers can range significantly, but Ladders offers positions that pay $100,000 or more.

  • What skills are necessary for R&D Systems Engineers?question toggle

    Key skills for R&D Systems Engineers include analytical thinking, problem-solving, knowledge of engineering science and technology, and the ability to conduct research.