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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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$170K - $200K *

Elevate embedded systems design by optimizing Linux platforms for mission-critical space applications. Collaborate across diverse engineering teams to drive innovation and solutions in FPGA-SoC integr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $93K *

Empower the automation team by providing critical support for SCADA installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Collaborate with vendors and field staff to ensure regulatory compliance, optimize e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $110K *

Advance process characterization and validation efforts, overseeing the design of manufacturing processes and layouts to ensure efficiency and compliance. Drive the implementation of advanced equipmen...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K - $251K *

Take ownership of the architecture and design of display systems, ensuring alignment with product expectations and compliance with engineering processes, while leveraging technical expertise in avioni...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Shape customer solutions by leveraging your technical expertise in R&D. Collaborate across functions to drive innovative product and process development, while ensuring quality and effectiveness for c...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $157K *

Transform customer needs into actionable technical solutions, driving cross-functional collaboration and anomaly resolution while applying engineering principles. Assume a key role in delivering advan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Engineer innovative mechanical designs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge products from concept to production while maintaining rigorous documentation and quality stand...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Lead the development and execution of cryogenic system architectures, leveraging your expertise in thermofluids to drive engineering solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure robust design...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Contribute to innovative product solutions by leading a multi-disciplinary engineering team, overseeing project management, and ensuring effective communication with customers and leadership throughou...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $151K *

Join our team as a Senior Systems Engineer, driving innovation by designing and maintaining critical systems that enhance the efficiency of R&D operations through seamless data integration and busines...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $120K *

Advance human spaceflight missions by designing and analyzing mechanical systems, collaborating with diverse teams to create reliable aerospace hardware that meets rigorous safety standards for crewed...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex geotechnical and structural monitoring projects. You'll coordinate installations, analyze data, and prepare reports, ensuring successful project delive...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $130K *

Oversee complex systems engineering for airborne networking while collaborating with Integrated Product Teams. Drive innovations in integration, testing, and operational readiness for mission-critical...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing airborne networking through innovative systems engineering. Contribute your expertise in system integration, testing, and validation of cutting-edge communica...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$144K - $162K *

Advance your career by leveraging systems engineering expertise to enhance mission-critical projects, driving technical excellence and ensuring system performance aligns with established specification...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Systems Engineer Journeyman, where you'll conduct assessments, validate systems, and provide engineering support throughout the lifecycle to enhance program performance and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, contributing to military aircraft software systems. Collaborate with a high-performing team to develop, integrate, and test embedded appli...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Drive advanced software solutions by leading full lifecycle development while collaborating with multi-disciplined teams. Leverage expertise in C/C++ to support innovative projects and ensure high-qua...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $100K *

Join us in driving innovation as a Product Engineer, where you will lead design and engineering efforts, collaborate across departments, and support product development from concept to production, all...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by developing cutting-edge AI and ML solutions. Drive innovation through complex data systems, optimize existing models, and present impactful research to leadership in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock innovative AI solutions as part of a dynamic team, developing advanced algorithms and data systems. Influence decision-making through cutting-edge research and model enhancements, all while foc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Unlock potential by developing innovative embedded software for power conversion systems, ensuring high reliability and performance across a range of applications, from small components to large elect...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$156K - $187K *

Lead the design and integration of electric systems for robotic automation solutions, ensuring reliability and compliance across the entire product lifecycle within high-throughput environments...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $177K *

Champion engineering excellence and program success by leading cross-functional teams. Oversee technical health, schedule integrity, and deliverables of a major maritime defense program, ensuring inno...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $170K *

Elevate reliability in propulsion hardware through hands-on problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and root cause analysis to ensure mission success and hardware integrity in complex aerospa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.