Explore R&D Systems Engineer Jobs

R&D Systems Engineers help turn complex ideas into reliable products and systems. Working across research, engineering, and product teams, they translate requirements into designs, evaluate technical tradeoffs, and guide solutions from early concepts through testing and deployment. Explore vetted R&D Systems Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What R&D Systems Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by industry and employer, but may include defining system requirements, developing architectures, coordinating hardware and software integration, modeling system performance, and verifying that designs meet technical and regulatory standards. These engineers also document decisions, assess risks, troubleshoot issues, and communicate findings to cross-functional teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience in systems engineering, research and development, requirements management, technical analysis, and product testing. Familiarity with tools for modeling, simulation, data analysis, or configuration management can be valuable. Clear communication, structured problem-solving, and the ability to work across disciplines are important in roles involving complex products and programs.

Industries and Career Opportunities

R&D Systems Engineers may work in aerospace, defense, medical devices, robotics, automotive, telecommunications, energy, and other technology-driven fields. Depending on the role, they can focus on system architecture, integration and test, systems modeling, product development, or technical program leadership. Senior opportunities may include principal engineer, systems architect, or engineering leadership positions.

Find R&D Systems Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Browse R&D Systems Engineer openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare employers and responsibilities, and find positions that align with your technical background and career goals.

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$95K - $115K *

Contribute to the design and integration of aircraft interiors, ensuring high-quality solutions from concept to installation. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency and support airline operation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Support the design and integration of aircraft interiors, collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality solutions from concept to installation while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Advance quality assurance by managing QMS processes, ensuring compliance, and leading internal audits. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance documentation practices and drive continuous i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Innovate electronic designs by developing and testing circuits and systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and reliability, ensuring compliance with industry st...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $230K *

Elevate your career by driving quality and reliability in silicon photonics. Collaborate with development teams to ensure excellence and manage end-to-end reliability qualifications in a dynamic envir...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$210K - $316K *

Shape the future of space autonomy by leading technical vision and execution. Drive mission-ready systems across multi-constellation environments, ensuring reliable operations and delivering decision...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $169K *

Drive innovative semiconductor process formulations and lead projects to define, fabricate, and evaluate semiconductor devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvement...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation in software design and development for calibration and test systems, engaging in all project phases from requirements to integration. Collaborate in a hybrid environment to enhance in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive manufacturing innovation by leading process development and optimization for medical devices. Collaborate with global teams to ensure quality and compliance while mentoring engineers and resolvi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $185K *

Deliver integrated thermal management solutions for space nuclear systems, overseeing model development, analysis, and design trades to ensure high-temperature resilience and system-level collaboratio...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading a dynamic team, ensuring optimal equipment availability, and fostering a culture of safety and excellence. Drive projects and inspire staff in a collaborat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$161K - $241K *

Lead a dynamic team in the full software development life cycle, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software products while managing risks and fostering collaboration across engineering discipli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$161K - $241K *

Lead a dynamic team in the full software development life cycle, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software products while fostering collaboration and innovation in an Agile environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative fuel system designs for aviation, port, and railyard projects. Leverage your expertise in mechanical engineering to deliver high-quality solutions while collaborating with multidis...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$97K - $117K *

Unlock your potential by driving innovation in mechanical systems for spaceflight. Collaborate across teams to develop and integrate cutting-edge hardware and systems, ensuring mission success from de...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation in building automation as you lead a team of Senior Design Engineers, ensuring excellence in design and execution for complex systems in commercial and industrial settings. Collaborat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $204K *

Unlock potential by leading the design of innovative mechanical systems for test operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions that meet rigorous safety and com...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Join a dynamic team as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, leading innovative design solutions for test systems in jet engine development. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure compliance, safe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $155K *

Lead the charge in developing custom space electronics, overseeing project execution, and managing cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of innovative avionics solutions for spaceflight...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in technical excellence by independently managing complex DDC implementations, mentoring junior engineers, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in mission-critical data cente...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative energy system architectures, integrating renewable sources and storage solutions to create scalable, efficient, and reliable power systems that support a sustai...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $197K *

Tackle exciting challenges in high-performance computing and electronic trading by leveraging your low-level programming expertise, driving solutions in a collaborative environment focused on innovati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Manage the development and deployment of advanced manufacturing processes, ensuring high capability and efficiency in high-volume transformer assembly lines through innovative inspection and testing s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $260K *

Engineer advanced communication systems for next-gen autonomous aircraft, ensuring secure data links and interoperability across airborne, ground, and satellite systems. Collaborate with cross-functio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $94K *

Innovate by leading product development for drilling fluids and additives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify market opportunities and enhance product performance, ensuring technical...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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

    An R&D Systems Engineer develops and evaluates integrated systems, translating stakeholder and product needs into technical requirements, architectures, and test plans. The role often includes coordinating disciplines, assessing performance and risk, and supporting designs through verification and development.

  • What qualifications are common for R&D Systems Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles require a degree in engineering or a related technical field, along with experience in systems engineering, product development, or research and development. Specific requirements depend on the industry and may include expertise in modeling, requirements tools, testing, or regulated products.

  • Which industries hire R&D Systems Engineers?question toggle

    Employers hire R&D Systems Engineers across industries such as aerospace, defense, medical devices, robotics, automotive, telecommunications, energy, and advanced technology.

  • How much do R&D Systems Engineer jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by experience, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying R&D Systems Engineer opportunities.

  • What career paths can follow an R&D Systems Engineer role?question toggle

    Career paths may lead to senior or principal systems engineering, systems architecture, technical program management, product development leadership, or engineering management.