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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$100K - $120K *

Create innovative embedded flight software for space applications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance software quality and efficiency, utilizing Agile methodologies and real-time oper...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $224K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on developing cutting-edge radar systems. Collaborate with experts in systems engineering to drive innovation and enhance missile defense capabili...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer manufacturing excellence by implementing automation solutions that enhance efficiency, quality, and profitability while leading capital projects and driving process improvements in a dynamic c...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $166K *

Empower innovation in spacecraft propulsion with this pivotal role. You'll drive requirements development, verification, and validation while mentoring and collaborating across teams to ensure mission...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $260K *

Advance your engineering career by designing next-gen UAV systems. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative structural solutions while ensuring top-quality integration and performance in an agil...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Analyze technology solutions and system configurations to guide decision-making for a key defense initiative. Collaborate with stakeholders, conduct assessments, and ensure effective system integratio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to execute systems engineering and testing for PNT systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and reliability for U.S. Space Force programs in a fast...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $210K *

Engineer robust test strategies and execute them for power conversion products, ensuring reliable performance through rigorous validation and cross-functional collaboration. Drive real-time troublesho...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading the integration of oil-free centrifugal compressors with strategic HVAC/R OEM accounts, collaborating across teams to ensure seamless implementation and customer satisfacti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion the integration of oil-free centrifugal compressors with HVAC/R OEMs. Lead technical support, testing, and collaboration across teams to ensure seamless implementation and customer satisfacti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $260K *

Lead the charge in enhancing supplier performance through strategic development, quality assurance, and process improvement in the aerospace sector, ensuring timely delivery and cost efficiency while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $147K *

Advance the future of strategic defense by leading developmental test planning and execution for the Fleet Ballistic Missile program. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful integration and test...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of renewable energy by leading grid scale generation and microgrid projects, developing innovative designs, and collaborating with diverse engineering disciplines...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to multi-discipline projects as a Senior Electrical Engineer, leading electrical efforts, managing client relations, and ensuring compliance with codes while mentoring junior staff through...

3 weeks ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Engage across teams to drive engineering excellence and influence strategic direction. Mentor peers, adopt AI for efficient technologies, and shape impactful solutions while fostering innovation and d...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$91K - $171K *

Contribute to our digital transformation as a Systems Engineer, leveraging Model-based Engineering and Agile practices to enhance national defense capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering top-tier electrical designs for industrial facilities. Drive innovation in power distribution systems, ensuring quality and efficiency while collaborating di...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $265K *

Lead the development of innovative software solutions for National Security, focusing on complex algorithms, system integration, and mentoring. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational capabiliti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in electrical design and ensuring quality project delivery. Collaborate with clients on advanced power systems and lead project teams to optimize performance in i...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $147K *

Lead comprehensive power system design and control projects, managing complex industrial automation tasks. Collaborate with multi-disciplined teams to develop and oversee electrical systems for manufa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of automation by leading complex electrical design projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions in industrial automation, ensuring high perfor...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $125K *

Join a team that's integral to missile defense operations, supporting high-level decision-makers. As a System Integration Engineer, you'll integrate and troubleshoot critical systems, ensuring seamles...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $129K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing performance, support new product introductions, and drive operational excellence through data-driven process improvements and hands-on...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Drive technical leadership in product development for advanced EO/IR systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, oversee design, and ensure successful integration and test...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $155K *

Lead innovative product development in aerospace, focusing on hydraulic actuation systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, analyze, and implement solutions that meet industry standa...

1 week ago

  •   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.