Welcome to Satellite Systems Engineer Jobs at Ladders

Explore a variety of high-paying career opportunities in the satellite systems engineering field. From designing systems to troubleshooting complex matters, your skills and experience can make a significant impact.

What is a Satellite Systems Engineer?

Satellite Systems Engineers are professionals who specialize in designing, implementing, and maintaining satellite systems. They play a critical role in the communications industry and other sectors that rely on satellite technology.

Career Opportunities

Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, Ladders hosts a variety of jobs across this category, including roles in telecommunications firms, space agencies, and tech companies. If you're ready for the next step in your career, Ladders is here to support your job search.

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$69K - $125K *

Shape the future of airborne operations by providing critical support for ISR platforms, ensuring mission readiness through technical expertise and collaboration. Join a dedicated team advancing defen...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $119K *

Drive the installation and maintenance of marine propulsion systems while ensuring technical excellence in complex environments. Engage directly with customers and lead diverse teams across various sh...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data analysis to enhance program efficiency and quality. Collaborate with teams to evaluate operations, policies, and performance while driving improvements and communic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex civil/structural engineering designs for high voltage substation projects. Collaborate with clients and teams, ensuring compliance and quality. Guide less experienced staff while executin...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$111K - $169K *

Champion the deployment and support of advanced multi-sensor systems across domestic and international operations, adapting quickly to varied operational environments while ensuring compliance, safety...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in systems engineering, managing a hybrid environment that supports high-throughput networking and large-scale storage solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to optimize infrastruc...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $206K *

Empower cross-functional teams by managing M365 services, ensuring effective operations, and facilitating smooth communication with stakeholders while implementing data security measures and best prac...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $125K *

Engage in the design and development of scalable software solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance assessment platforms. This role emphasizes hands-on learning and innovation in...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing project controls by coordinating costs, schedules, and performance analysis, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial tracking and reporting across multiple contracts...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$63K - $111K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Controls Engineer, managing multiple contracts and driving accurate financial data to guide project management. Collaborate with teams to forecast, analyze, and enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$108K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing and testing innovative embedded software solutions for defense applications, ensuring compliance with military standards while leading a team of engineers to enhance prod...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $145K *

Elevate the Government Property Management System by ensuring compliance and accountability for U.S. Government property throughout its lifecycle. Drive improvements, audits, and training to uphold st...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Transform the enterprise data and AI platform landscape by owning its complete lifecycle and strategy. Drive innovation through modern architectures, ensuring security and integration while leading te...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $109K *

Develop and execute high-quality editorial content while providing expert review and alignment with audience needs. Collaborate with contributors, utilizing extensive experience in journalism and spac...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $130K *

Innovate and lead digital systems integration for life sciences, focusing on MES and operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize client-facing solutions and drive project succes...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $154K *

Join a team that's redefining process engineering in semiconductor water treatment. Leverage your expertise in ultrapure water and wastewater systems to design, optimize, and implement essential solut...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in executing quality programs for large-scale projects, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and continuous improvement. Mentor quality personnel and oversee inspections, doc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Oversee complex subcontract administration and performance management within a cross-functional team, ensuring compliance and driving strategic negotiations while mentoring lower-level staff to achiev...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $200K *

Lead and develop a skilled software team while architecting network systems, integrating third-party tools, and enhancing user experience in a serverless AWS microservices environment focused on Types...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$180K - $220K *

Engage customers as a key technical partner for GPU infrastructure, ensuring successful deployment, performance optimization, and resolution of complex issues, while collaborating across teams to enha...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Inspire excellence in quality assurance through strategic oversight, compliance adherence, and methodical improvement across critical projects. Collaborate with teams to elevate standards and mentor j...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $222K *

Empower innovation in nuclear energy as you manage complex projects, leading multi-disciplinary teams through the entire project lifecycle, ensuring success in safety, budget, and client relationships...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$77K - $118K *

Accelerate your career with a remote role focusing on high voltage substation design, creating detailed 3D models and drawings while collaborating with engineers to deliver precise project outputs wit...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Engineer and enhance cloud infrastructure to support critical operations, ensuring compliance and reliability in a fast-paced environment. Deliver expert maintenance and troubleshooting for virtual sy...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $105K *

Shape innovative solutions by partnering with sales teams to design scalable, client-oriented technologies that enhance business success and ensure seamless implementation and long-term adoption acros...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Satellite Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    Satellite Systems Engineers are responsible for designing, building, implementing, and maintaining satellite systems. They also troubleshoot issues relating to satellite functionality.

  • What skills are required for a Satellite Systems Engineer?question toggle

    Engineers in this field typically require strong technical skills, including knowledge of satellite systems, telecommunications, and data analysis. Problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills are also vital.

  • What types of companies hire Satellite Systems Engineers?question toggle

    Satellite Systems Engineers are hired by a wide range of organizations, including telecommunications companies, tech firms, space agencies, and military branches.