Satellite Systems Engineer Jobs

Explore Satellite Systems Engineer opportunities for experienced professionals ready to design, integrate, and support the systems that enable satellite communications, navigation, Earth observation, and space missions. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you discover roles that match your technical expertise and career goals.

What Satellite Systems Engineers Do

Satellite Systems Engineers work across the lifecycle of complex space systems, translating mission needs into technical requirements and coordinating the hardware, software, communications, power, thermal, and control subsystems needed to meet them. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include architecture development, modeling and simulation, requirements management, interface coordination, integration and verification, and on-orbit performance analysis.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with systems engineering principles, requirements and configuration management, technical documentation, and system integration and test. Familiarity with spacecraft or satellite communications, RF systems, orbital mechanics, mission operations, reliability engineering, and tools for modeling or analysis may also be valuable. Many positions prefer a degree in aerospace, electrical, computer, mechanical, or systems engineering, along with relevant industry experience; requirements vary by employer and mission.

Career Opportunities

Satellite Systems Engineers may work for aerospace and defense companies, satellite operators, technology firms, government contractors, or organizations developing commercial and scientific missions. Career paths can lead to senior systems engineering, subsystem leadership, mission architecture, program technical leadership, or engineering management. Explore current listings to find opportunities aligned with your experience, location preferences, and professional ambitions.

Find Satellite Systems Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to search vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, compensation details, and work arrangement, then focus your search on roles that fit your background in satellite and space systems.

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$143K - $197K *

Drive the development of advanced system solutions by leading cross-functional teams, managing requirements, and ensuring system integration and verification throughout the product lifecycle. Champion...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $225K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in satellite assembly and testing, leveraging your expertise to enhance integration and operations. Collaborate with engineers to ensure cutting-edge outcomes in...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$141K - $157K *

Drive the development of automated quality assurance frameworks for OTT applications, ensuring high standards of functionality and reliability through innovative testing strategies and collaboration a...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $180K *

Collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop Python-based software for simulation, automation, and machine learning applications, transforming complex technical concepts into effective tools f...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Transform complex technical concepts into innovative software solutions. Collaborate with experts to develop Python-based applications for national security, focusing on machine learning, automation...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by supporting the design and development of power electronics systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure cost-effective solutions, verify performance, and contribute to technical docum...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $153K *

Engage with a dynamic team to lead mechanical engineering efforts in developing advanced phased array communication systems, ensuring high-quality execution and continuous improvement across multiple...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$94K - $129K *

Manage the alignment and integration of advanced system solutions, guiding the technical team through all phases of development. Drive project success by ensuring proper system architecture and verifi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $129K *

Drive advanced system solutions by connecting technical teams through the development lifecycle, ensuring integrated approaches for compliance and performance, while mitigating technical risks to crea...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $152K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee avionics systems design, integration, and testing for cutting-edge spacecraft. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to ensure mission success from concept through...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize defense systems engineering by delivering technical guidance and interoperability oversight for international THAAD collaborations, ensuring seamless communications and design coherence acros...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $142K *

Contribute to satellite operations by analyzing data, debugging software, and deploying solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance satellite productivity while effectively communicating within a tec...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $181K *

Advance your career as a Senior Systems Engineer, leading system requirements and verification efforts. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring systems meet...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$238K - $365K *

Join a team that's redefining lidar technology for autonomy products. Lead the technical strategy, collaborate with experts, and drive innovations from concept to production, ensuring performance and...

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$238K - $365K *

Unlock your potential as a principal systems engineer, leading lidar technology development and integration for advanced autonomy systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation a...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$161K - $184K *

Join a dynamic team to drive the design and development of advanced VLEO spacecraft, ensuring seamless integration and performance through collaboration, analysis, and innovative problem-solving acros...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $130K *

Grow your career with diverse teams to develop propulsion systems for spacecraft, managing technical requirements and ensuring high-quality solutions while collaborating on innovative projects. Impact...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $203K *

Explore the intersection of engineering and operations to define and enhance lunar landing systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure technical requirements are met while driving efficiency and...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $186K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on defining and certifying innovative lunar landers. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to ensure safety and efficiency in delivering crit...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $145K *

Elevate your career by analyzing and designing advanced network systems. Contribute to telecommunications solutions, enhance security, and lead technical teams while ensuring operational excellence an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of space power systems by engaging in dynamic projects requiring analysis, design, and collaboration. You will grow in responsibility while working on real flight hardware for a comme...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $137K *

Unlock your potential as you contribute to mission operations, collaborating with engineers to develop operational concepts and procedures, enhance tools, and support simulations for complex space mis...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $209K *

Take ownership of the design verification process for both FPGA and ASIC projects, driving the development of test strategies and hands-on debugging to ensure high-quality results. Collaborate with a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$183K - $261K *

Lead cutting-edge mission planning systems engineering, guiding integration and sustainment to enhance satellite communications for national security. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders and mentor...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $163K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of systems engineering by architecting, integrating, and managing complex solutions. Collaborate with teams to drive requirements and ensure technical compliance t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Satellite Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    A Satellite Systems Engineer defines and coordinates the technical requirements and subsystems of a satellite or space mission. Typical work may include system architecture, requirements management, integration and testing, performance analysis, and collaboration across engineering teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Satellite Systems Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many employers look for a degree in aerospace, electrical, computer, mechanical, or systems engineering and experience with systems engineering, integration, verification, and technical requirements. Specific qualifications depend on the mission, employer, and seniority of the role.

  • Which skills are useful for Satellite Systems Engineers?question toggle

    Useful skills can include requirements management, system-level design, modeling and simulation, integration and test, technical communication, and cross-functional coordination. Knowledge of satellite communications, RF systems, orbital mechanics, or mission operations may be relevant for some positions.

  • Where do Satellite Systems Engineers work?question toggle

    They may work for aerospace and defense companies, satellite manufacturers and operators, technology firms, government contractors, and organizations developing commercial, government, or scientific space missions.

  • How can I find Satellite Systems Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Satellite Systems Engineer openings and review listings for compensation, qualifications, responsibilities, and work arrangements. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more.