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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$180K - $220K *

Empower your career by leading innovative space programs as a Ground Systems Engineer. Collaborate with government and contractors to integrate satellite ground systems, ensuring mission success throu...

5 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate space program success by providing expert guidance on ground systems integration, ensuring seamless collaboration between government and contractors while overseeing critical satellite infrast...

5 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's pivotal in developing and sustaining mission-critical ground systems for space operations. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to ensure system readiness and operational exce...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Develop and maintain a deep understanding of space systems while collaborating across engineering divisions to support satellite development initiatives, ensuring compliance with both technical specif...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $197K *

Address complex challenges in ground system engineering, integrating cutting-edge solutions while collaborating with teams to ensure swift, effective missile defense operations through robust systems...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $197K *

Transform complex ground system solutions while leading cross-functional teams to ensure rapid system integration and verification for critical missile defense missions, championing best Systems Engin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $167K *

Innovate in satellite payload engineering by leading the design and optimization of operational solutions for GEO and MEO missions, enhancing performance monitoring, and supporting spacecraft operatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$190K - $220K *

Lead critical integration efforts in advanced space systems, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance capabilities and ensure seamless operations across ground and mission segments while managing r...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$178K - $331K *

Join us to lead SATCOM systems integration and testing efforts across the program lifecycle. Utilize your expertise to foster customer relationships, drive technical solutions, and ensure successful i...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing and enhancing live broadcast systems, driving reliability and operational success in a fast-paced media environment while ensuring excellence in system maintenance and fau...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$103K - $155K *

Champion satellite communication operations by providing expert technical support for AEHF/Milstar payloads. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues, enhance system performance, and ensure mission su...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Transform ground systems engineering by guiding acquisitions and enhancing digital methods. Collaborate across teams to deliver responsive architectures, ensuring mission success while shaping advance...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of ground system architectures for mission-critical projects, ensuring alignment with enterprise-level strategies. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative engineering soluti...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $194K *

Lead the design and optimization of terrestrial transport networks, ensuring reliable connectivity for critical communications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage vendor relationships a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $195K *

Drive innovative RF front-end designs for satellite communication systems, translating complex requirements into robust hardware. Collaborate across teams to ensure efficient, reliable user-terminal p...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $209K *

Engage in the design and integration of avionics systems for high-power satellites. Collaborate across teams to define requirements and support verification efforts from concept through to flight prod...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by providing advanced orbital analysis and engineering support for Space Domain Awareness operations, enhancing national security space missions through data integration and analytica...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role supporting Space Domain Awareness operations through advanced orbital analysis, enhancing national security space operations with engineering rigor and innovative...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $226K *

Lead the charge in advancing space vehicle systems engineering to support innovative defense projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure mission success and contribute to the evolving landscape...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$60K - $180K *

Drive innovation by leading RF system design and integration for spacecraft, managing EMI/EMC assessments, ensuring regulatory compliance, and mentoring engineers through complex aerospace challenges...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Systems Engineer III, driving satellite operations and on-orbit testing. Leverage your expertise to enhance efficiency, collaborate with government and contractors, and tackle...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $240K *

Lead a dynamic team in providing Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory services for complex space systems, ensuring mission success through effective oversight, requirement management, and lifecy...

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead a dynamic team in providing systems engineering and technical advisory services for advanced space and ground architectures, ensuring mission success through effective oversight and integration o...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $238K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of spacecraft systems engineering. Leverage your expertise to lead cross-functional teams in developing complex spacecraft designs, ensuring compliance, and drivi...

Palo Alto, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $238K *

Accelerate progress at the system level by leading cross-functional teams in spacecraft design, requirements management, and fault analysis. Drive integration, verification, and validation activities...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.