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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$128K - $215K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative analog systems for space applications. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop high-quality measurement instruments, driving projects from concept to deploym...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to provide Systems Engineering support for advanced military helicopter systems. Engage in the full lifecycle of acquisition processes, utilizing your expertise in acoustics, senso...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $190K *

Transform the design and development of cutting-edge avionics systems for next-gen space vehicles. Collaborate with a talented engineering team to ensure reliability and performance of electronics fro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading aerospace system validation and verification teams, driving innovative solutions in satellite technology, and managing cross-functional projects within a dynamic and collab...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $165K *

Partner with us to drive innovative system solutions in surgical technology, leveraging your expertise to enhance patient outcomes and develop cutting-edge tools through collaborative design and engin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in systems engineering by resolving complex issues, guiding teams, and influencing project direction. Drive innovation in electronic systems development while collaborating across disc...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $198K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of military satellite communications by leveraging your technical expertise to influence system design, development, and operational integration for national secu...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Drive application and system testing within Agile and DevOps environments. Collaborate on validation and defect resolution, ensuring system performance meets mission requirements across diverse testin...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $197K *

Inspire innovative solutions as you lead cross-functional teams in systems engineering, ensuring compliance and performance through expert requirement management and integration across the development...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $138K *

Unlock potential by contributing to the evolution of advanced Strategic Fire Control Systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance submarine fire control subsystems, integrating innovati...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $197K *

Join a team that's advancing space-based technology while driving systems engineering excellence across complex integrated solutions. Collaborate with experts to oversee system requirements management...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $217K *

Empower a diverse engineering team while managing CNI systems in an innovative environment that values technical leadership and collaboration. Foster stakeholder relations, oversee project management...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Innovate human-centered systems for NASA Class A space programs, leading a cross-functional team in aerospace development. Drive the design and integration of safety-critical crew systems, ensuring co...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $150K *

Empower the future of aerospace by designing secure, scalable network systems that ensure continuous missile warning capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop advanced infrastru...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of human spaceflight by leading the Crew Systems Integrated Product Team, ensuring exceptional design and integration for lunar missions while collaborating with industry experts and...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Champion the development of IT enterprise architecture to enhance interoperability, collaborating with diverse teams to document critical capabilities, dependencies, and transition strategies that ali...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of guidance, navigation, and control systems for autonomous aircraft. Collaborate across disciplines to develop robust architectures, conduct flight tests, and improve performance throu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Lead and develop a talented engineering team while managing system engineering projects. Drive recruitment, performance assessments, and employee development strategies in a dynamic environment, ensur...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Join us to support critical national systems at Cheyenne Mountain Complex, enhancing aerospace defense through systems engineering, integration, and testing for strategic threat surveillance and space...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Champion virtualization excellence by designing, implementing, and maintaining VMware environments, supporting data centers with robust engineering solutions, and ensuring compliance with government s...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $100K *

Pioneer the design and integration of advanced systems for naval aviation platforms, ensuring compliance with performance and safety standards while collaborating across diverse teams to develop innov...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$162K - $243K *

Optimize enterprise systems and capabilities through advanced systems engineering expertise. Collaborate with federal agencies to drive impactful designs, implementing modern tools and methodologies t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing and integrating software for satellite Command & Control solutions, collaborating with teams to analyze mission requirements and engineer effective solutions, driving ope...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in satellite Command & Control software development. Collaborate to integrate cutting-edge solutions, ensuring seamless operations while enhancing customer experi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Transform engineering capabilities by becoming a key member of a collaborative team dedicated to supporting Missile Defense programs. Engage in both leadership and technical roles, ensuring project al...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.