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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$160K - $225K *

Join a team that's developing cutting-edge RF modules for Starlink Mobile. You'll play a key role in designing, simulating, and optimizing RF front-end components, contributing to next-gen connectivit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$133K - $161K *

Drive the design, development, and testing of advanced embedded Linux applications, ensuring optimal performance for complex systems across various platforms while collaborating with cross-functional...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Lead the charge in modernizing Air Traffic Control RADAR systems, ensuring top performance and safety. Collaborate within a dynamic engineering team to develop innovative solutions and verify critical...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K - $169K *

Develop and maintain advanced space sensing system requirements, ensuring coherence with mission objectives. Collaborate cross-functionally to evaluate architectures, conduct performance analyses, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $155K *

Join a team that's advancing national security through cutting-edge space systems. Leverage your expertise in systems engineering to influence the development of vital RF sensing architectures for cri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $169K *

Join a team transforming national security through advanced space systems. You'll develop mission-critical requirements and collaborate across disciplines to ensure system performance and coherence, d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $169K *

Transform national security missions by developing advanced space-based sensing systems. Drive requirements management, system performance assessments, and collaborative efforts to ensure mission succ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $169K *

Empower your career by engaging in cutting-edge systems engineering for advanced space-based sensing solutions, focusing on mission-critical national security applications and collaborating with diver...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $157K *

Join us to develop and optimize advanced RF and phased array antenna systems for defense applications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure innovative solutions meet mission-critical obj...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Deliver innovative systems engineering solutions by leading requirements development and management for complex hardware and software systems integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Lead software development initiatives by overseeing teams in the design, integration, and testing of innovative software solutions for embedded systems. Collaborate across functions to drive project s...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $106K *

Optimize and implement IT systems for satellite ground systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support design and deployment of infrastructure, ensuring performance and compliance across v...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$146K - $197K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and validate complex electronic systems, ensuring top-notch integration and compliance. Lead innovative projects that enhance satellite and avionics technology while col...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $137K *

Unlock your potential as a Systems Engineer, collaborating in a multi-disciplinary team. Contribute to requirement development and validation while enhancing communication with stakeholders on innovat...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $137K *

Join a team that's dedicated to systems engineering excellence, where you'll define requirements and collaborate across disciplines to shape advanced technologies and systems in a dynamic, supportive...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Make your mark at the forefront of technology by leading a dynamic team in developing cutting-edge embedded and enterprise software solutions, enhancing product performance and tackling challenges in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative construction solutions by leading the quality assurance processes and guiding a team of engineers in a dynamic environment focused on continuous i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Advance cutting-edge vision algorithms for real-time detection, tracking, and target discrimination in embedded systems, ensuring robust performance in space-based missions supporting national securit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $171K *

Lead the charge in developing, verifying, and managing complex engineering requirements within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team, supporting military aircraft modernization efforts and influenci...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead systems engineering efforts, guiding teams in developing and verifying technical solutions to enhance mission success, ensuring effective requirements management throughout project lifecycles. En...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Optimize the development and integration of advanced electro/mechanical systems for the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense Missile program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Take ownership of systems architecture development for the U.S. Navy, utilizing Model Based Systems Engineering tools to innovate and ensure stakeholder needs are met through effective collaboration a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering high-impact technologies through collaborative efforts that span across engineering, safety, and integration for launch segment operations, ensuring seamless...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Deliver cutting-edge telecom subsystem solutions for space vehicle development. Collaborate as a technical lead, guiding your team through the design, integration, testing, and launch processes while...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Develop and lead advanced electronic hardware solutions, mentoring engineers and driving common architecture across diverse vehicle platforms to enhance performance and modernization efforts in a coll...

1 week ago

  •   15+ 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.