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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$83K - $125K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role in cable engineering, providing technical guidance and innovative solutions for cable and harness systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance product design and en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $173K *

Deliver your expertise to the development of RF subsystems for satellites. Utilize advanced engineering skills to specify, document, and ensure high-performance designs. Collaborate with a team of exp...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Champion the development of cutting-edge RF payload systems, leading a cross-functional team to design, validate, and deliver high-gain reflector antennas for satellite communications in space. Drive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Architect innovative RF payload solutions for satellite communications. Lead development of high gain mechanically gimbaled antennas, ensuring successful spaceflight with a cross-functional engineerin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $213K *

Champion the systems engineering lifecycle, from concept to delivery, ensuring robust requirements management and verification strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop architectu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $213K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the full systems engineering lifecycle, from concept to delivery. Engage with customers and stakeholders, ensuring robust system architecture and effective verification str...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $213K *

Transform complex systems engineering challenges into actionable solutions. Engage with diverse teams to drive projects from concept through delivery, ensuring robust architectures and successful inte...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $186K *

Optimize network design and administration through innovative solutions, ensuring robust performance and security of enterprise networking technology while collaborating with IT staff and vendors for...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$133K - $161K *

Shape the future of space systems by leading radiation hardness assurance efforts. Collaborate with engineers to analyze environments, conduct tests, and ensure product reliability for LEO and beyond...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$133K - $161K *

Champion the future of space systems by leading radiation hardness assurance efforts. Drive innovative testing and analysis for LEO and beyond, ensuring product reliability while mentoring a growing t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining communication technology by designing and validating innovative antenna systems for a global satellite network. Shape the future of high-speed internet access for diverse...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by providing engineering support in a dynamic production environment, optimizing performance and reliability for cutting-edge PCBA and RF/microwave products while collaborating w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead a multi-disciplinary team to architect and integrate advanced space systems, ensuring alignment with stakeholder needs and technical requirements throughout the program lifecycle. Drive innovatio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Architect advanced space systems by leading multi-disciplinary teams through design, integration, and validation phases. Ensure alignment of stakeholder needs with system architecture while managing t...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform national security initiatives by leading model-based systems engineering efforts. Collaborate across teams to integrate complex systems, enhance digital processes, and mentor peers, driving...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Help us advance space exploration by designing and testing cutting-edge electronic systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate from concept to deployment, ensuring high-quality performance in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $171K *

Join us to support advanced space programs, driving technical innovation and delivering critical mission elements. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, engage with major stakeholders, and enhanc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $165K *

Design innovative circuits and PCBs for advanced spacecraft subsystems, ensuring robust performance through testing and validation. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance satellite avion...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$128K - $214K *

Join a dynamic team as a Lead Systems Engineer, providing Tier III IT support across diverse technologies. Lead and mentor engineers, resolve complex issues, and enhance operational efficiency while e...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $161K *

Architect and execute ground software systems for innovative satellite operations, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance while mentoring a dynamic engineering team. Your contributions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore new engineering solutions while collaborating with government teams to enhance project deliveries, assessments, and technical support. This role demands expertise in advancing engineering stan...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $225K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced electro-optical systems for aerospace applications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive innovation from concept through deployment, ensuring high r...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of Air Force training systems by providing expert systems engineering support across the entire lifecycle, ensuring compliance and operational effectiveness while collaborating with d...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$141K - $224K *

Lead the design and modernization of mission-critical SATCOM systems, ensuring seamless integration and lifecycle support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and ope...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$126K - $176K *

Lead and enhance our systems engineering efforts, driving collaboration across disciplines to deliver cutting-edge communication solutions while ensuring project success through effective management...

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  •   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.