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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$90K - $130K *

Develop and maintain advanced satellite ground command systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance system functionality and ensure compliance with engineering standards, ultimately...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $197K *

Unlock potential by leading systems engineering efforts to develop innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring cohesive integration and adherence to stakeholder requirement...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $197K *

Empower your career by leading the design and integration of complex systems solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure requirements are met, driving innovative approaches in systems...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $226K *

Drive impactful solutions in space systems by leading architecture studies and collaborating cross-functionally to meet complex national security needs. Engage in performance assessment to enhance gro...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $226K *

Join a team dedicated to innovating space architecture solutions, driving cross-functional studies and assessments, and collaborating with a diverse set of customers to enhance national security space...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $226K *

Empower the future of space engineering by leading cross-functional teams in architecting innovative solutions, driving technical excellence in complex projects across national defense and civilian sp...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $249K *

Innovate scalable, high-performance messaging solutions while collaborating with agile teams, analyzing systems, and mentoring engineers. Drive excellence in interface capabilities for crucial defense...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $246K *

Transform space system development by leading technical execution, driving mission success, and resolving engineering challenges, while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams throughout the prog...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $129K *

Join and support the operation of complex ground systems, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with stakeholders while enhancing your engineering skills and experience in a dynamic environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team driving the design and integration of mobile protected communications systems. Contribute to critical solutions that enhance communication for warfighters in challenging environmen...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $226K *

Accelerate national security space systems integration by evaluating performance, identifying opportunities, and collaborating with military branches to enhance capabilities for mission demands in a d...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's crucial to enhancing satellite operations and environmental monitoring. You'll implement engineering support for cutting-edge ground systems, ensuring reliability and efficient comm...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $122K *

Join a team that's committed to driving systems engineering excellence and developing robust technical baselines to ensure mission success in SATCOM projects while enhancing your professional growth a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Engage as a key player in satellite systems integration and testing, driving innovative solutions, leading verification activities, and collaborating across engineering disciplines to validate complex...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $125K *

Optimize network systems and ensure data integrity by administering and securing communication systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance configurations and respond to cybersecurity incidents while su...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Play a key role in systems engineering for groundbreaking space programs. Collaborate with diverse teams to integrate ground and space satellite architecture, ensuring compatibility and fostering inno...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by providing senior technical leadership in shipboard electrical and thermal systems. Collaborate across various engineering disciplines to fulfill Navy standards, ensuring top-tier p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $230K *

Champion innovative RF communication systems by architecting solutions that meet customer needs. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams for robust system integration, ensuring product performance a...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $160K *

Advance technical excellence as the senior authority for modem architecture, leading integration and performance of anti-jam systems in defense communications while ensuring compliance and guiding eng...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $160K *

Lead and drive advanced SATCOM modem engineering, ensuring optimal system performance through innovative design, comprehensive verification, and effective cross-functional teamwork in complex electrom...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by developing advanced Python simulations for space communications systems, enhancing performance analysis, and collaborating within a multidiscipline team to deliver cutting-edge...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you support advanced satellite payload systems, driving technical excellence and innovation in SAR payload development and performance assessment for critical national mission...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with a leading-edge satellite payload engineering role. Collaborate on advanced SAR payload design, integration, and performance assessment to ensure mission success across all satell...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading critical systems engineering efforts in space and ground architectures. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure top-tier systems integration while providing innovative...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's focused on delivering satellite and ground operations excellence. Leverage your engineering expertise to provide vital support in monitoring, troubleshooting, and enhancing satellit...

4 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.