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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$74K - $112K *

Engage in critical electrical and electronic control systems for high-altitude telescope operations, overseeing installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure continuous performance in a dy...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $115K *

Advance your career as you design, evaluate, and oversee the full lifecycle of innovative avionics products, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet complex engineering challenges with mini...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $164K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing, developing, and maintaining cutting-edge software for Air Mobility systems. Collaborate in an Agile environment to enhance your software engineering skills a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in deploying complex server and cloud solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance infrastructure and automate processes, ensuring high-quality service delivery to clients while...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the evolution of antenna and RF front-end systems from concept to production, ensuring robust performance and reliability. Utilize deep expertise in electromagnetic design and manufacturing to en...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of RDT&E networks by designing and securing innovative enterprise solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance and seamless operation across diverse environments, c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $234K *

Peraton is seeking a Network Engineer to provide consulting on advanced information technologies and methodologies. The role involves designing and planning network communication systems, conducting c...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Lead the charge in providing systems engineering and integration support for advanced defense initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative technical solutions for...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in defining innovative satellite platforms, balancing system architecture, performance, and reliability. Collaborate across teams to translate mission needs into executable designs, dr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K - $169K *

Shape the future of space technology as you design mission-critical electrical systems for advanced spacecraft. Collaborate with talented engineers to tackle challenges in a classified environment, en...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K - $169K *

Explore unique challenges in spacecraft electrical design, contributing to national security missions. Collaborate with top engineers to create innovative solutions that enhance space capabilities wit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $141K *

Join our team as a Systems Engineer II to support software and hardware development, ensuring reliable system performance through integration and collaboration across the entire engineering lifecycle...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Elevate system design by applying systems engineering principles throughout the lifecycle. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure integration, manage requirements, and contribute to technical docume...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $172K *

Engineer and optimize enterprise architectures by modernizing systems and creating scalable software solutions. Collaborate to resolve integration issues and enhance operational efficiency across hybr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $170K *

Lead a dynamic team as a System Engineering Product Owner, defining and executing strategic solutions while managing resources and guiding engineering teams to deliver excellence in a complex, large-s...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $134K *

Join a team that's facilitating advanced network solutions for the US Navy. Lead innovative software and hardware development while ensuring systems integration and resilience throughout the project l...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Design and integrate complex electrical/electronic systems, facilitating advanced projects in radar, signal processing, and electronic warfare, while ensuring compliance with DOD requirements and secu...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$173K - $256K *

Drive the architecture of advanced space systems, leading teams to design, develop, and implement innovative solutions for national security missions in a dynamic environment while engaging with stake...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$173K - $256K *

Lead innovative architecture for advanced space-based sensing systems, driving technical excellence and strategic alignment with national security missions. Collaborate with a team of experts to tackl...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$173K - $256K *

Join a team that's shaping next-generation space systems by serving as a senior technical authority. Lead system architecture definition and mentor engineers while driving solutions for national secur...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$183K - $256K *

Deliver innovative architecture solutions for advanced space systems in national security, shaping mission-driven projects and providing technical leadership. Collaborate across teams to tackle comple...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with a key role in cybersecurity, ensuring resilience and compliance for mission systems. Integrate security principles and lead compliance efforts within a dynamic startup environmen...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Empower security and compliance of cutting-edge mission systems, integrating essential cybersecurity principles throughout the development lifecycle. Collaborate with teams for effective risk manageme...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $148K *

Solve complex engineering challenges by integrating advanced technologies and systems for aerospace projects, leading research efforts, and managing operational processes to enhance performance and sa...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$193K - $289K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional teams and ensuring the successful delivery of critical satellite components. Drive program performance and foster customer relations while meeting cost...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.