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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$100K - $275K *

Elevate your career by defining and verifying system requirements within a cutting-edge engineering framework. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to shape innovative solutions that meet complex...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Transform aerospace engineering by leading multidisciplinary teams in avionics and mission hardware development, ensuring integration across the hardware lifecycle while advancing digital engineering...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in multidisciplinary aerospace engineering, integrating avionics and mission hardware across the lifecycle. Drive innovation in design, analysis, and verification while ensuring compli...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $269K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic technical leadership and guidance across critical Systems Engineering domains, ensuring effective collaboration and execution of portfolio-level processes to dri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $193K *

Innovate mission-critical computing architectures and strategies, addressing complex technology challenges across cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise infrastructure. Collaborate with stakeholders to...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $193K *

Transform mission-critical computing environments by developing architectures and technology strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze complex problems and create actionable recommendations...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $193K *

Shape the future of mission-critical computing by developing innovative architectures and technology strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex challenges in cloud computin...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$169K - $253K *

Unlock potential by leading and mentoring Ground Software teams to achieve innovative, mission-critical goals while ensuring effective resource management and fostering inclusivity within a dynamic ae...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in technical integration across multiple systems, ensuring seamless collaboration among subsystems and vendors. Drive architectural decisions and manage requirements to deliver a coher...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $164K *

Shape the future of naval defense systems by providing expert engineering solutions for precision weapons programs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance operational capabilities and ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $240K *

Explore opportunities to enhance satellite communication networks by integrating, testing, and evaluating performance. Collaborate with mobile operators to ensure optimal network functionality and com...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team dedicated to delivering innovative software solutions, collaborating throughout the software development lifecycle while tackling technical challenges to support c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $196K *

Unlock potential by leading systems engineering efforts across the lifecycle, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance mission-critical defense systems. Drive innovation and technical exc...

1 week ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Bring your expertise to a dynamic team supporting on-orbit and launch operations. Collaborate on system engineering tasks, manage agile processes, and develop risk mitigation strategies while ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in assembly, integration, and testing. Manage complex programs while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product excellence and customer satisfact...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Execute design and validation of avionics test racks for satellite hardware. Ensure compliance with industry standards through thorough testing and calibration while collaborating with customers and s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $138K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of space exploration by leading power electronics design and testing for innovative space flight hardware. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects from concept to de...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$177K - $265K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing complex mission operations, developing CONOPS, and driving tools and processes for successful outcomes. Mentor teams and collaborate with stakeholders to ensu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by providing critical systems engineering support for C3I&N initiatives. Collaborate on program evaluations, technical documentation, and system validation to ensure optimal perfor...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $237K *

Explore the design and development of embedded systems for telemetry data acquisition, supporting national security. Collaborate across the product lifecycle, from concept to testing, while enhancing...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $197K *

Transform engineering projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring technical excellence and innovation while managing cost, schedule, and quality standards. Drive project success through effec...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $197K *

Join a dynamic team to lead medium-sized engineering projects, ensuring successful integration of innovative solutions while managing technical specifications, quality standards, and programmatic func...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $197K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in engineering projects, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful integration of technical solutions while managing cost, schedule, and quality sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $197K *

Drive medium-sized technical projects, integrating engineering solutions and fostering innovation. Lead cross-functional teams, manage programmatic functions, and ensure projects meet specifications...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of radar technology by developing advanced algorithms and models for Space Domain Awareness and Missile Warning missions. Collaborate in a dynamic team to deliver innovative solut...

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  •   Less than 5 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.