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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$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and enhance secure enterprise IT infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration and compliance while leading innovative solutions in a challenging federal environment...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $213K *

Lead initiatives at the intersection of engineering and management, fostering collaboration and driving project success in a dynamic environment. Your role will enhance systems integration and shape t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $150K *

Partner with us to develop cutting-edge optical avionics systems. Lead test campaigns, validate prototypes, and ensure reliability across various space environments, while advancing your engineering s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Optimize system integration activities to enhance amphibious navigation systems, ensuring compliance with design requirements. Collaborate with defense personnel to assess and certify combat systems e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Elevate systems engineering by capturing and translating customer requirements, driving MBSE adoption, and managing system configurations in a structured environment, ensuring effective execution and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $175K *

Drive portfolio engineering excellence by providing comprehensive analysis and support to national defense, intelligence, and civil government customers, enhancing decision-making capabilities across...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $140K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge avionics products in a dynamic team environment. Bring your expertise to design and analyze circuits crucial for high-stakes aerospace applications, ensuring top...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Empower our teams by leading systems engineering execution on crucial DoD programs with a focus on resource management, lifecycle rigor, and mentoring engineers to achieve mission success in a high-st...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $195K *

Apex is seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to develop mechanical designs and models for satellite structures, subsystems, and components. The role involves conducting structural analyses, op...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing complex network systems. This role demands overseeing infrastructure updates, managing communication protocols, and ensuring top-tier performance and securi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$132K - $251K *

Join our team to advance Model-Based Systems Engineering solutions, collaborating with innovative engineering teams to implement best practices and drive systems engineering processes for effective pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Accelerate your career by leading Model-Based Systems Engineering initiatives. Collaborate closely with teams to enhance engineering processes and develop innovative solutions that drive breakthrough...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $129K *

Transform test engineering by developing innovative solutions to meet customer requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, implementing technical standards while working hands-on with mecha...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $213K *

Innovate within a dynamic team, leading systems engineering initiatives by developing requirements, managing cross-functional collaboration, and driving technology advancements to enhance future proje...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $213K *

Shape advanced engineering solutions as a Senior Principal Systems Engineer, driving requirement development and technical integration across diverse programs while collaborating with multidisciplinar...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Collaborate to architect advanced Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) solutions. Drive implementation and integration of innovative engineering practices within a leading digital engineering ecosys...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Contribute to the advancement of Model-Based Systems Engineering solutions. Collaborate with teams to implement capabilities and practices, ensuring high standards in product development through exper...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $185K *

Champion the design, integration, and testing of advanced electronic systems for cutting-edge aerospace applications, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of national security by guiding the development and modernization of advanced radar-based GEOINT mission capabilities, collaborating with top engineers and government leaders to enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing custom control systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards while coordinating with teams and clients to deliver high-quality solutions on schedule...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $204K *

Transform your career as a Principal Systems Engineer, guiding system development and integration for military programs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions, drivi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $140K *

Explore opportunities in GNC and ADCS development for diverse spacecraft. Collaborate across teams to ensure mission success while managing schedules and executing advanced programs in a dynamic engin...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing space technology by engineering advanced electrical systems and driving innovative solutions in the SpaceTech Division for cutting-edge aerospace projects...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in terrestrial sensor program integration, leveraging extensive technical expertise. Collaborate with military services to optimize systems, develop strategic documents, and deliver hi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $200K *

Transform aerospace systems analysis by leveraging advanced engineering concepts and analytical tools to enhance performance. Collaborate across teams to model, analyze, and present findings to suppor...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.