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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$99K - $215K *

Drive mission success as a technical authority overseeing spacecraft operations, from design to launch and on-orbit activities. Collaborate with engineers to ensure seamless mission execution and inno...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing RF spectrum engineering for diverse DoD and commercial clients. Contribute to technical development, spectrum management, and emerging tech integration. Oppor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $203K *

Help us shape the future of manufacturing systems engineering by leading innovative strategies and collaborating across teams to enhance production capabilities in a dynamic environment. Join us in dr...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform early career development by leading engineering programs, enhancing curriculum, and fostering partnerships. Drive recruitment and community outreach while shaping future technical leaders in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced software solutions for NASA's spacecraft systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, implement, and validate cutting-edge technologies that enhance space...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to NASA's mission by designing and deploying spacecraft simulators, ensuring advanced verification and validation of software systems. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation in aerospa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at NASA by designing and deploying advanced spacecraft simulators. Join a dynamic team focused on software testing and validation for cutting-edge aerospace projects, ensuring the...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Drive the design and development of NASA spacecraft simulators, ensuring advanced verification and validation of software systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance ground software and smalls...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced software solutions for NASA's spacecraft simulators, ensuring robust verification and validation processes while collaborating with a dynamic team of engineers i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop NASA spacecraft simulators, enhancing verification and validation processes for advanced space missions. Collaborate on innovative software solutions that imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing NASA's software testing and simulation efforts. Collaborate on designing and deploying spacecraft simulators, ensuring the integrity of critical systems throu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Deliver expert telecommunication analysis and training, optimizing SIGINT systems to enhance operational effectiveness, collaborating with Intelligence Community partners to support critical mission r...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $155K *

Transform high-performance avionics systems for launch vehicles, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative mission concepts and ensure successful execution of classified missions...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Redefine satellite technology by leading the design of advanced mixed-signal electronics. Collaborate across teams to ensure robust, space-qualified hardware meets stringent performance and reliabilit...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement FPGA-based solutions for advanced satellite communications, leveraging software-defined radio technology for innovative, high-performance modem systems in a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Join a cutting-edge team as you design and implement FPGA modem solutions for satellite communications, driving innovation in waveform designs and collaborating across teams to build high-performance...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $195K *

Contribute to the planning and execution of spacecraft missions, ensuring seamless operations between ground systems and spacecraft. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance mission success through t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $166K *

Lead a high-visibility project supporting critical Timing and Synchronization initiatives for the Department of Defense. Manage multiple tasks, ensuring effective communication and collaboration acros...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $180K *

Lead the charge in executing complex technical projects, managing system requirements, and ensuring compliance through rigorous testing and documentation. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to dr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $200K *

Join a team that's pioneering the future of space avionics by designing and testing cutting-edge electronics subsystems. Collaborate with experts to drive innovation from concept to delivery in a dyna...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $265K *

Drive systems engineering excellence by leading multi-disciplinary teams in requirements development, verification, and validation, ensuring technical quality and stakeholder satisfaction throughout t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Transform your career by leading spacecraft testing initiatives, enhancing processes, and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure the success of cutting-edge aerospace projects. Drive innovation an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of TechSIGINT systems engineering by providing enterprise-focused support, integrating capabilities, and ensuring compliance with policies while collaborating with stakeholders and ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $265K *

Empower a multi-disciplinary engineering team by leading systems engineering efforts, managing requirements, and ensuring technical quality and stakeholder satisfaction throughout the project lifecycl...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $119K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and verify system requirements, conduct analysis, and support integration and testing throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring high-performance radar systems meet oper...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   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.