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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$185K - $275K *

Transform the landscape of aerospace business development by driving strategic growth, fostering customer relationships, and leading innovative capture strategies across diverse programs while deliver...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$185K - $275K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on business development and innovative solutions in the space/aerospace sector. Engage with customers, drive strategies, and lead capture efforts to secure...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $125K *

Transform aircraft cabin systems by overseeing requirements development, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and collaborating across teams to deliver innovative solutions for the A250 prog...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $225K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions by leading complex weapon system integration and enhancing capabilities through advanced technologies, while mentoring teams to optimize performance in nationa...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead the mechanical design for spacecraft, guiding projects from proposal to testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance with requirements for successful...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading the engineering of complex systems, ensuring operational sustainment and integration of RF-enabled solutions. This senior role offers a unique opportunity to innovate wi...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that drives innovation in complex systems engineering, ensuring operational readiness for advanced RF-enabled solutions. Leverage your expertise to lead integration efforts, establish tech...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $193K *

Lead the charge in advancing radar signal processing and data fusion techniques to support national security and space programs by developing innovative solutions and performing complex system analysi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Drive innovation in radar systems engineering by developing specifications, ensuring alignment with design teams, and coordinating testing efforts. Join a dynamic team tackling complex challenges in d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $185K *

Shape the future of defense technology by managing technical portfolios, ensuring alignment with mission requirements and engineering standards while collaborating with government and engineering team...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $185K *

Shape the future of PCB design by leveraging your expertise to establish design rules, perform manufacturing checks, and collaborate with suppliers, driving innovation in the Circuit Card Assembly pro...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $185K *

Innovate circuit card assembly designs leveraging PCB expertise, ensuring manufacturability through effective communication with suppliers. Drive technical excellence in layer stack-up for various app...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $185K *

Shape the future of design by leveraging your expertise in PCB fabrication, managing complex projects that integrate advanced technologies and processes. Your leadership will drive innovation and qual...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the CNC Programming Department, overseeing programming quality and readiness for manufacturing operations. Manage a team, ensuring technical support for production while guiding new part introduc...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $100K *

Contribute to innovative systems engineering solutions for naval combat systems. Collaborate with a cross-functional team, utilizing Linux, Ansible, and security practices to design and integrate a ro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead and inspire a talented engineering team to deliver innovative microwave and satellite systems. Drive projects from conception through deployment, ensuring quality, compliance, and operational exc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$111K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading designs for Circuit Card Assemblies and PCBs, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with suppliers while enhancing manufacturing efficiency through exper...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $185K *

Innovate your future as you leverage your expertise in CCA and PCB design. Lead efforts in design rule generation, fabrication checks, and ensure quality interfaces with suppliers while developing imp...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Transform spacecraft systems for cutting-edge programs by providing expert guidance and ensuring seamless operation from design to launch. Collaborate with government clients to navigate technical cha...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$158K - $237K *

Engineer robust software solutions by translating architecture into technical designs, leading teams in web application development, incident management, and driving Site Reliability Engineering pract...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $198K *

Pioneer innovative ground system solutions for national security missions. Collaborate with teams to integrate software and hardware components, ensuring operational effectiveness and responsiveness t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $198K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge ground software systems to support national security missions, collaborating with cross-functional teams and enhancing system integration for optimal performance...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $198K *

Unlock potential by combining your technical expertise with strategic vision to develop and deploy cutting-edge ground software systems for national security missions, delivering impactful solutions t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $290K *

Pioneer innovation as a Senior Program Manager, steering mission-critical projects from inception to execution within aerospace, focusing on strategic integration, cross-functional collaboration, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $184K *

Drive systems integration and testing for Cross Domain Solutions, ensuring compliance with DOD standards, while managing testing procedures and collaboration across teams to resolve hardware/software...

Yesterday

  •   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.