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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$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by designing cutting-edge electrical systems for spaceflight. Collaborate with industry leaders to innovate and support the future of space exploration through hands-on engineering...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to empower systems engineering excellence in defense projects. Engage in comprehensive evaluations, technical documentation, and risk management to enhance system performance and s...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $131K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $171K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $171K *

Transform missile system development by leading systems engineering efforts, managing cost and schedule as a Control Account Manager, and ensuring successful integration and verification of subsystems...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $260K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $105K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $185K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $185K *

Transform the thermal management of the Power Conversion System, owning the heat budget and critical thermal interfaces. Collaborate across disciplines to optimize hardware performance while ensuring...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $144K *

Join a team that's redefining radar systems engineering. Collaborate with experts to develop advanced sensor technologies, ensuring mission success through innovative solutions and rigorous testing ac...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $144K *

Innovate with us to design and develop advanced radar systems, tackling complex technical challenges while supporting the full product lifecycle from requirements to testing and integration in a dynam...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $285K *

Drive innovation by leading electromagnetic compatibility design and analysis in satellite programs. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure compliance with stringent requirements and contribute to s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $175K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $285K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $204K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$133K - $161K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$75K - $144K *

Unlock potential by joining an agile team as a Systems Engineer II, Scrum Master, focusing on radar simulation tool development. Collaborate across functions to enhance missile defense systems and dri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $144K *

Lead the charge in supporting the development of Common Aviation Support Equipment, ensuring the integration of engineering fundamentals for effective project execution and operational excellence, whi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to design and execute verification strategies for DWDM optical networking products, enhancing performance and reliability through automated testing and collaboration with engineering teams to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.