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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$90K - $120K *

Engage with our team to enhance and secure information systems in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment. Support compliance with regulatory standards while collaborating with cross-functional te...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $192K *

Engage with teams to manage multi-spectral lab stimulator procurement. Bridge technical needs and supplier specifications while ensuring simulation systems meet program requirements and drive successf...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Empower our engineering team by providing technical support and driving RF technology maturity throughout the R&D lifecycle, translating user needs into actionable requirements and leading assessments...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $157K *

Grow innovative solutions by applying Model-Based Systems Engineering and Agile practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure verifiable designs, and lead projects to meet stakeholder nee...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $118K *

Join a dynamic team in supporting aircraft systems development and testing. You'll lead lab design, collaborate on test events, and troubleshoot complex systems, all while ensuring high standards of t...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Transform collaboration experiences as a Senior Engineer/Architect overseeing Microsoft 365 services, ensuring streamlined operations across education and compliance in a federal environment. Drive in...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge embedded systems. Engage in hardware-software integration and rapid prototyping in a hybrid work environment, supporting aerospace...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and executing global compliance programs, ensuring effective management of geographic units while resolving complex operational challenges and fostering transparency for s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$86K - $165K *

Analyze and engineer advanced radar systems, driving performance evaluations, data analysis, and Flight Test activities while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure mission success and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality results. Collaborate with teams to develop solutions, influence decisions, and manage performance within budget a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $130K *

Transform the way we approach security by analyzing vulnerabilities, improving processes, and implementing innovative strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build a secure coding cultu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$142K - $213K *

Develop and implement cybersecurity solutions to support missile defense systems, ensuring system compliance and security integrity through active assessments, documentation, and risk management frame...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Innovate quality assurance processes to ensure aerospace product reliability and compliance. Collaborate with engineering teams on inspection plans, address non-conformances, and lead audits while dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Transform software development efforts by driving innovative integration and testing practices. Collaborate with military SMEs, engaging in Agile methodologies while enhancing modeling and simulation...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by delivering expertise in flight test engineering, collaborating across teams to ensure effective testing for innovative aerospace technologies, improving processes, and solving comp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $125K *

Lead cross-functional teams to deliver innovative hardware and software solutions. Engage in systems engineering across various domains, ensuring system reliability and compliance in mission-critical...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $155K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of technology by providing System Administrator support on MQ-4C Triton systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance operational capabilities and ensure effi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Engage with cutting-edge technology to design digital electronics circuits for missile guidance and signal processing in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with a talented team to drive innovation and...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Optimize software development for RF emitter products by leading Agile teams, guiding junior engineers, and ensuring quality across the lifecycle. Your expertise in modern C++ and technical leadership...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Contribute to the development of advanced electronic systems that protect our nation. Collaborate with a dynamic team to analyze, design, and implement innovative software solutions in a flexible work...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Contribute to innovative test system software and hardware solutions by designing, developing, and certifying applications primarily using Python and Ruby within collaborative, cross-functional teams...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining our team as a Senior Software Systems Engineer, where you'll enhance innovative defense solutions through developing and integrating test software and hardware across diver...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to design and develop high-performance secure applications for critical national security projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and improve the software development lifecyc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Transform advanced wireless communications by leading design, integration, and optimization as the technical expert, ensuring systems meet mission-critical requirements and performance standards while...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $120K *

Champion the development and testing of advanced electrical systems in new submarines, driving projects through technical documentation, component qualification, and team collaboration to ensure effec...

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.