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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$200K - $240K *

Engage in satellite systems engineering, providing expert support for space vehicle and ground station integration, overseeing production activities, and addressing complex technical challenges to enh...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of advanced satellite systems by leading integration efforts, defining technical specifications, and ensuring mission success through collaboration and risk management with multidisci...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading satellite subsystem developments for national security. Serve as a key advisor, ensuring operational readiness, guiding integration and testing phases, and collaborating...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of satellite systems by leveraging your expertise in software engineering. Collaborate with teams across agencies to drive innovative solutions and support mission success through you...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Join our team to provide expert technical support for space systems integration, ensuring successful test execution and risk management while collaborating across diverse teams to enhance satellite an...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Engineer and oversee satellite subsystem development within a collaborative team. Manage integration testing, operational performance, and risk reporting to enhance system efficiency and mission succe...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $226K *

Champion innovation in critical ground system development to support the rapid fielding of advanced space capabilities, collaborating with teams to ensure operational excellence and mission success in...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $226K *

Lead the charge in developing resilient ground architecture for critical space operations, supporting strategic missile warning initiatives while collaborating with military and technical teams to ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing ground satellite C2 systems for missile defense, providing vital engineering support. Ensure mission readiness and integration of the latest technologies with a focus on r...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $174K *

Bring your expertise to develop and execute innovative test plans across engineering disciplines for satellite systems, ensuring successful launch and performance. Collaborate closely with teams while...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing, developing, and testing satellite systems, ensuring quality integration and system performance while managing vendor relationships and mitigating risks throughout the pro...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $98K *

Unlock potential by leading system-level activities in satellite missions, focusing on design, integration, and verification across cutting-edge earth observation programs, while collaborating with a...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $150K *

Unlock potential by providing expertise in space vehicle systems engineering to diverse agencies, focusing on next-generation technology and problem-solving for national defense and commercial stakeho...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $175K *

Optimize aerospace systems with a focus on RF payloads, leading cutting-edge engineering efforts from concept to deployment, to ensure mission success and operational readiness throughout complex miss...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of in-flight connectivity by designing robust systems for commercial aviation, integrating advanced technologies to ensure seamless communication and entertainment experiences for pas...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $128K *

Unlock your potential by joining a team that ensures reliable satellite communications for NASA missions. Lead the integration and testing phases to enhance ground and space interfaces, supporting cri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $140K *

Help us analyze and develop innovative communication systems through modeling, simulation, and algorithm design, ensuring technical excellence for critical government missions and contributing to nati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Transform satellite subsystem development by overseeing design, integration, and testing. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure mission success in advanced space capabilities while suppor...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $191K *

Join a team that drives the mission operations and anomaly response of a growing satellite fleet. Contribute to designing and executing commissioning campaigns while maintaining fleet health and ensur...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $140K *

Shape innovative electronic designs for satellite and rocket systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot circuits, develop test procedures, and ensure integration of hardware and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Drive spacecraft and ground systems integration, ensuring mission readiness and successful operations for national security satellite programs while collaborating with a diverse team...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your engineering career by supporting satellite verification and validation processes. You'll harness your technical expertise to optimally integrate and test aerospace systems while consisten...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $197K *

Lead the charge in developing integrated system solutions by overseeing requirements management, architecture, and verification while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive proje...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $197K *

Lead advanced system solutions development, guiding technical teams through the full product lifecycle to achieve exceptional system integration, performance, and compliance while championing Systems...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $162K *

Join a dynamic team focused on satellite electrical power systems, managing engineering tasks and ensuring subsystem integration in high-stakes projects, while contributing to innovative technology so...

4 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.