SIGINT Systems Engineer Jobs

Explore vetted SIGINT Systems Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles focused on designing, integrating, and supporting systems that collect, process, and analyze signals intelligence (SIGINT). These positions connect engineering expertise with mission needs across defense, intelligence, and national security organizations. Many roles listed on Ladders offer salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a SIGINT Systems Engineer Do?

SIGINT Systems Engineers help translate operational requirements into reliable technical solutions. Depending on the position, work may include defining system architectures, integrating hardware and software, evaluating system performance, supporting testing and deployment, and coordinating with analysts, program teams, and customers. Engineers may also contribute to requirements development, interface design, documentation, and lifecycle support.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience in systems engineering, requirements analysis, systems integration, testing, and technical documentation. Relevant knowledge may include RF systems, antennas, digital signal processing, communications, networking, software-defined systems, data processing, or secure system design. Specific requirements vary by employer and mission. Some positions require a degree in engineering or a related technical field, and many require an active security clearance or eligibility to obtain one.

Where SIGINT Systems Engineers Work

These professionals may work for defense contractors, government agencies, research organizations, or technology companies supporting intelligence programs. Roles can involve collaboration across engineering disciplines and may support systems throughout the development lifecycle, from early requirements and prototyping through integration, operations, and sustainment.

Find SIGINT Systems Engineer Opportunities

Browse SIGINT Systems Engineer job listings on Ladders to compare responsibilities, qualifications, locations, and compensation. Review each posting carefully for clearance, education, technical experience, and work-location requirements, then target opportunities that align with your background and career goals.

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$98K - $147K *

Lead systems integration efforts for advanced aerospace programs, ensuring seamless coordination across teams. Drive the development and verification of system elements, enhancing engineering practice...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Drive integration of complex systems for lunar exploration, ensuring alignment with mission objectives and customer needs. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to execute verification activities...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of cybersecurity by leading information system security initiatives, ensuring compliance with NIST and FISMA standards, and advising on risk management strategies to protect missi...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $231K *

Champion a multidisciplinary hardware engineering team focused on Power Supply, Digital, and RF. Lead hiring, mentoring, and technical priorities while driving continuous improvement and supporting pr...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $188K *

Join a team that's redefining systems engineering by leading complex projects, defining requirements, and driving innovative solutions while collaborating with customers and guiding junior engineers t...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$106K - $197K *

Unlock potential by driving systems engineering initiatives across underwater acoustics, telemetry, and radar technologies. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance operational effectivenes...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by assessing and enhancing system security measures, collaborating with teams to integrate secure practices, and ensuring compliance with DoD & IC standards in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $285K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex antenna systems projects, from initial requirements to final delivery. Collaborate with talented teams to design, implement, and verify sophisticated satellite...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$122K - $213K *

Lead the development and integration of radar systems and algorithms, translating system-level requirements into practical solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance mission capabil...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to intelligence solutions by leading data integration initiatives, fostering interoperability in multi-partner environments, and delivering impactful presentations for strategic missions in...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $130K *

Contribute to the development of advanced EO/IR modeling and algorithms, supporting simulation and performance analysis for cutting-edge launch vehicle systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining our team to develop and validate EO/IR models and algorithms, supporting cutting-edge simulation tools for performance analysis in a collaborative environment focused on in...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing secure information architectures, ensuring functional and secure systems integration across multiple environments while applying IA policies and risk asse...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock exceptional cybersecurity solutions by leading a new IA team, ensuring compliance and integrity of sensitive systems while mentoring engineers in a dynamic federal IT modernization environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $285K *

Innovate systems integration strategies to enhance mission outcomes through collaboration, technical leadership, and mentorship. Drive quality and capability development while shaping research priorit...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive the design and implementation of secure IA architectures, ensuring functional integration across diverse systems while applying best practices in security and risk assessment to protect sensitiv...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $180K *

Lead RF test strategy and automation for wireless spacecraft systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, develop validation infrastructure, and ensure reliability across d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $165K *

Discover innovative solutions as you design, integrate, and enhance complex enterprise networks. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and streamline communication systems in defense projects, ensuri...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $142K *

Transform enterprise systems through innovative engineering solutions, leveraging modern methodologies and tools to analyze and enhance mission capabilities for federal agencies, while fostering colla...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$69K - $141K *

Join a team of innovators as a Software Integration and Test Engineer, where you'll design, develop, and execute software test plans, ensuring quality for critical space mission systems while collabor...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $141K *

Shape your future as a Software Integration and Test Engineer, tackling complex problems in software verification and validation. Collaborate in a dynamic team to enhance technology that supports crit...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $197K *

Shape the future of Electronic Warfare systems by overseeing their life-cycle support, from development to deployment. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, ensuring technical performance and quality...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $125K *

Lead and optimize cybersecurity strategies focusing on incident response, threat detection, and mentorship. Collaborate with leaders to enhance tools and processes, ensuring robust protections against...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$174K - $225K *

Elevate engineering teams by designing, testing, and maintaining real-time software for complex sensor systems. Collaborate on innovative solutions, focusing on Model Based Systems Engineering to ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$174K - $225K *

Lead the charge in developing real-time software for complex sensor systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement best practices in Model Based Systems Engineering, aiding in the transition of...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a SIGINT Systems Engineer?question toggle

    A SIGINT Systems Engineer designs, integrates, tests, or supports systems used to collect, process, and analyze signals intelligence. The role typically combines systems engineering practices with knowledge of communications or related technical domains.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for SIGINT Systems Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for systems engineering experience, a relevant technical degree or equivalent experience, and skills in requirements analysis, integration, testing, and technical documentation. Some roles require an active security clearance or eligibility to obtain one.

  • How much do SIGINT Systems Engineers earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, employer, clearance requirements, and the scope of the role. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for current salary details.

  • What technical skills are useful in SIGINT Systems Engineering?question toggle

    Useful areas may include RF systems, digital signal processing, communications, networking, system architecture, software and hardware integration, testing, and secure system design. The specific skills needed depend on the program and job description.

  • Where can I find SIGINT Systems Engineer jobs?question toggle

    You can explore SIGINT Systems Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where listings can be reviewed for responsibilities, qualifications, compensation, location, and any clearance requirements.