Explore Systems Engineer Jobs

Systems engineers bring people, processes, software, and technology together to create reliable, high-performing systems. Browse vetted Systems Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles at established companies and growing organizations, with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Systems Engineer Do?

Systems engineers help define requirements, design architectures, integrate components, and ensure complex systems meet performance, security, and reliability goals. Depending on the employer and industry, the work may focus on IT infrastructure, cloud platforms, networks, enterprise applications, embedded technology, or large-scale technical programs. Common responsibilities include troubleshooting, documenting system designs, evaluating risks, and coordinating with engineering, operations, and product teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with systems architecture, integration, infrastructure, and technical problem-solving. Relevant skills may include cloud services, operating systems, networking, automation, scripting, cybersecurity principles, and monitoring tools. Strong communication and project coordination skills are also valuable, since systems engineers frequently translate requirements across technical and business teams. Requirements vary by role; some positions may call for a bachelor's degree or industry certifications.

Systems Engineer Career Paths

Systems engineers work across industries such as technology, aerospace, defense, healthcare, finance, and telecommunications. With experience, professionals may advance into senior systems engineering, systems architecture, infrastructure leadership, reliability engineering, or technical program management. Specializing in areas such as cloud, security, or mission-critical systems can help candidates pursue roles aligned with their expertise.

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Search Systems Engineer jobs on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by responsibilities, required skills, location, and compensation, then focus your search on positions that match your experience and career goals.

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$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of server technology by leading technical collateral development, defining benchmarks, and creating proof of concepts. Collaborate with product managers and engineers to enhance produ...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovation in server technology as a System Engineer, leading technical collateral development and creating benchmarks. Collaborate with product teams to enhance product differentiation through...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing and maintaining complex software applications in a federal environment, ensuring operational excellence and innovative solutions across various systems and n...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Systems Engineer III, driving satellite operations and on-orbit testing. Leverage your expertise to enhance efficiency, collaborate with government and contractors, and tackle...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $163K *

Lead strategic systems engineering initiatives for hardware platforms, ensuring effective integration, verification, and validation across the full system lifecycle while adhering to customer requirem...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Advance your career by performing technical planning and system integration analyses. Collaborate on translating customer requirements into effective total systems solutions while ensuring adherence t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $147K *

Innovate with us to develop and refine advanced systems solutions that meet strategic defense needs. You'll support requirements specifications and modeling while collaborating with experts in a dynam...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Join us to drive the integration and testing of advanced F-35 sensor systems. You'll plan and execute technical tests, enhance engineering processes, and collaborate with agile teams to ensure mission...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $147K *

Discover innovative solutions as a Systems Engineer, Integration Lab, driving hardware integration and testing for advanced aircraft concepts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure rapid s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Collaborate with our Flight Test Planning team to develop and manage system-level requirements, ensuring precise data collection for missile flight tests. Your expertise will bridge technical document...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$63K - $117K *

Engage in rigorous testing and validation as a Test Engineer, ensuring military solutions meet operational needs. Collaborate across disciplines, develop test plans, and present results to stakeholder...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Contribute to innovative systems engineering solutions for advanced defense systems. Collaborate on design, analysis, and verification processes to ensure effective integration and performance of crit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $147K *

Support operational excellence by providing real-time maintenance and troubleshooting for Ground and Space systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure system functionality and performance in a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Support system integration and testing for advanced radar programs. Engage in technical planning, verification, and validation, ensuring customer requirements are met through effective collaboration a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing security-focused system architectures, integrating security requirements into designs, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance mission-critical software...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $147K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of strategic defense by developing innovative systems engineering solutions. Collaborate across disciplines to create integrated models and ensure the success of...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $147K *

Unlock innovative solutions as a Systems Engineer, collaborating across disciplines to develop and integrate complex systems. Drive requirements documentation, modeling, and verification to support st...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Lead the charge in systems engineering by developing requirements, analyzing architectures, and ensuring effective integration and testing of Automated Test Equipment solutions. Collaborate with teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $147K *

Advance operational excellence by providing real-time support for ground and space systems, ensuring functionality, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating across teams to maintain critical performa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Drive robust solutions to combat obsolescence threats while collaborating across engineering disciplines, enhancing program readiness through data analysis and strategic integrations, ensuring the sus...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $147K *

Empower the Fleet Ballistic Missile Program by integrating advanced systems engineering solutions. Collaborate across functional teams to design, verify and enhance component requirements, ensuring th...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $150K *

Engineer the future of satellite connectivity by developing Python-based test systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless hardware/software integration and support manufacturin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $147K *

Explore a pivotal role in mission-system integration and validation, collaborating with engineers and pilots to ensure optimal performance across various testing environments. Leverage your technical...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $204K *

Lead the charge in advancing next-gen technologies as a Systems Engineering Manager. Oversee a multi-disciplinary team, drive modernization efforts, and ensure best practices in a dynamic environment...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $105K *

Unlock potential by providing essential support to construction management teams, ensuring projects remain organized and on track through diligent record-keeping, communication, and follow-up. Join us...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    A Systems Engineer designs, integrates, and maintains complex systems so that their components work together to meet functional, performance, security, and reliability requirements.

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

    Commonly requested skills include systems architecture, integration, troubleshooting, networking, operating systems, cloud platforms, automation, and clear technical communication. Specific requirements depend on the role and industry.

  • What industries hire Systems Engineers?question toggle

    Systems Engineers work in technology, aerospace, defense, healthcare, finance, telecommunications, and other industries that rely on complex technical systems.

  • How can I find Systems Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Systems Engineer listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more and compare roles based on skills, responsibilities, location, and compensation.