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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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$110K - $130K *

Empower security excellence by building and maturing our security operations. Lead incident response, vulnerability management, and engineering initiatives while fostering a strong security culture ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $120K *

Advance your career as a Systems Engineer, designing and optimizing secure, scalable infrastructure solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and complian...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $120K *

Drive innovation in enterprise storage solutions by designing, implementing, and optimizing secure infrastructures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and ensure com...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $120K *

Optimize your career by designing and supporting secure, scalable infrastructure solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and performance in complex enterprise...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $137K *

Contribute to the development and testing of complex systems solutions, ensuring requirements are met through collaboration with Agile teams. Engage in functional analysis and verification to deliver...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $137K *

Engineer comprehensive systems solutions by translating customer requirements into actionable designs. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance through rigorou...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $137K *

Oversee the integration and testing of systems solutions, ensuring alignment between customer requirements and product deliverables while collaborating with cross-functional Agile teams and facilitati...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $236K *

Transform national security through innovative systems engineering. Leverage your expertise in network design and administration to enhance operational capabilities while ensuring compliance and techn...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $137K *

Join a team that's tackling complex challenges in space systems engineering. You'll collaborate across disciplines to develop, integrate, and test advanced spacecraft for national security missions, e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $141K *

Join our team to advance groundbreaking national space architectures by providing expert Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) services. Engage with diverse communities to design and imple...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Transform production operations by supporting machining center installations, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities. Collaborate with diverse teams to resolve technical issues and enhance system...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Optimize enterprise applications and integrations to enhance business operations. Collaborate in a hybrid environment to troubleshoot issues, develop solutions, and ensure system reliability and data...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$112K - $140K *

Take ownership of project coordination and risk management for data center initiatives. Drive stakeholder engagement and mentor teams to enhance processes, ensuring timely decision-making on large-sca...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $294K *

Empower innovation by leading engineering projects that modernize the C-130J. Collaborate with a high-performing team to drive process optimization and ensure the delivery of safe, effective solutions...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$178K - $331K *

Champion the design and delivery of advanced satellite communication systems. Lead the Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test team to ensure successful execution of technical requirements, risk ma...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 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...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$241K - $255K *

Join us in delivering enterprise-focused engineering support to enhance systems integration and compliance for critical modernization efforts, leveraging your extensive experience in systems engineeri...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$104K - $194K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing Configuration Management practices. You'll develop and enforce CM plans, manage audits, and support contract deliverables, ensuring excellence in program exec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Transform network integration for mission-critical aerospace systems by leading design, validation, and troubleshooting of real-time networking architectures. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic operations team in a regulated environment. Drive success in ground systems operations, ensuring service availability and collaboration across engineering an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $175K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of systems engineering through innovative model-based solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain complex system models, driving di...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Lead the charge in Mission Operations & Sustainment, ensuring timely delivery of contract deliverables, developing operator procedures, and managing real-time spacecraft operations for national securi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Manage technical planning and system integration to deliver comprehensive solutions, ensuring alignment with customer requirements while balancing technical, schedule, and cost constraints across all...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Help us transform technical planning and system integration into effective solutions. Collaborate across all system levels to ensure customer requirements are met while managing cost, schedule, and te...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Explore opportunities to lead integration and test efforts within Naval Helo Mission Systems, driving technical execution and customer collaboration in a hybrid role that enhances maritime security an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.