Systems Engineering Manager Jobs

Discover Systems Engineering Manager opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted roles paying $100,000 or more. These leaders guide multidisciplinary teams through the design, development, integration, and lifecycle management of complex systems across industries such as aerospace, defense, technology, telecommunications, and manufacturing.

What Does a Systems Engineering Manager Do?

Systems Engineering Managers connect technical strategy with business goals. They oversee requirements definition, architecture, system integration, verification, and validation while coordinating engineers and stakeholders across functions. Depending on the organization, they may manage budgets and schedules, assess technical risks, support customer or regulatory reviews, and ensure products meet performance, safety, and reliability expectations.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience leading engineering teams and delivering complex systems from concept through deployment. Valuable qualifications include systems architecture, requirements management, modeling and simulation, integration and test, risk management, and familiarity with relevant industry standards and development methodologies. Clear communication, prioritization, and cross-functional leadership are essential. A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field is often expected; some positions prefer advanced degrees or professional certifications.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Systems Engineering Managers work on products and infrastructure ranging from aircraft, spacecraft, and defense platforms to enterprise software, communications networks, industrial automation, and medical technology. Career paths may lead to director-level engineering roles, chief systems architect positions, or broader program and product leadership, depending on experience and organizational needs.

Find Systems Engineering Manager Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted Systems Engineering Manager openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by location, industry, and responsibilities, and identify roles that match your technical background and leadership goals. Compensation and requirements vary by employer, experience, and location; review each listing for details.

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$166K - $309K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic software development team, driving program execution, and fostering innovation in a collaborative environment. Oversee project management, mentor engineers, an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $251K *

Lead and optimize a top-tier software development team, tackling complex challenges to ensure program execution and enhance cyber solutions for critical military applications. Your leadership will dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $171K *

Elevate your career by bridging data science and product support engineering to enhance system readiness and drive efficiencies. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate insights into actionable re...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $171K *

Lead the charge in integrating data science with product support engineering to enhance system readiness and drive efficiencies. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate insights into actionable re...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Elevate mission success by managing and analyzing requirements to bolster the development of essential technologies and capabilities, ensuring they meet performance, integrity, and reliability standar...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future as a Project Engineer, overseeing engineering activities across projects, ensuring compliance with national codes, and leading design development for a global business unit. Drive inn...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $100K *

Partner with us to design and integrate electroextraction systems, engaging in hands-on testing and troubleshooting while collaborating across disciplines to advance critical minerals recovery technol...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $270K *

Join a team that's redefining design engineering by leading a talented group of designers and engineers to enhance our design system, ensuring high-quality UI development and seamless integration of d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $270K *

Shape the future of our design system by leading a dynamic team of designers and engineers, driving innovation in UI development, and ensuring high-quality interface standards across products...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $194K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team focused on reliability and testability for advanced sensor systems. Drive innovation and oversee critical projects while mentoring talent and collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Empower innovation by leading cross-functional teams to integrate electrical, mechanical, and software systems. Drive user needs and requirements, manage risks, and ensure compliance to deliver impact...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $238K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of spacecraft systems engineering. Leverage your expertise to lead cross-functional teams in developing complex spacecraft designs, ensuring compliance, and drivi...

Palo Alto, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $238K *

Accelerate progress at the system level by leading cross-functional teams in spacecraft design, requirements management, and fault analysis. Drive integration, verification, and validation activities...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading a high-performing engineering team to drive process improvements, enhance operational efficiency, and foster cross-functional collaboration while advancing...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K - $215K *

Transform product engineering by leading a team to innovate and enhance designs, ensuring manufacturability and competitiveness while managing resources and timelines effectively. Drive collaboration...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive efficiency and quality in manufacturing processes by leading a skilled team, optimizing equipment and workflow, and implementing innovative engineering solutions for new product introductions...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead cross-functional efforts to deliver innovative thermal protection solutions, ensuring alignment between customer needs and engineering execution from concept to product...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $160K *

Drive innovation by leading cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge thermal protection solutions. Engage with customers and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on goals, timelines, and de...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $204K *

Architect innovative avionics software solutions, collaborating on design and testing. Leverage your expertise in embedded systems and certification processes to solve complex challenges and enhance f...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $204K *

Unlock innovation by leading software engineering efforts, focusing on design, development, and verification of complex avionics systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product qua...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of aerospace by leading systems engineering for a major platform program, ensuring rigorous management of architecture, requirements, and verification from concep...

Mirabel, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $147K *

Unlock potential by joining our team as a Principal Systems Engineer, where you'll develop advanced signal processing algorithms for UAV systems, ensuring mission success through innovative solutions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $174K *

Lead the charge in data labeling projects within a dynamic AI research team. Mentor junior analysts while ensuring high-quality datasets for machine learning. Collaborate with data scientists to enhan...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$92K - $174K *

Lead and mentor a team in executing high-quality data labeling projects, ensuring accuracy and consistency for machine learning initiatives while collaborating with researchers and engineers to meet p...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Deliver innovative solutions by leading manufacturing engineering functions, enhancing productivity and operational performance while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement across cr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Systems Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    A Systems Engineering Manager leads engineers and coordinates the technical work needed to define, design, integrate, verify, and maintain complex systems. The role often includes setting technical direction, managing requirements and risks, and aligning engineering teams with program goals.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Systems Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

    Many employers look for a degree in engineering or a related discipline, substantial systems engineering experience, and a track record of leading technical teams. Skills in system architecture, requirements management, integration and test, and cross-functional communication are frequently valued. Specific requirements vary by role.

  • Which industries hire Systems Engineering Managers?question toggle

    Common industries include aerospace, defense, technology, telecommunications, manufacturing, healthcare technology, and industrial automation. Responsibilities depend on the systems and products each employer develops.

  • What is the typical salary for a Systems Engineering Manager?question toggle

    Pay varies based on experience, location, industry, and employer. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, and listings provide details about compensation when available.

  • How can I find Systems Engineering Manager jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Systems Engineering Manager openings and review listings by location, industry, compensation, and role requirements to find opportunities that fit your experience and career goals.