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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$173K - $238K *

Transform engineering projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring innovation, quality standards, and cost efficiency while effectively interfacing with stakeholders and driving strategic proj...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Innovate within energetic manufacturing by leading systems engineering efforts. Drive design, development, and testing of solid propellant systems while collaborating across disciplines to ensure proj...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$161K - $241K *

Lead a team of systems engineers to enhance Command & Launch Infrastructure. Collaborate across disciplines, manage critical design reviews, and drive project priorities while ensuring effective commu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join us to lead transformative infrastructure and security projects for global clients. Manage teams, drive project success, and ensure stakeholder alignment while delivering high-quality results acro...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $176K *

Elevate the future of secure systems as you lead cross-functional teams in developing cutting-edge Crypto & Cross Domain technology solutions, driving innovation and collaborative success in Space, Cy...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $131K *

Lead the charge in systems engineering, driving innovative solutions for missile defense applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement complex systems, ensuring perfor...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $165K *

Champion impactful programs by leading a high-performing team, driving execution, and fostering collaboration across functions to optimize product development and enhance organizational effectiveness...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Join us to oversee and manage diverse civil infrastructure projects, ensuring successful planning and execution while leading teams and mentoring professionals in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and develop application engineers, manage prototype evaluations, and create impactful product collateral while providing technical support and collaborating on innovative p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $181K *

Unlock your potential by managing a diverse engineering project portfolio, fostering customer relationships, and leading a team to drive innovative solutions in a dynamic environment. Take charge of y...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $181K *

Empower a diverse engineering project portfolio by managing customer relationships, addressing technical challenges, and leading proposal efforts. This role offers growth into program management with...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of MEP engineering projects, leading a multi-discipline team through design, construction, and commissioning phases while ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Manage engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring on-time delivery, quality, and stakeholder alignment. Drive collaboration across teams while mitigating risks and enhancing operatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive product innovation by leading cross-functional teams to successfully execute R&D projects from concept to market, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and leveraging business acumen for optim...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Deliver project management expertise to coordinate automation initiatives across multiple business units, ensuring effective communication and resource allocation while managing customer relationships...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in project management for deep space engineering. Lead cross-functional teams in the development, testing, and certification of flight hardware, ensuring project success t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize engineering execution and internal capabilities for EPC projects, ensuring alignment with client requirements, quality standards, and financial objectives. Lead a high-performing team while m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform project delivery by leading a high-performing team, ensuring on-time and on-budget execution while fostering collaboration between stakeholders and technical teams for successful outcomes...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $239K *

Lead the charge in advanced survivability systems engineering, applying interdisciplinary collaboration to analyze and test satellite vehicles for space environments throughout their lifecycle...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Empower your career by leading aerospace engineering projects, driving disciplined execution, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver quality solutions on time and within budget. Your...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading the design and deployment of advanced control systems and automation solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and reliability in critical manufacturing processes wh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $171K *

Transform complex software integration and testing processes by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless collaboration, and driving best practices in a dynamic environment. Elevate system per...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Innovate solutions in elastomeric materials engineering, tackling complex problems through analysis and collaboration. Engage with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver timely engineering solutions in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $150K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading projects, mentoring teams, and optimizing manufacturing processes. Collaborate to tackle complex challenges and implement innovative solutions in a dynamic envi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Discover innovative solutions by providing remote and on-site client support. Tackle technical challenges, optimize platforms, and enhance customer satisfaction through expert troubleshooting in a dyn...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.