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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$167K - $230K *

Elevate product quality by leading global test engineering strategies and teams. Drive innovation through effective testing procedures, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure ti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $250K *

Drive complex hardware development programs from concept to production, ensuring high-quality delivery. Collaborate across engineering disciplines and manage relationships with partners to facilitate...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Lead with innovative systems engineering to enhance IT infrastructure performance, ensuring secure and efficient operations. Supervise and develop a dynamic team, driving continuous improvement and al...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions for Navy nuclear submarines, focusing on Ship Control Systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance mission readiness through advanced design, in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $110K *

Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational excellence, collaborating across teams to identify inefficiencies, implement sustainable solutions, and foster a culture of productiv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $184K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing system architectures and requirements for complex aerospace systems, utilizing model-based systems engineering to ensure mission effectiveness and design int...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $190K *

Drive field engineering excellence by overseeing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with design and regulatory standards, and fostering employee development in a dynamic construction environ...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $208K *

Elevate your career by joining our dynamic team to develop cutting-edge software for autonomous systems. Collaborate across teams to tackle challenges in embedded systems, ensuring innovative solution...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $202K *

Engage a dynamic team to revolutionize software solutions for U.S. Space Force, leveraging your leadership and full-stack expertise in RF and space weather concepts to transform scientific needs into...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing harness manufacturing processes through innovative design and execution. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance in high-reliability environme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead integration efforts for modernizing space launch ranges, ensuring mission success through advanced systems architecture and collaboration across engineering disciplines to enhance operational cap...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $204K *

Engage in dynamic program management to drive advanced technology efforts, ensuring alignment with technical, cost, and schedule objectives while collaborating across teams to support successful execu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $105K *

Partner with us to ensure project efficiency and clarity by maintaining documentation, tracking decisions, and supporting construction teams. Your attention to detail will help prevent critical oversi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform the manufacturing landscape by leading technical teams to innovate processes, enhance product quality, and drive cost-effective solutions. Leverage your expertise to guide engineers and ensu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $220K *

Manage and enhance complex operational data flows, ensuring data integrity and compliance. Collaborate with mission customers to analyze and transform raw data, while improving processing and distribu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational data flows through innovative solutions. Collaborate with mission customers to analyze and transform data, ensuring security and compliance while...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$193K - $289K *

Elevate systems engineering excellence by leading multidisciplinary teams in the development and integration of advanced missile systems. Drive technical processes, schedules, and budgets to ensure pr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join us in transforming innovative aerospace projects! Contribute to documentation, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring flight hardware meets the highest standards for success...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic engineering team to enhance specialty prescription processes. Drive strategic direction, foster collaboration, and ensure delivery excellence while managing multi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $210K *

Drive the FastAuth team's success by leading complex engineering initiatives, ensuring timely delivery of specialty prescriptions while fostering team health and collaboration across multiple workstre...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $210K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Engineering Manager, leading complex projects and driving innovation in specialty prescription processing. Oversee engineering delivery, team health, and strategic dire...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $213K *

Lead the charge in developing and supporting advanced propulsion systems for the US Navy. Collaborate with a dynamic team to integrate, validate, and optimize system solutions while ensuring adherence...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$58K - $108K *

Drive innovation in system engineering by managing technical documentation, overseeing compliance, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance flight test planning and execution for stra...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation in multi-discipline systems engineering, leading teams to enhance reliability and resiliency across geospatial intelligence solutions for government agencies, ensuring the highest qua...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead and mentor Mechanical Engineers in aircraft design, driving innovation and excellence in system upgrades and modifications while ensuring compliance with industry stand...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.