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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$159K - $214K *

Advance your career by leading complex control systems projects, providing technical expertise in instrumentation and automation for diverse industries. Drive innovation and enhance client satisfactio...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in space exploration by leading complex engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with rigorous standards while mentoring junior engine...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex engineering projects, ensuring the design and development of innovative Crew system products for commercial space stations. Collaborate across teams to manage sched...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $254K *

Lead technical integration and architecture for secure enterprise software platforms. Drive modernization, automation, and cybersecurity across complex environments, collaborating with stakeholders to...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $239K *

Empower your career by leading integrated product team activities for innovative long-range hypersonic weapon systems. Drive program coordination, cost management, and lifecycle guidance within a dyna...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $184K *

Champion hardware security by assessing threats and vulnerabilities, ensuring robust program protection and supply chain security. Collaborate with teams to enhance system integrity and compliance for...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $135K *

Contribute to multidisciplinary systems engineering, driving technical scope to completion. Oversee integration and verification across various domains, ensuring quality and collaboration in deliverin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $176K *

Transform engineering operations by leading a high-performing team, driving data-driven decisions, and enhancing infrastructure for AI, DevOps, and reporting tools to optimize efficiency and collabora...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $180K *

Accelerate your career by designing and testing advanced avionics systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create reliable hardware for next-gen defense platforms, ensuring performance in d...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation in aerospace engineering by leading the development of advanced vehicle systems and enhancing operational capabilities through cutting-edge algorithms and simulations...

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Staffing

$93K - $139K *

Unlock your potential as a test engineer, driving system verification efforts and developing comprehensive test plans in a collaborative environment. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering high-qua...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$193K - $289K *

Lead program performance in this critical role, overseeing delivery on cost and schedule while achieving technical milestones for a pioneering space capability. Drive team collaboration and foster cus...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$193K - $289K *

Advance critical missions by leading a cross-functional team to meet program goals. Oversee all phases of the program lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery of innovative operational capabilities while c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Shape the future of aerospace by providing systems engineering and integration support for the Space Launch System Upper Stage. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure mission success through effecti...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Manager, overseeing complex construction projects nationwide. Lead project execution, manage budgets, schedules, and ensure quality and safety throughout all ph...

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

$78K - $90K *

Drive impactful projects in the energy sector by coordinating all aspects of transmission and substation initiatives. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure project success through effective manage...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $90K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Manager II, coordinating impactful energy projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team, manage project execution, and ensure client satisfaction while driving quality a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $90K *

Lead and optimize project execution in the energy sector, coordinating transmission and substation projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality deliverables, manage risks, and maintain project s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$151K - $204K *

Pioneer innovative manufacturing processes by leading a skilled engineering team. Drive strategic direction, optimize systems, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product development and ope...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$86K - $165K *

Optimize project execution by coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve milestones in aerospace engineering, focusing on gas turbine technologies for commercial and military applications. Drive p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Shape the future of aerospace engineering by leading cross-functional projects that enhance commercial and military gas turbine technologies. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely execution...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Drive project success by coordinating cross-functional teams and managing timelines, budgets, and risks for advanced gas turbine engine initiatives. Leverage engineering expertise to ensure alignment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Contribute to advanced aerospace propulsion systems by leading cross-functional engineering projects, managing scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring successful program outcomes through effective...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading systems engineering efforts for training simulations, focusing on integration, verification, and process management within U.S. Navy projects to enhance operational effe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $145K *

Lead the charge in technical project management for Subsonic Aerial Target programs. Oversee planning, execution, and stakeholder coordination while ensuring alignment and risk mitigation across multi...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.