ZipRecruiter

Log In

2

Remote Payload Jobs (NOW HIRING)

GPD Group

UAV Pilot / LiDAR Photogrammetrist

Akron, OH · Remote

Serve as Remote Pilot in Command for heavy-lift platforms carrying LiDAR, RGB, GNSS/INS, and related payloads. * Develop flight plans accounting for terrain, vegetation, structures, airspace, weather ...

New

Scout Space

Director of Engineering

Reston, VA · On-site +1

Drive execution of complex space payload programs and architecture decisions from concept through ... Background in space domain awareness (SDA), remote sensing, or on-orbit autonomy * Familiarity with ...

Hikinex

REMOTE OR HYBRID IS POSSIBLE FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE. Open for candidates in Canada as well as the ... Review communication Payload RF transmitter/receiver analyses & test results and recommend any ...

SAIC

Systems Engineer Principal

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking an experienced ... Spacecraft bus or payload engineering lifecycle (requirements, design, development, integration ...

Navtech, Inc.

Guidewire Test Engineer

I have an opportunity for a "Guidewire Test Engineer " - (100% Remote ) and I am looking for a ... simulate payloads and create samples, create structured test suites in postman or similar tool ...

Rocket Lab Corporation

Senior Program Manager I/II

Tucson, AZ · On-site +1

$109.70K - $110.10K/yr

Experience with space EO payloads, test plan development, astronomy, physics, electronics, software, and/or remote-sensing * Active Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility * U.S citizenship is ...

TCOM, L.P.

Staff Solutions Engineer

Sioux Falls, SD · On-site +1

Mission Design: Oversee the technical feasibility of payload integrations, ensuring customer ... You have experience in Commercial Imagery/Remote Sensing. If you've sold or integrated SAR, EO/IR ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsRemote Payload Jobs

Remote Payload information

See salary details

$48K

$86.5K

$144K

How much do remote payload jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote payload in the United States is $86,458.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Payload vs Remote Data Analyst?

AspectRemote PayloadRemote Data Analyst
Required CredentialsTechnical certifications, programming skillsDegree in data science, statistics, or related field
Work EnvironmentTechnical teams, development projectsData analysis, reporting, visualization tasks
Industry UsageCybersecurity, software development, data transferBusiness, finance, healthcare, marketing
Common Search IntentUnderstanding technical data transfer rolesAnalyzing data remotely for insights

Remote Payload typically involves technical roles related to data transfer, cybersecurity, or software development, requiring programming skills and technical certifications. Remote Data Analysts focus on analyzing and interpreting data to support business decisions, often requiring a background in data science or statistics. While both roles may work remotely, their core responsibilities and skill sets differ significantly.

More about Remote Payload jobs
What cities are hiring for Remote Payload jobs? Cities with the most Remote Payload job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Payload jobs? The most popular types of Payload jobs are:
What states have the most Remote Payload jobs? States with the most job openings for Remote Payload jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Remote Payload jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Remote Payload jobs are:
Remote Payload jobs near you
Infographic showing various Remote Payload job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 25% As Needed, and 75% Full Time. Highlights an 1% Physical, and 99% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,458 per year, or $41.6 per hour.

Senior Manager, Systems Engineering (Technical Manager - Mission Networking Systems and Cyber)

L3HHCM20

Fort Wayne, IN • Remote

$102.30K - $141K/yr

Other

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Senior Manager, Systems Engineering (Technical Manager - Mission Networking Systems and Cyber)

Job Code:  35715

Job Location: Palm Bay, FL or Fort Wayne, IN

Job Schedule: 9/80 Regular

Job Description:

The Mission Network and Cyber Technical Manager leads and directs experienced professionals working across multiple programs in the design of network infrastructure and cybersecurity  for space-based remote sensing satellites in support of critical missions. The Technical Manager will lead  portfolio execution and workforce development through hiring, staffing, career and talent development, and positive engagement initiatives. The Technical Manager will manage the implementation of technical strategies and recommend operational plans that directly impact execution across their area of focus and the projects their teams support.


Essential Functions:

  • Provide functional management for 20-40 engineers with mission network development and implementation responsibilities as well as team members responsible for information security duties
  • Provide design engineering staffing and labor planning for programs, pursuits, and internal projects supporting space-based remote sensing payloads and systems as well as fully integrated Space Vehicles carrying different types of payloads. 
  • Lead training, talent development, engagement, retention, and overall management of the workforce, and provide coaching and leadership development for a direct staff of individual contributors
  • Meet program execution plans by working with your teams deployed across projects 
  • Support pursuits and proposals in the business,including review/approval of technical proposals and Basis of Estimates(BOEs) as needed. 
  • Ability to obtain government clearance. 

 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 12 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
  • Experience directly managing employees in an integrated engineering organization. 
  • Experience with Mission Network System Design

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Active TS/SCI security clearance is preferred. 
  • Broad management and leadership knowledge to lead cross-site project teams or manage across the function. Typically has mastery within a specific technical area or broad expertise across multiple related job areas. 
  • Experience in Engineering leadership capacity (Supervisor, Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead, Project Engineer, Cost Account Manager). 
  • Experience providing staffing for programs, pursuits, and internal efforts 
  • Ability to coach, mentor and build relationships with internal and external organizations. 

#LI-KB1

Apply