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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for satellite system engineer in the United States is $127,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectSatellite System EngineerSatellite Communications Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering or related field, certifications like CCNA or CompTIA Network+Associate degree or technical certification, specialized training in satellite systems
Work EnvironmentDesign, development, and testing of satellite systems, often in labs or officesInstallation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of satellite equipment in the field
Industry UsageUsed by aerospace, defense, and telecommunications companies for system developmentCommon in satellite service providers and telecom companies for field operations

Satellite System Engineers focus on designing and developing satellite systems, requiring engineering credentials and working mainly in labs or offices. In contrast, Satellite Communications Technicians handle installation and maintenance in the field, often with technical certifications. Both roles are essential in the satellite industry but differ in responsibilities and work environments.

Are satellite system engineers in demand?

Satellite system engineers are in demand due to the growing reliance on satellite communications, navigation, and remote sensing technologies. The field requires expertise in RF systems, software, and hardware integration, with job opportunities increasing in aerospace, defense, and telecommunications industries.

How much does a satellite system engineer make?

Satellite system engineers typically earn between $80,000 and $130,000 annually, depending on experience, education, and location. Senior engineers with specialized skills or certifications can earn higher salaries, especially in government or defense sectors where security clearances are required.

What does a satellite system engineer do?

A satellite system engineer designs, develops, and tests satellite communication systems and related hardware and software. They analyze system requirements, ensure integration and functionality, and often work with teams using tools like CAD and simulation software to optimize satellite performance and reliability.

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Infographic showing various Satellite System Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 50% In-person, and 50% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,215 per year, or $61.2 per hour.

Senior Mission and Operations Satellite Systems Engineer for Fastwater Staffing

Houston, TX • On-site, Remote

HIKINEX
Strategic Planning Consulting Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$99K - $136K/yr

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Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Role:

As part of the System Engineering Department, the Senior Mission and Operations Satellite System Engineer will participate, and coordinate the work needed for the analysis, planning and definition of the constellation operations ConOps, and the preparations, testing and execution of the operations procedures.

Tasks:

The Satellite Flight-Operations engineer will perform and participate in the following tasks and activities, depending on the background and experience of the candidate.

  • Trade-off studies to design, develop and simulate the overall Satellite LEOP plan.
  • Development of Spacecraft In-Orbit Operations Procedures and oversight of their execution and associated trainings.
  • Development of Satellite Operation Manuals, test procedures and oversight of their execution and associated trainings.
  • Verification & Validation Matrices of the operations procedures for on-orbit commissioning, routine, and contingency operations of the mission.
  • Support In-Orbit Test (IOT), anomaly resolution + FDIR.
  • Support the ICD development activities both HW and SW/DB
  • Support the Operations DevOps environment and tool-chain integration.
  • Support the ConOps Mission Design, Trade Space Analysis, Modeling and Automation
  • Support the Satellite Simulator Operation and script development.


Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering in a relevant field
  • At least 10 years of relevant practical experience
  • Previous mission design and analyses experience with LEO/MEO satellite systems.
  • Experience with automated satellite operations, especially design.
  • Systems Engineering experience in concepts of space and ground segment design, specification and integration, knowledge of Flight Software role in operations, Satellite Database Operations concept and telemetry structure concepts.
  • Experience creating or using models and/or simulation software.
  • Knowledge of Python or other scripting languages
  • Knowledge of Matlab
  • Knowledge of AG1's Systems Tool Kit (STK)

Complementary skills/knowledge:

  • Previous experience in Constellation Operations
  • Development and testing of new automated operations
  • Knowledge of MS Excel, for the purposes of engineering analyses
  • Knowledge of requirements Management tools such as DOORS/Windchill/Jama
  • Demonstrated capability to efficiently work with little to no supervision
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills in English, knowledge of French will be considered favorably
Employment Type: CONTRACTOR
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Hikinex is a multi-channel integrated service provider designed to help Companies scale fast and drive more profit. We leverage diverse resources to provide Superior services at a fraction of the cost.

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Strategic planning consulting services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

San Francisco, CA, US

Year founded

2016

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