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Senior Systems Design Engineer Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

Cochran

Design Engineer

Union, MO

... systems, water/wastewater facilities, and site development. * Use AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design ... Perform basic engineering calculations under the supervision of senior staff. * Conduct site visits ...

Cochran

Design Engineer

Union, MO

... systems, water/wastewater facilities, and site development. * Use AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design ... Perform basic engineering calculations under the supervision of senior staff. * Conduct site visits ...

CARFAX

Senior Systems Engineer

Columbia, MO · On-site

$99K - $136K/yr

Description Join our winning team as a Senior Systems Engineer We are seeking a skilled Systems ... Lead design decisions, including researching and prototyping emerging technologies. * Champion ...

Oracle

Senior Systems Engineer

Columbia, MO · On-site

$35.63 - $71.30/hr

As a Senior Systems Engineer based in Columbia, MO, you will play a key role in designing ... are workloads. - Design, implement, and support highly available enterprise infrastructure ...

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How much do senior systems design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior systems design engineer in Missouri is $116,999.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $134,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Systems Design Engineer vs Systems Engineer?

AspectSenior Systems Design EngineerSystems Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Engineering, certifications like INCOSE or PMP often preferredBachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, certifications like Cisco or CompTIA beneficial
Work EnvironmentDesign-focused, project planning, cross-disciplinary collaborationImplementation, troubleshooting, system maintenance
Industry UsageTechnology, aerospace, defense, large-scale systemsIT, telecommunications, manufacturing, software development

While both roles require engineering knowledge and certifications, Senior Systems Design Engineers focus on designing complex systems and overseeing projects, whereas Systems Engineers typically handle system implementation and support. The roles often overlap but differ mainly in scope and seniority.

What cities in Missouri are hiring for Senior Systems Design Engineer jobs? Cities in Missouri with the most Senior Systems Design Engineer job openings:
Infographic showing various Senior Systems Design Engineer job openings in Missouri as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,999 per year, or $56.2 per hour.

Senior Systems Engineer (Windows/AWS)

aqua IT

Saint Louis, MO • Hybrid

$101K - $139K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Overview: We are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to support mission-critical geospatial and enterprise infrastructure environments. This position focuses on the design, integration, modernization, and sustainment of large-scale Windows, Cloud, and hybrid infrastructure solutions supporting operational users. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in systems engineering, enterprise architecture, cloud technologies, virtualization, and security compliance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, implementation, and modernization of enterprise infrastructure solutions supporting mission operations.
  • Engineer and maintain Windows Server, Active Directory, Citrix, VDI, and cloud-based environments.
  • Develop and document system architectures, technical roadmaps, implementation plans, and engineering artifacts.
  • Evaluate existing systems and recommend improvements for performance, scalability, security, and operational efficiency.
  • Support hybrid and cloud-based architectures utilizing AWS services and best practices.
  • Coordinate system upgrades, patching strategies, vulnerability remediation efforts, and configuration management activities.
  • Troubleshoot complex infrastructure, virtualization, and application issues across operational environments.
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with DoD, IC, and agency security requirements.
  • Support accreditation activities and implementation of security controls aligned with NIST, ICD 503, and related frameworks.
  • Author SOPs, design documentation, implementation guides, and operational procedures.
  • Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across engineering initiatives.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or related field and 8+ years of relevant experience; additional experience may be substituted for a degree.
  • Active Top Secret clearance (TS/SCI preferred)
  • Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570 certification.
  • Experience designing and supporting enterprise Windows environments.
  • Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, Windows Server administration, and enterprise infrastructure services.
  • Experience with Citrix technologies, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), or virtualized enterprise environments.
  • Experience supporting system engineering activities including requirements analysis, architecture development, integration, testing, and operational sustainment.
  • Experience performing security remediation, vulnerability management, and compliance-related activities.
  • Experience with AWS cloud services and hybrid cloud architectures.
  • Experience producing technical documentation, system diagrams, and engineering artifacts.
  • Experience utilizing collaboration and configuration management tools such as GitLab, Jira, and Confluence.