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Job outlook for mission systems engineers in the United States
Are mission systems engineer jobs in demand?
Mission systems engineer job and salary trends over time
Mission systems engineer jobs over time
Mission systems engineer job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 59 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 98 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 152 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 525 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 511 | 0.00% |
Average mission systems engineer salary over time
Mission systems engineer salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $105,691 | $50.81 | +3.4% |
| 2025 | $102,208 | $49.14 | +2.3% |
| 2024 | $99,894 | $48.03 | +2.2% |
| 2023 | $97,715 | $46.98 | +0.7% |
| 2022 | $97,043 | $46.66 | +1.2% |
Mission systems engineer jobs by state
Most common states for mission systems engineers
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 484 | 70% |
| 2 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 2,815 | 33% |
| 3 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 1,815 | 30% |
| 4 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 1,287 | 23% |
| 5 | Vermont | 623,657 | 125 | 20% |
| 6 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 1,395 | 19% |
| 7 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 253 | 19% |
| 8 | Delaware | 961,939 | 186 | 19% |
| 9 | Alaska | 739,795 | 130 | 18% |
| 10 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 105 | 18% |
| 11 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,188 | 17% |
| 12 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 347 | 17% |
| 13 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 667 | 16% |
| 14 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 507 | 16% |
| 15 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 170 | 16% |
| 16 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 122 | 16% |
| 17 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 1,027 | 15% |
| 18 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 284 | 15% |
| 19 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 130 | 15% |
| 20 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 802 | 14% |
Most common cities for mission systems engineers
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seal Beach | 3 | 12% | $124,022 |
| 2 | Englewood | 2 | 6% | $90,236 |
| 3 | Littleton | 2 | 4% | $90,242 |
| 4 | Huntsville | 5 | 3% | $96,112 |
| 5 | Waco | 4 | 3% | $86,519 |
| 6 | Broomfield | 2 | 3% | $90,293 |
| 7 | Annapolis | 1 | 3% | $99,615 |
| 8 | Melbourne | 2 | 2% | $82,408 |
| 9 | Pasadena | 2 | 1% | $125,841 |
| 10 | Plano | 2 | 1% | $85,020 |
| 11 | Fort Worth | 4 | 0% | $85,673 |
| 12 | Albuquerque | 1 | 0% | $85,017 |
| 13 | Aurora | 1 | 0% | $90,157 |
| 14 | Boston | 1 | 0% | $98,585 |
Mission Systems Engineer job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of mission systems engineer experts
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
University of New Hampshire
Kennesaw State University
Dr. T.S. Kalkur
Department ChairUniversity of Colorado at Colorado Springs
Electrical and Computer Engineering Department
What experience really stands out on Mission Systems Engineer resumes?
Dr. T.S. Kalkur: Internship experience and tools used in design.
Marc Lessard
ProfessorUniversity of New Hampshire
Physics and Astronomy Department and Space Science Center
What experience really stands out on Mission Systems Engineer resumes?
Marc Lessard: Students who have been significantly involved in research projects have a distinct advantage over those who haven't. Those who began such work (which is typically paid) as sophomores or juniors often will have played a significant role in these real-world research efforts, which can be very different than what might be tackled as part of a capstone project.
Written and oral presentation skills are also essential!
What experience really stands out on Mission Systems Engineer resumes?
Adeel Khalid Ph.D.: It is the age of diversity. A graduate can stand out when their resume shows a broad portfolio of experiences. In addition to a solid academic record, students who demonstrate that they can take on challenging tasks and work beyond a degree's basic requirements are more likely to be successful. I advise students to get involved in various activities, including undergraduate research projects, student design competitions, student organizations, internships, co-ops, etc. All of these should be highlighted on the resume. When a recruiter sees an overview of a student that shows relevant work experience in the form of work-study, internships, or co-op or research, their resume automatically comes to the top of the pile.