Remote Systems Engineer Manager Jobs
Remote systems engineer manager jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first companies and distributed engineering teams in sectors like defense, cloud infrastructure, telecommunications, and enterprise software. Employers hiring remote systems engineer managers right now include Sargent & Lundy, Arcfield, and Nutanix. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Standard Job Description
What We're Doing
Join Lockheed Martin's AIR6500 team and help develop a world-class Joint Air Battle Management System for the Australian Defence Force.
AIR6500 is an advanced, sovereign defense capability that integrates Australia's air and missile defense systems across multiple domains, providing a unified view of the battlespace to detect, track, and counter emerging threats. Developed by Lockheed Martin Australia and supported by the Enterprise Command and Control (EMC2) team, AIR6500 strengthens Australia's national security and interoperability with allied forces throughout the Indo-Pacific region.
The Work
We're seeking an experienced Software Engineer to help design, develop, and integrate mission-critical capabilities supporting AIR6500.
Working in a collaborative Agile environment, you'll partner with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver innovative software solutions, integrate complex command and control systems, and support the development of advanced air battle management capabilities for an international customer.
Key Responsbilities
Design, develop, integrate, and test software solutions supporting real-time command and control capabilities.
Contribute throughout the Software Development Lifecycle, from requirements analysis and design through implementation, integration, and verification.
Develop and maintain Java-based applications, web services, and supporting software components.
Leverage Agile methodologies, GitLab, and CI/CD pipelines to improve software quality and delivery efficiency.
Collaborate with systems, software, integration, and test teams to resolve complex technical challenges.
Support integration of software applications across distributed, mission-critical systems.
Participate in technical reviews, communicate engineering progress, and partner with stakeholders to ensure successful program execution.
Basic Qualifications
- Must have CompTIA Security + Certification
- Must have an active TS Clearance
- Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation communication skills with internal teams, senior leaders, and external customers.
- Full Software Development Lifecycle with experience leveraging Agile methodologies
- Proven ability to work with large, multidisciplinary teams, prioritize competing requirements.
- Demonstrated hands‑on integration and test of large software systems experience
- Understanding and experience in integration of complex command and control systems for real time systems
Desired Skills
- Experience with working in multi-discipline teams and collaboration across a virtual environment
- Experience in System Software and Hardware Integration
Pay Information
GeoZone Definition: GeoZones are geographic groupings created by Lockheed Martin to align compensation ranges with regional labor markets and cost-of-labor differences across the United States. Locations are assigned a Geo Zone based on the primary work location of the role.
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Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 1): $131100.00 - $243500.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Sunnyvale CA; Pal Alto, CA; New York City metropolitan area; Newark, New Jersey; etc.
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Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 2): $118000.00 - $219100.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Denver, CO; King of Prussia, PA; Stratford, CT; Moorestown, NJ; etc.
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Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 3): $104900.00 - $194700.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Dallas–Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Grand Prairie, TX; Marietta, GA; etc.
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Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 4): $94400.00 - $175200.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Camden, AR; Lexington, KY; Lufkin, TX; etc.
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.
Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
Standard Job Description
What We're Doing
Join Lockheed Martin's AIR6500 team and help develop a world-class Joint Air Battle Management System for the Australian Defence Force.
AIR6500 is an advanced, sovereign defense capability that integrates Australia's air and missile defense systems across multiple domains, providing a unified view of the battlespace to detect, track, and counter emerging threats. Developed by Lockheed Martin Australia and supported by the Enterprise Command and Control (EMC2) team, AIR6500 strengthens Australia's national security and interoperability with allied forces throughout the Indo-Pacific region.
The Work
We're seeking an experienced Software Engineer to help design, develop, and integrate mission-critical capabilities supporting AIR6500.
Working in a collaborative Agile environment, you'll partner with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver innovative software solutions, integrate complex command and control systems, and support the development of advanced air battle management capabilities for an international customer.
Key Responsbilities
Design, develop, integrate, and test software solutions supporting real-time command and control capabilities.
Contribute throughout the Software Development Lifecycle, from requirements analysis and design through implementation, integration, and verification.
Develop and maintain Java-based applications, web services, and supporting software components.
Leverage Agile methodologies, GitLab, and CI/CD pipelines to improve software quality and delivery efficiency.
Collaborate with systems, software, integration, and test teams to resolve complex technical challenges.
Support integration of software applications across distributed, mission-critical systems.
Participate in technical reviews, communicate engineering progress, and partner with stakeholders to ensure successful program execution.
Basic Qualifications
- Must have CompTIA Security + Certification
- Must have an active TS Clearance
- Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation communication skills with internal teams, senior leaders, and external customers.
- Full Software Development Lifecycle with experience leveraging Agile methodologies
- Proven ability to work with large, multidisciplinary teams, prioritize competing requirements.
- Demonstrated hands‑on integration and test of large software systems experience
- Understanding and experience in integration of complex command and control systems for real time systems
Desired Skills
- Experience with working in multi-discipline teams and collaboration across a virtual environment
- Experience in System Software and Hardware Integration
Pay Information
GeoZone Definition: GeoZones are geographic groupings created by Lockheed Martin to align compensation ranges with regional labor markets and cost-of-labor differences across the United States. Locations are assigned a Geo Zone based on the primary work location of the role.
-
Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 1): $131100.00 - $243500.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Sunnyvale CA; Pal Alto, CA; New York City metropolitan area; Newark, New Jersey; etc.
-
Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 2): $118000.00 - $219100.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Denver, CO; King of Prussia, PA; Stratford, CT; Moorestown, NJ; etc.
-
Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 3): $104900.00 - $194700.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Dallas–Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Grand Prairie, TX; Marietta, GA; etc.
-
Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 4): $94400.00 - $175200.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Camden, AR; Lexington, KY; Lufkin, TX; etc.
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.
Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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Who's Hiring
- Sargent & Lundy24
- Arcfield13
- Nutanix12
- Kastle Systems12
- Lockheed Martin11
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software27
- Electronics & Hardware12
- Construction & Real Estate8
- Manufacturing6
- Cybersecurity3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote systems engineer manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical field
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional engineering teams through full system lifecycle
- Proficiency with model-based systems engineering tools such as DOORS, Cameo, or equivalent
- Active or current DoD security clearance preferred for defense and government contractor roles
- Experience with requirements management, verification and validation, and configuration control
- Familiarity with Agile, SAFe, or hybrid development frameworks applied to complex systems programs
Tips for Your Remote Systems Engineer Manager Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote systems engineer manager openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through listings that aren't actually remote.
Show your async leadership style upfront
Remote hiring managers want to see how you lead distributed teams before you get to the interview. Document specific examples of running architecture reviews, incident response, or program milestones asynchronously, and surface those in your resume and cover letter.
Highlight your remote tooling experience explicitly
Don't assume employers will infer remote readiness from your title. Name the tools you use to manage distributed systems engineering work, including project tracking, documentation, and monitoring platforms, so remote teams can immediately recognize your fit.
Prepare for the remote leadership interview
Remote systems engineer manager interviews consistently test how you handle cross-team coordination without in-person escalation. Prepare concrete examples of resolving technical conflicts, aligning stakeholders, and keeping distributed engineering programs on schedule when you can't walk down the hall.
Remote Systems Engineer Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote systems engineer manager job?
Target companies that have already built distributed engineering teams, since they have established workflows for managing systems engineers without co-location. Remote employers screen for strong written communication, documented leadership of cross-functional technical efforts, and the ability to run incident response and architecture reviews asynchronously. Proficiency with collaboration tools like Jira, Confluence, and Slack, combined with a history of delivering systems programs independently, gives candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote systems engineer managers?
Companies hiring remote systems engineer managers right now include Sargent & Lundy, Arcfield, and Nutanix, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote roles in this field tend to concentrate at remote-first technology firms, defense and aerospace contractors with distributed program offices, and large enterprise software companies running geographically dispersed engineering organizations.
Can you get a remote systems engineer manager job with no experience?
Yes, but remote systems engineer manager roles are harder to land without experience because you're expected to lead technical teams and resolve complex issues independently from day one. Entry paths include leading systems projects as a senior individual contributor at remote-first companies, managing smaller distributed engineering pods, or transitioning from a senior systems engineer role where you already own cross-team coordination and can demonstrate that ownership clearly in your application.
Do you need a degree for remote systems engineer manager jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh demonstrated systems engineering experience, certifications like INCOSE CSEP or relevant cloud credentials, and a portfolio of delivered programs alongside or instead of a formal degree. What matters most is showing you can manage technical complexity and lead remote engineering teams without direct oversight, which experience and results communicate more directly than credentials alone.
Which industries hire the most remote systems engineer managers?
Remote systems engineer manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely heavily on distributed systems engineering teams that require hands-on remote leadership to coordinate architecture, integration, and delivery across multiple sites and time zones.
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