Online Master of Science in Systems Engineering
Advance your career in engineering and STEM with technical and leadership skills that employers value. This is one of the few online programs of its kind in the nation, designed to prepare you for high-demand roles across industries.
What Makes an Online Master of Science Systems Engineering Worth It?
As digital infrastructure and new technologies like AI, IoT and blockchain grow, so does the need for skilled professionals.
With systems engineering jobs expected to grow 21% over the next decade (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), the Online Master of Science in Systems Engineering prepares you for high-demand careers, equipping you with the expertise to lead across a wide range of industries, including aerospace, healthcare, cybersecurity, automotive, software and telecommunications.
This degree was created to provide skills to industry partners like Lockheed Martin and Department of Defense contractors. When you graduate, you’ll have key real-world skills as well as the ability to apply new engineering models to environments that are constantly changing.
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree to qualify for admission to this master’s program.
Why Choose UTEP?
100% Online – Designed for Working Professionals
- Complete in as few as two years
- Ideal for engineers and STEM professionals seeking leadership roles
- Curriculum aligns with the Systems Engineering Handbook (INCOSE)
- Tuition: $782/credit hour (in-state and out-of-state)
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“I sought the degree for the critical thinking and design skills, but the focus on requirements and communicating with stakeholders is something I was immediately able to apply to my position as a project manager.”
Alex Martin
Student, Master of science in Systems Engineering
In-Demand and Well-Paid: Typical Roles for Graduates
Systems engineers are in high demand across multiple industries, with salaries ranging from $90,000 to over $150,000 annually.
Graduates of UTEP’s Master of Science in Systems Engineering are highly qualified for leadership roles that demand strategic problem-solving and cross-disciplinary expertise.
📌 Systems Engineer – $90K–$140K
Develops and oversees system designs for industries like aerospace, healthcare and IT.
📌 Chief Systems Engineer – $120K–$160K
Leads system development and integration for large-scale projects.
📌 Product Architect – $100K–$150K
Designs and optimizes technical products for software, automotive and manufacturing sectors.
📌 Mission Systems Engineer – $110K–$155K
Specializes in aerospace and defense projects, including NASA and private space exploration.
📌 Technical Director – $130K–$180K
Oversees engineering strategies and technical teams across industries.
📌 Project Director / Project Manager – $100K–$140K
Manages engineering projects and cross-functional teams.
📌 Systems Architect – $105K–$150K
Develops scalable system solutions for IT, telecommunications and defense sectors.
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