Advance Your Career with High-Paying Aerospace & Defense Jobs

Ladders brings you a plethora of opportunities in aerospace & defense that pay over $100,000. Our collection includes jobs ranging from aerospace engineers, defense contractors, project managers, and many more. We only host positions that meet our standards.

Aerospace

Aerospace offers a wide array of roles and responsibilities. This sector presents opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to important missions.

Defense

The defense sector is equally exciting, with roles involved in ensuring national security and working on innovative projects. Realize your potential in this indispensable industry.

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$166K - $220K *

Drive the strategic vision for test sites and infrastructure, managing lifecycle operations and ensuring resource allocation for ambitious growth in a high-regulation environment. Collaborate with lea...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$166K - $220K *

Empower your career by leading impactful technical programs, collaborating with engineers, and managing complex projects from concept to delivery. Drive innovation in autonomous systems and solid rock...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $147K *

Transform your engineering career by validating cutting-edge electro-optical subsystems. Collaborate across teams to define methodologies, optimize tests, and improve designs, ensuring exceptional per...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of air mobility operations by leveraging extensive experience in airlift and refueling. Collaborate with senior leaders to drive research initiatives and enhance operational efficienc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $118K *

Champion next-gen pilot-in-the-loop simulation software development for tactical aircraft. Collaborate with a close-knit team to enhance operational environments and validate requirements through high...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Optimize market intelligence functions by analyzing defense budgets, technology trends, and competitive landscapes. Synthesize insights to guide strategy and support cross-functional teams in shaping...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Analyze market conditions, defense budgets, and competitive landscapes to guide strategic decisions. Lead enterprise-wide intelligence initiatives supporting business development and cross-functional...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Contribute to mission-critical tactical communications by developing codeplug templates, analyzing data, and ensuring optimized operations for secure and resilient systems in a hybrid work environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative thermal material solutions by developing and testing advanced materials for electronics and aerospace applications, ensuring optimal heat management and product performance through...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving recruitment excellence, connecting top technical talent in defense and national security. Manage full-cycle recruiting, from sourcing to offer, in a fast-paced environment f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead critical tactical communications by developing codeplug templates, enhancing operational efficiency, and coordinating across teams to ensure secure, unified performance of our mission-critical sy...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Drive full-cycle recruiting for engineering and technical roles while connecting exceptional talent with impactful defense and national security missions. Manage candidate experiences and build divers...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $231K *

Lead the charge in overseeing F-35 maintenance and logistics operations, coordinating multi-company teams for sustainment efforts, ensuring mission readiness, and representing military interests to se...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $175K *

Unlock your potential by leading a team in driving material planning and fulfillment. Oversee inventory strategies and ensure seamless supply chain operations to support production and R&D needs acros...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Engage with suppliers and stakeholders to drive revenue growth in the aerospace sector. Lead negotiations, develop effective strategies, and leverage market insights to enhance partnerships and increa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing software for cutting-edge avionics network switches, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and requirements. Collaborate with remote teams to innovate and deliver hig...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Advance your career by delivering engineering expertise for aircraft systems, ensuring their reliability and compliance. Collaborate with teams to tackle technical issues and implement innovative solu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Help us support advanced propulsion systems for aerospace applications. In this role, you’ll utilize engineering principles to analyze and test components for launch vehicles, contributing to cutting...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $195K *

Manage and elevate comprehensive marketing strategies, lead a dynamic team, and ensure alignment with business development to drive growth and brand recognition through innovative campaigns across mul...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join our team as a Senior Electrical Engineer, where you will design and develop cutting-edge electronics systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products while ensuri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Drive machine learning innovation by designing, deploying, and maintaining scalable ML systems that enhance operational capabilities, collaborating across diverse teams to ensure mission success and s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Lead the charge in supporting U.S. SOF operations by coordinating with Partner Nations and enhancing international SOF capabilities through strategic planning and operational integration within a dyna...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $194K *

Join our team to design and develop embedded software for secure satellite communication systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance solutions that support critical...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $229K *

Innovate in real-time pilot-in-the-loop simulation software for tactical aircraft. Collaborate within a dynamic team to design, implement, and enhance software solutions that validate operational capa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Lead the charge in creating, testing, and integrating advanced subsystem solutions, ensuring alignment with customer needs while coordinating efforts across diverse teams and technologies in a dynamic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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    The Aerospace & Defense category offers jobs like aerospace engineers, defense contractors, project managers, and more. These jobs involve various roles, from designing aircraft and spacecraft to working on national security.

  • How much can I make in the Aerospace & Defense industry?question toggle

    Salaries in the Aerospace & Defense industry can vary widely based on the role and level of responsibility. However, all jobs listed on Ladders pay over $100,000 per year.

  • How can I advance my career in the Aerospace & Defense industry?question toggle

    There are many ways to advance your career in the Aerospace & Defense industry. Furthering education, gaining experience, and networking within the industry are all helpful strategies. A job in this industry can offer exciting challenges and worthwhile rewards.