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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$130K - $270K *

Transform software engineering practices through collaboration and innovation. Engage in complex projects while leveraging your expertise in Python, AWS, and Agile methods to drive results and enhance...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $270K *

Join a team that's committed to quality assurance excellence by creating and executing comprehensive test plans, while utilizing automated testing tools to enhance software reliability and performance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock innovation as a pivotal Process Engineer, supporting agile development projects by enhancing processes for a large-scale multi-organization program. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive succ...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $100K *

Empower innovation by leveraging extensive Surface Navy experience and mastering advanced simulation systems to drive development and execution of high-stakes training scenarios and role-playing exerc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $117K *

Champion your career as an Aircraft Systems Engineer, ensuring technical accuracy and reliability across aircraft systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop engineering documentation, a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $150K *

Support the testing and development of aircraft systems, ensuring robust quality and integration across various sub-systems while managing test equipment projects and creating comprehensive procedures...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering execution, fostering collaboration, and enhancing processes to ensure clarity and efficiency across departments. Drive project success through effective communi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Partner with us to lead logistics efforts for complex aerial and naval systems. You’ll provide expert guidance to ensure effective support across multiple platforms, enhancing readiness and operationa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $297K *

Innovate your career by leading transformational digital strategies within the Intelligence Community, driving business growth and fostering key partnerships while overseeing technology solutions and...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $217K *

Drive cybersecurity innovation by leading and guiding a team of engineers to develop robust security measures for classified systems, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while enhancing ove...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $192K *

Champion the integration and verification of missile systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with strategic defense requirements. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance proce...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Advance safety strategies for integrated avionics systems, conducting hazard analyses and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Collaborate across teams to enhance product safety and reliabil...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$147K - $255K *

Transform data into actionable insights to advance Data Analytics in Manufacturing Engineering. Collaborate with leadership to integrate AI solutions and enhance production operations, reporting on im...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Transform avionics development by leading systems integration, validation, and monitoring applications on the Next Generation Avionics Platform while ensuring compliance and innovative solutions...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $244K *

Transform radar system design and execution through collaboration, analysis, and innovative architecture. Drive high-performance AESA radar implementation and ensure mission success across multidiscip...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $180K *

Join our dynamic team to enhance industrial security and oversee compliance across classified facilities. Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to promote security best practices, support incident re...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$164K - $289K *

Unlock potential by leading systems architecture design for diverse programs. Collaborate across teams, driving innovation in platform integration and model-based engineering to optimize processes and...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Drive the development and integration of cutting-edge display applications for the Next Generation Avionics Platform, ensuring software meets stringent safety standards and performs effectively in saf...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $176K *

Drive impactful client engagements in regulatory compliance and operations. Lead teams to enhance efficiency and profitability for clients in government contracting, leveraging strong technical expert...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with global export/import regulations while enhancing our trade program through innovation, training, and risk management. Shape the future of i...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's redefining aircraft avionics integration. Lead complex projects to enhance aircraft capabilities, ensuring compliance with industry standards while providing expert guidance in a co...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $210K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of aerospace! Lead, mentor, and drive innovative flight software engineering projects while guiding a talented team through the complete spacecraft lifecycle and...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in expanding business development within Defense sectors, focusing on key U.S. Air Force C3BM and C2ISR markets. Drive strategic growth, cultivate relationships, and capture new opport...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $190K *

Unlock potential by advancing modeling and simulation efforts to analyze operational performance. Collaborate with teams to deliver critical insights for defense, national security, and commercial pro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$220K - $297K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading the design and implementation of mission-critical satellite test infrastructures while managing a diverse group of 20+ professionals across engineering and...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.

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    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.

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    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.