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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$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of electrified systems support. Lead a talented group to ensure customer satisfaction and mission readiness. Shape strategies, resolve complex issues, and dri...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $270K *

Play a key role in advancing cutting-edge AI/ML software development, leveraging extensive experience and technical expertise to deliver high-performance applications in a dynamic, collaborative envir...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $270K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering excellence. We seek a seasoned developer proficient in both UI/UX and back-end coding, eager to deliver innovative solutions in a dynamic environment...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to ensure technical excellence and guide innovative aerospace projects, while mentoring engineers and shaping design standards to meet customer expectations and strateg...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $270K *

Launch your career with a vital role as a mid-level software engineer tackling complex AI/ML projects in a secure environment, collaborating on innovative solutions within a dynamic team...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights in planetary astrophysics. Collaborate with teams to navigate challenges and support research efforts in solar system studies, exoplanet exploration, an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Unlock your potential in this dynamic role, building data architectures and enhancing mission-critical systems for military applications while collaborating closely with government stakeholders in an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $220K *

Lead the development of high-performance embedded flight software for diverse domains. Manage the complete software lifecycle applying a security-focused approach, while mentoring engineers and collab...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$189K - $240K *

Unlock potential by leading Aqueous Recovery and Analytical Chemistry operations. Collaborate to manage projects and teams in a complex environment, ensuring compliance and achieving programmatic goal...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $184K *

Lead the charge in the design, development, and integration of propulsion systems. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure comprehensive approaches for complex aerospace engineering challenges...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and implementing system solutions for Emergency Management, enhancing operational efficiency, training personnel, and liaising with key stakeholders to meet mission-criti...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$254K - $300K *

Join us to lead the execution machinery of the EW business line, overseeing technical and program management teams to deliver innovative solutions effectively and efficiently. Drive accountability and...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $98K *

Join our team to support the Mission Command Training Program by conducting in-depth analysis and providing operational insights, ensuring mission success through effective training and evaluation of...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $98K *

Join a team that's integral to Mission Command Training Program, providing critical analysis and support. Engage in dynamic operations that enhance warfighting capabilities and decision making. Your i...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Champion the integration of SIGINT data with geospatial analysis to support critical national security missions, leveraging advanced analytical skills and interdisciplinary knowledge to drive intellig...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$159K - $190K *

Make your mark at the forefront of aerospace engineering by selecting and qualifying materials and systems, enhancing testing methods, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-qual...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Serve as a Subject Matter Expert managing complex information systems supporting international SOF operations, facilitating data collection, analysis, and dissemination across multiple network domains...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Innovate and develop advanced PCB assemblies and electronic subsystems with a strong focus on design, validation, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment, ensuring quality and manufacturability...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $240K *

Accelerate your career by leading the architecture and development of advanced HIL simulation environments for high-reliability effector platforms, encompassing the full lifecycle from requirements sh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in capability requirements management, supporting NATO's transformation initiatives. Drive project successes through cross-functional coordination and stakeholder engagement, ensuring...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $250K *

Transform operations by partnering with the CPO to enhance alignment, drive execution, and foster measurable progress across teams. This pivotal role ensures strategic priorities are met through effec...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $200K *

Transform complex electronic systems by integrating, validating, and troubleshooting subsystems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable operations and compliance with performance s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Deliver comprehensive support for CASE-V systems, ensuring operational efficiency, troubleshooting, and customer training while enhancing system architectures through innovative integration and valida...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $260K *

Lead the design and integration of cutting-edge missile and UAV launcher systems. Own the entire mechanical design process from concept to deployment while collaborating across functions to drive tech...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Unlock innovative solutions as a mid to senior FPGA engineer, leading design and optimization of complex digital hardware systems. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance products impacting nationa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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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.