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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$93K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative software solutions for defense industries, enhancing the development process while collaborating across engineering disciplines in a hybrid work en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead and develop a skilled team to ensure high-quality disassembly and inspection of gas turbines, focusing on operational efficiency and continuous improvement within a high-stakes manufacturing envi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Innovate within high-reliability environments by developing critical software for space-based computing systems. Collaborate across stacks to deliver low-latency flight software and mission-critical a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $161K *

Support efficient talent acquisition by coordinating interviews, managing scheduling logistics, and enhancing candidate experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline recruiting pr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$220K - $260K *

Shape the future of aerospace facilities by managing strategic operations, driving compliance, and developing high-reliability spaces to support rapid growth in manufacturing and mission operations, w...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $214K *

Drive Talent Acquisition excellence by leading a dynamic team through enthusiastic recruiting efforts, operational development, and strategic analytics to support organizational growth across diverse...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $214K *

Lead Talent Acquisition strategy, overseeing recruitment and operations to support rapid growth. Engage with executives to define hiring needs, optimize processes, and enhance candidate experience acr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Deliver innovative avionics solutions by designing, testing, and integrating cutting-edge electrical systems for space applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to exceed rigorous perfor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Contribute to the design and optimization of thermal management systems for spacecraft, focusing on analysis, testing, and integration of high-power components in extreme environments, ensuring reliab...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Join us in revolutionizing space exploration by designing propulsion fluid systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance spacecraft maneuverability and mission success through innovative fluid m...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $200K *

Lead the charge in innovative sourcing and procurement strategies that support critical hardware programs, ensuring timely material delivery and cost efficiency while driving supplier engagement in a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $93K *

Manage technical and operational support for Navy High Performance Computing, facilitating efficient user access and resource allocation while ensuring compliance in a secure environment for a diverse...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead project management efforts for USSOCOM, overseeing initiation, planning, and execution of projects to enhance capabilities in the SOCOM Information Environment while ensuring compliance with cont...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Drive impactful analysis and support for the defense industrial base, enhancing national security initiatives through strategic program execution, data-driven recommendations, and stakeholder engageme...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $120K *

Join a team that's advancing aviation by enhancing technical training programs. You'll elevate technician skills through hands-on instruction, ensuring our workforce meets the highest standards for th...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Champion innovative sonar systems by leading design, development, and testing for VA and COLUMBIA classes. Collaborate with diverse teams and customers to enhance capabilities and support the fleet th...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Engage as a Software Engineer to support full-lifecycle development for critical Army C5ISR systems. Contribute to prototyping, integration, and quality assurance activities to enhance mission readine...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $137K *

Oversee all project aspects for C4ISR ship installations, ensuring adherence to safety and productivity standards on naval ships. Lead a team, manage budgets, and enforce compliance on contracts to su...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $210K *

Execute transformative UAV systems through expert program management, leading cross-functional teams to enhance operational capabilities while ensuring budget adherence and technical excellence in a d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Drive the initiation, planning, execution, and closure of SOCOM projects, ensuring alignment with mission requirements, compliance with contract standards, and effective communication with stakeholder...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Advance your career by overseeing technical operations for complex shipboard radar systems. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot, maintain, and improve combat systems while managing schedules and fi...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $199K *

Make your mark at the forefront of RF technology by developing innovative software solutions for advanced RF/microwave systems that meet national security needs while collaborating with a diverse, hig...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead systems engineering efforts across multi-disciplinary domains, ensuring reliable solutions and meticulous evaluations for key government geospatial intelligence initiat...

5 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Contribute to the validation and integration of mission-critical software tools for Flight Safety systems, ensuring operational readiness and reliability. Collaborate with engineers and operators to e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of defense initiatives by leading operations to optimize resilience and efficiency across critical missions. Engage with teams to streamline processes and ensure effective resource ma...

5 days ago

  •   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.

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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.