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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$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of program management. Lead strategic initiatives, engage with government stakeholders, and drive successful execution of contracts while managing diverse teams and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Drive your career forward by engaging in advanced counterintelligence efforts, assessing foreign intelligence operations, and contributing to national security strategies across various locations. Mak...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join us to lead and execute counterintelligence strategies, collaborating with U.S. officials to enhance national security. Utilize your expertise to analyze foreign intelligence threats and develop i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a role focused on developing processes for large-scale aluminum structures, optimizing manufacturing and weld performance while mentoring engineers and collaborating with diverse...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $93K *

Transform supply chain performance by driving supplier recovery and NPI procurement efforts. This role demands proactive engagement with suppliers to address critical delivery issues while ensuring pr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance business development through CRM implementation, data migration, and continuous process improvement, ensuring optimal usage and standardization of client interactions ac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in providing comprehensive Cyberspace IT support for the Air Force, delivering expertise in Cyber Weapons Systems across multiple domains while managing projects and enhancing operatio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $120K *

Take ownership of quality assurance management, ensuring program successes and compliance with standards. Drive process improvements, audits, and customer feedback to deliver measurable outcomes and e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $135K *

Join a team that's pivotal in developing and sustaining critical air defense systems, collaborating with government leaders to navigate complex acquisition processes and ensure timely delivery of capa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Deliver insights by analyzing Defense Appropriations Bill impacts while enhancing relationships with Congress. Leverage expertise in legislative affairs to support effective communication and program...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by leading acquisition and integration efforts for advanced space system capabilities. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely, compliant, and effective solution...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring safety in hazardous operations. Oversee launch contractor procedures, enforce compliance with safety standards, and mentor safety professionals at missile proc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's responsible for ensuring operational readiness of Wideband SATCOM. Monitor systems, troubleshoot, and support a critical mission environment, collaborating with military operations...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Optimize cybersecurity practices by overseeing essential security operations, supporting system integrity, and ensuring compliance with DoD and Air Force cybersecurity policies at Wright-Patterson AFB...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Engage in a vital role as a THAAD System Technical Trainer, enhancing missile defense operations by educating personnel on complex systems and protocols. Contribute to mission success through expert i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in tooling inspection management, ensuring compliance and quality in aerospace manufacturing. Oversee inspection teams, improve processes, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Transform production efficiency by overseeing the Master Production Schedule, ensuring timely delivery while collaborating across teams and mentoring junior members to optimize hardware builds and res...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $167K *

Launch your career as a Lead System Administrator, guiding a team in managing complex IT environments. Drive efficiency through automation and ensure robust security practices while collaborating with...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $88K *

Join a team that's crucial to aeronautical testing; the role involves calibrating and repairing various measurement instruments supporting U.S. Air Force operations, ensuring precision in test results...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $93K *

Join a team that drives effective operations and maintenance of advanced test equipment. Ensure reliable functioning of facilities, perform electrical duties, and lead technical tasks while obtaining...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $93K *

Help us deliver critical technical and mechanical support in testing and operations, ensuring efficient plant equipment performance and safety. Your expertise will drive successful test operations whi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $88K *

Join a team that's focused on calibrating and repairing critical instruments for aeronautical tests. Contribute to operational excellence in test operations and sustainment, supporting vital missions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $140K *

Lead the charge in developing and implementing advanced control systems for aerospace test facilities, ensuring adherence to customer specifications and quality standards while collaborating with mult...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $94K *

Support dynamic vehicle testing initiatives by executing tests, analyzing results, and preparing detailed reports to ensure safety and performance standards at every stage of development...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by bridging technical analysis and advanced systems engineering to ensure robust, multi-level secure networks. Collaborate with DARPA leaders and researchers to transform innovative c...

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  •   5 - 7 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.

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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.