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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$131K - $237K *

Drive innovation by leading database engineering efforts in complex enterprise environments. Collaborate with Agile teams to ensure system reliability, performance, and security, while supporting the...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $125K *

Transform software testing processes by developing innovative frameworks and automating tests for tactical systems. Collaborate with an agile team to ensure quality and integration across various miss...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of AI initiatives as a technical architect and solution designer, driving strategy, data modeling, and solution design from proof-of-concept to production in a collaborative environment...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions by driving technical strategy and architecture. Lead complex data modeling and system integration from proof of concept to deployment, collaborating with stakeholders t...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and strategy for advanced AI solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate complex business needs into innovative, production-ready systems and drive va...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Transform the future of AI by leading innovative solution designs and technical strategies for advanced analytics, ensuring seamless integration and collaboration across teams to deliver impactful AI...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Strategize and oversee complex project management in aeronautical manufacturing. Drive technological excellence and manage feasibility, budgets, risk, and communications across various project phases...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Elevate customer engagement by leading the Customer Experience Team to deliver seamless, bespoke interactions for aircraft customers, driving strategic initiatives, governance, and quality improvement...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Empower innovative mechanical engineering solutions for advanced flight and ground vehicle training simulators, working collaboratively across disciplines to design and integrate complex systems that...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Design and implement manufacturing processes for new aerospace products, collaborating across teams to ensure product milestone achievements and production readiness. Support product lifecycle from de...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Redefine security management by overseeing compliance, maintaining classified documents, and leading security briefings. Collaborate with teams to enhance policies while actively participating in audi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $90K *

Join us to lead a skilled inspection team in the machine shop, ensuring all aerospace parts meet strict quality standards and safety regulations while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Unlock potential by supervising site protection operations, leading a dedicated security response team, and ensuring compliance while enhancing safety across facilities. Engage with stakeholders to fo...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Transform quality assurance processes by collaborating with cross-functional teams to assure compliance, enhance product standards, and support manufacturing operations in a fast-paced aerospace envir...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Drive excellence by leading safety programs and ensuring compliance for missile systems. Utilize advanced project management skills to integrate safety within projects, mentor engineers, and collabora...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Drive the future of program scheduling by ensuring the Integrated Master Schedule's integrity and quality, enabling effective management decisions across projects while collaborating with technical an...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Join the team and take ownership of integrated logistics support for IT projects. Drive asset management, lifecycle planning, and material acquisition while ensuring accountability for organizational...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $112K *

Shape enterprise IT infrastructure for the DOD by administering systems, enhancing security, and ensuring optimal network performance while collaborating in a dynamic team environment to achieve missi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $165K *

Lead and innovate within a dynamic team, managing safety and effectiveness in engineering testing. Drive product development support and ensure compliance with evolving aerospace and defense regulatio...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $225K *

Pioneer market-driven strategies to fuel growth in the Aerospace & Defense sector, leading initiatives across market intelligence, strategic planning, and commercialization, while driving collaboratio...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $97K *

Shape impactful training programs for sailors by leveraging your expertise in Aegis Combat Systems and Combat Systems Operations. Join a mission-driven team where your contributions enhance tactical t...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's optimizing structural models and conducting advanced analyses to ensure compliance and performance across mechanical systems, while mentoring junior engineers and enhancing innovati...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead complex aircraft projects, ensuring technical oversight, budget management, and compliance with aviation standards while collaborating with stakeholders and maintaining operational efficiency thr...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $85K *

Transform the learning landscape for aspiring aviation maintenance professionals by delivering hands-on instruction and mentoring, ensuring they gain essential skills and knowledge in aircraft systems...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $132K *

Manage and optimize all targeting databases to ensure precision targeting and intelligence support. Collaborate with mission partners and serve as the liaison for MIDB and MARS to enhance operational...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.