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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$161K - $241K *

Unlock potential by overseeing a diverse team of engineers to drive the design, development, and production of advanced sensor systems, ensuring adherence to quality, cost, and schedule requirements w...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$161K - $241K *

Elevate your career by leading a team of engineers in developing cutting-edge sensor systems. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement while managing technical projects and mentoring...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$137K - $193K *

Innovate the future of aerospace engineering by leading manufacturing processes for the Arc hypersonic vehicle. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality, efficiency, and safety in assembly while mento...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$137K - $193K *

Lead the charge in manufacturing engineering for cutting-edge hypersonic vehicles, integrating design and assembly processes to ensure efficient workflows and high-quality safety standards in the prod...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $150K *

Pioneer innovative aerospace environmental testing for hypersonic vehicles. Lead rigorous qualification and acceptance campaigns while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with subsystems to e...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $150K *

Lead the charge in conducting rigorous environmental testing for hypersonic reentry vehicles, ensuring they meet extreme operational standards while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $145K *

Accelerate the development of cutting-edge electronic warfare systems by leading modeling and simulation efforts, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering innovative solutions to enha...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Support cybersecurity modernization initiatives by analyzing, evaluating, and developing strategies for cryptographic systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance key management programs and ensu...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Contribute to a dynamic program control team, enhancing financial forecasts and decision-making for diverse development and production programs. This hybrid role supports personal growth through mento...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Partner with us to ensure top safety and compliance in aviation operations. Oversee airworthiness processes, collaborate with regulatory bodies, and enforce safety standards to maintain excellence in...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$149K - $200K *

Unlock your potential by integrating engine performance expertise, tackling complex issues, and shaping strategic initiatives in engine development and testing within a collaborative cross-functional...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $182K *

Shape advanced lidar and camera systems for spacecraft, working within a collaborative team to develop optical sensor technologies essential for lunar missions, from concept to deployment, ensuring hi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$269K - $376K *

Redefine verification strategies for cutting-edge ASICs in satellite communications, leading methodologies and teams to ensure robust evaluation of complex hardware systems for next-gen connectivity s...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$269K - $376K *

Shape the future of satellite communications by defining robust verification strategies for advanced ASICs, ensuring high-performance and reliability across complex systems. Drive innovation and lead...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$269K - $376K *

Champion the verification strategy for advanced ASICs in satellite communication systems. Lead complex verification processes ensuring reliable, high-performance solutions that enable global connectiv...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $140K *

Reimagine complex programming projects by leveraging MBSE, AI/ML, and advanced engineering skills to enhance systems supporting national defense while leading junior engineers and delivering effective...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Champion the design and development of innovative embedded systems in UAVs, driving enhanced performance through electrical schematics, circuit boards, and flight tuning. Collaborate in a dynamic engi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $90K *

Optimize tactical communication initiatives to enhance system capabilities, ensuring reliable performance in challenging environments. Play a pivotal role in the evaluation, troubleshooting, and docum...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$210K - $320K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced aircraft structures for autonomous systems. Oversee multidisciplinary teams to create innovative, manufacturable, and survivable solutions that support complex n...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to provide systems engineering expertise for tactical ground vehicle programs, ensuring effective requirements development, integration, and verification in support of...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's pivotal in developing munitions test strategies. Support advanced testing initiatives at a leading military test agency while leveraging your technical expertise and leadership skil...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $246K *

Drive the next generation of avionics development by overseeing circuit design and certification for critical aerospace systems in a collaborative, high-tech environment while ensuring compliance with...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $136K *

Drive high-impact program events and optimize business rhythms while overseeing project plans and stakeholder alignment to achieve strategic objectives in a dynamic program environment...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $129K *

Drive innovation in avionics systems as you develop and design cable and interconnects for cutting-edge missile programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure excellence in product integr...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $216K *

Advance aircraft design efficiency by integrating engineering processes, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance workflow, and resolving challenges across multiple sites. Leverage your technical ex...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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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.