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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$95K - $149K *

Solve complex structural challenges in naval environments by leveraging your mechanical engineering expertise to develop and validate systems for submarine communication, ensuring mission readiness...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $213K *

Lead the development of digital standards for airworthiness, integrating data strategies and regulatory compliance while collaborating with industry groups to enhance data management for aviation proj...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $115K *

Grow your career by engaging in innovative electrical engineering projects, supporting the design and analysis of complex systems for launch vehicles. Collaborate in a dynamic team, contributing to cr...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $209K *

Lead a cybersecurity team to ensure compliance and manage security assessments. Drive mentorship, training, and development while overseeing processes that support security accreditation and risk miti...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $203K *

Champion the F-22 sustainment portfolio, leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely engineering execution, budget adherence, and compliance with rigorous standards. Engage with stakeholders to dr...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $139K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in composite materials engineering for aerospace, focusing on materials development, failure analysis, and ensuring production efficiency while collaborating with diverse...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $203K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with design teams, optimizing trajectories, and leading interdisciplinary analyses to influence vehicle design and mission execution. Drive impactful programmati...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $243K *

Shape the future of intelligence analysis by leveraging insights to develop actionable exploitation plans, collaborating with a skilled team, and enhancing mission objectives through deep analytical t...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $141K *

Join a team that's transforming development processes through automation in a multi-cloud Kubernetes environment. Collaborate with experts to enhance DevSecOps, optimize pipelines, and support innovat...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Empower mission success by providing expert technical support for a complex airborne electronic warfare system. Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot and maintain critical components, enhancing c...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge EVA spacesuit systems, ensuring rigorous testing and integration. Collaborate across teams to mentor junior engineers and contribute to strategic planning for adv...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join our team to develop and maintain advanced thermal models, perform analyses for spacecraft systems, and collaborate with diverse engineering teams to optimize thermal performance throughout the mi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Drive strategic sales initiatives in aerospace manufacturing and repair, fostering strong relationships with clients. Collaborate across teams to maximize growth and customer satisfaction, balancing t...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

The Systems Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, integration, and maintenance of complex defense systems within the Defense Industry. This role requires collaboration with cross-f...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to manage critical H-1 helicopter maintenance programs. Oversee project deliverables, budget planning, and compliance while interfacing with government authorities to ensure operat...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$194K - $271K *

Transform the future of space travel by driving thermal and fluid system design for innovative launch vehicles. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure performance excellence from concept through...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead and manage a diverse team to ensure compliance and delivery of H-1 helicopter maintenance programs, interfacing with government authorities to achieve program goals within budget and timelines...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Champion the modernization of a Java application by developing RESTful APIs and cloud-native solutions within an Agile team. Collaborate on microservices architecture and containerization to enhance s...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $161K *

Advance procurement excellence by sourcing high-quality goods for New Glenn Avionics. Lead vendor negotiations and manage supplier relationships in a dynamic environment to support production ramp-up...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $161K *

Help us streamline procurement by sourcing quality avionics components, managing supplier relations, and negotiating contracts to support New Glenn Avionics' production goals in a fast-paced and dynam...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $266K *

Engineer innovative thermal and fluid systems for a transformative heavy-lift launch vehicle. Drive performance analysis and documentation across all work phases, ensuring safe human spaceflight throu...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $194K *

Drive systems engineering initiatives within the DAF Battle Network to enhance mission integration, develop technical solutions, and ensure delivery of capabilities across the acquisition lifecycle fo...

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $271K *

Join a passionate team to oversee thermal and fluid system design for advanced spaceflight systems. Your expertise in analysis and modeling will contribute to the development and operations of a cutti...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your financial expertise to analyze costs, support budgeting efforts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment focused on impactful Army acqu...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $145K *

Innovate within the Air Mission Integration Team by supporting systems engineering across the DoD acquisition lifecycle, helping to ensure optimal operational capability and decision advantage for mul...

6 days ago

  •   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.

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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.