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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$85K - $150K *

Shape the future of security operations by overseeing contractor security and compliance, safeguarding classified information, and developing innovative solutions within a dynamic, fast-paced environm...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $123K *

Elevate your career by harnessing advanced stress analysis techniques and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure structural integrity and safety through the development of high-fidelity f...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $134K *

Engage in prototyping and integrating advanced AI/ML applications, collaborating across teams to pioneer cutting-edge Combat Identification solutions in the defense space, leveraging modern programmin...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $247K *

Shape the future of mobility by developing groundbreaking algorithms for autonomous vehicles, ensuring seamless and safe navigation through complex environments. Tackle exciting challenges in motion p...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $150K *

Join our team as a Structures Design Engineer, where you'll create and refine crucial structural designs for aircraft. You'll collaborate with Integrated Product Teams to develop innovative solutions...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $226K *

Lead the charge in driving the integration of ESM for Orion missions. Collaborate with international partners, resolve technical anomalies, and ensure compliance while managing production and testing...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $236K *

Take ownership of production efforts in Maritime Electronic Warfare, leading all aspects of the SEWIP programs. Ensure timely contract delivery through strategic resource planning, risk management, an...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Elevate cybersecurity in a multidisciplinary research environment by implementing robust controls, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with DoD and NIST standards while collaborating...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $140K *

Elevate manufacturing processes by implementing lean improvements to optimize precision machining efficiency and productivity. Collaborate within the Manufacturing Engineering team to innovate and ref...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $147K *

Elevate your career by driving cutting-edge R&D in power electronics for semiconductor tools. Collaborate with teams to design, validate, and analyze high-performance systems, ensuring their success i...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Empower the future of naval technology by leading the development and maintenance of essential submarine logistics technical data, ensuring quality and compliance to enhance operational capability for...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's integral to supporting the modernization and maintenance of submarine reactor plants, tackling diverse technical challenges while ensuring mission readiness and project excellence i...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining and optimizing critical IT systems aboard submarines. This technical role ensures robust and secure operations while enhancing cyber defense protocols and s...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $282K *

Transform technical solutions for Air Force proposals by leveraging deep IT knowledge, fostering operational credibility, and architecting strategic architectures across multiple domains. Collaborate...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced ISR technology integration and geospatial intelligence engineering. Drive innovation in systems engineering support to enhance Air Force capabilities, utilizing yo...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of CWMD by providing research, analysis, and support to advance critical guidance and operational effectiveness within a defense-focused environment. Collaborate on significant projec...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Assess and lead resource management efforts for Army Treaty Compliance, ensuring effective funding and compliance through expert analysis and strategic guidance across military and defense operations...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading program management initiatives that support critical defense operations while ensuring high performance and innovative solutions. Serve as a key liaison and enhance miss...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to analyzing and supporting U.S. Army CWMD initiatives. Contribute to data management, research, and strategic assessments while collaborating with military leadership to...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Develop robust cybersecurity solutions that integrate seamlessly across systems, while collaborating with agile teams to enhance embedded software functionalities and optimize security protocols in ne...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Champion secure and innovative software solutions in a dynamic team that impacts global technology and cybersecurity standards, collaborating on development, automation, and testing of embedded system...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Explore advanced unmanned aircraft systems as you lead mission architecture development, bridging operational needs with engineering design to ensure mission success across complex environments. Colla...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $178K *

Advance national security initiatives as a Program Security Officer, leading the execution of security disciplines to protect sensitive information and personnel while managing complex security projec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Analyze and optimize thermal-fluid systems for spaceflight applications, leading design and integration efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system reliability and performance un...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Lead a dynamic engineering organization to enhance performance, affordability, and innovation across diverse sectors. Champion strategic initiatives, promote collaboration, and drive the adoption of c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.