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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$88K - $135K *

Lead the charge in quality management for aerospace manufacturing. Guide cross-functional teams, establish policies, and ensure compliance with QMS standards, enhancing product lifecycle management an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K *

Elevate security operations ensuring compliance with regulations for classified material handling, access control, and assessment within sensitive environments, supporting the Department of the Treasu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K *

Contribute to the physical security of classified spaces and operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards, while providing essential support and expertise in access control and perso...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $233K *

Advance your career by leading multi-disciplinary teams in developing space system architectures. Drive strategy, mentor talent, and collaborate across diverse programs to deliver impactful solutions...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $233K *

Transform the future of space systems architecture by leading strategic projects, driving innovation across a diverse program portfolio, and guiding cross-functional teams in addressing national secur...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $226K *

Join a team that's driving integration across the national space enterprise, leveraging engineering expertise to address complex challenges from concept to application in space and systems architectur...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $233K *

Transform space architecture solutions by leading cross-functional teams, directing complex projects, and fostering partnerships that drive innovative capabilities within the Aerospace sector. Shape i...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $175K *

Bring your expertise to the integration of aerospace capabilities, employing advanced simulation tools to optimize space architecture and inform national space enterprise strategies. Collaborate acros...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $226K *

Shape the future of space engineering by leading architecture studies, collaborating with diverse teams, and guiding impactful decisions in the space domain. Influence program design, and ensure align...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $175K *

Champion innovative design and optimization strategies in aerospace, employing advanced simulation tools to drive impactful space architecture assessments and analyses. Collaborate across teams, nurtu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $226K *

Empower the future of national security by leading systems engineering projects to ensure certification and operational readiness of launch systems, supporting critical missions and collaborating with...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead comprehensive systems engineering initiatives supporting the DoD acquisition lifecycle, ensuring efficient design, operation, and optimization of complex aerospace management systems critical for...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Support aviation safety by managing airworthiness programs, collaborating with stakeholders, and promoting compliance to enhance community safety and education in the aviation environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $180K *

Inspire a team of security professionals by providing leadership and strategic oversight of industrial security operations, ensuring compliance with government regulations, and fostering a culture of...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $136K *

Join an innovative team to enhance embedded systems through development and integration of Linux applications, device drivers, and bootloaders. Collaborate with engineers across disciplines to deliver...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to design and optimize scalable production systems for aerospace components, ensuring efficient flow and high-quality outcomes in satellite manufacturing from development to full-rate...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $113K *

Drive the development and execution of testing strategies to ensure product quality, enhancing military operational capabilities through comprehensive testing and collaboration in an Agile environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $229K *

Drive innovation by leading GNC system engineering efforts to enhance Vehicle Management System capabilities. Collaborate on agile practices to deliver quality solutions, ensuring project success from...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $137K *

Shape the future of innovative tech solutions by developing, integrating, and maintaining advanced tools that support cross-discipline engineering teams and mission-critical systems, while collaborati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of engineering by overseeing multidisciplinary activities, evaluating complex projects, and managing personnel to maximize operational efficiency while ensuring safety and compliance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in vulnerability research and cyber operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance tools and strategies in support of advanced Cyber Netwo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Unlock advanced military capabilities as a Senior Analyst focusing on Long Range Kill Chain strategies. Collaborate with USSF leadership to enhance space operations through innovative technology and o...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $124K *

Join a team that values expertise and craftsmanship as you lead advanced maintenance projects on King Air and turboprop aircraft, ensuring compliance and quality while mentoring junior technicians in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and deploying machine learning systems for optimizing VLF transmissions, utilizing your expertise in real-time systems, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhanc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Unlock potential by guiding clients through complex financial management challenges and enhancing operational efficiency in the national security sector. Collaborate with experts to transform processe...

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  •   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.