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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$120K - $150K *

Join an innovative aerospace team to design high-availability networks for autonomous aircraft operations, collaborating across disciplines to ensure safety and efficiency in Urban Air Mobility enviro...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $176K *

Lead the development and implementation of high explosives models in advanced multi-physics codes, collaborating across disciplines in computational physics to enhance simulations and algorithms for m...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Transform aircraft reliability by leading data analysis, investigations, and maintenance improvement initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and ensure optimal operational ca...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Drive innovative technical solutions within a Special Operations Force, guiding operations planning and integration while collaborating closely with senior military and intelligence community leaders...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and integrating advanced technical solutions for military operations, guiding strategic planning and managing a diverse team in a high-stakes, collaborative environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Pioneer advancements in long-range precision strike capabilities, leading efforts in missile development and acquisition. Oversee multi-billion dollar programs, ensuring alignment with Army modernizat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage on-call deployments and provide expert support for xCell systems in U.S. INDOPACOM operations. Deliver training and troubleshoot issues while building relationships w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Empower your career by overseeing Nuclear Criticality Safety engineering initiatives, ensuring compliance and quality while fostering team development and collaboration with stakeholders in a dynamic...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $104K *

Drive the implementation of robust COMSEC safeguards and support critical missions through effective configuration management and cryptographic asset oversight, ensuring security and compliance in a c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Join our agile team to develop and maintain software solutions for mission-critical defense systems, ensuring the Aegis Weapons System evolves effectively through collaboration and specialized enginee...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as a technical lead in security data integration. Collaborate closely with clients to optimize logging architectures and ensure seamless SIEM implementations, while mentoring jun...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's integral to cybersecurity, overseeing SIEM integrations and optimizing security data for defense projects. Utilize your expertise to mentor others, enhance operational security, and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $113K *

Solve complex challenges by executing rigorous testing and validation of missile defense software. Collaborate within a fast-paced team to enhance simulation capabilities and ensure delivery of top-qu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $262K *

Execute advanced engineering solutions to enhance manufacturing efficiency and productivity. Lead critical initiatives in facility planning, resource allocation, and technical mentorship while driving...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $134K *

Join a dynamic team as you develop innovative material processes for large-scale aerospace and ground control systems, driving excellence in engineering and manufacturing through comprehensive strateg...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $219K *

Join a team that supports the Maritime/Land Systems & Sensors division, leading supplier management for cost, schedule, and performance. Drive mission success while collaborating across functions to s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $167K *

Champion quality assurance initiatives by leveraging supplier data to enhance monitoring, onboarding, and continuous improvement within aerospace industry standards, ensuring compliance and strategic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $208K *

Shape the future of defense systems by leading cross-functional teams in technical excellence. Drive supplier alignment and ensure quality integration to support key programs with a focus on continual...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Empower our security initiatives by leading collateral administration, incident response, classification management, and compliance assessments. Drive success across multiple programs, ensuring robust...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $150K *

Join our team to ensure the highest quality standards for space flight hardware. You'll execute quality assurance inspections, maintain certifications, and apply ISO9001 standards throughout fabricati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $150K *

Empower the success of defense program management by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining strong client relationships for program execution and oversig...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $185K *

Lead the charge in providing technical leadership for software development within secure data exchange systems. Guide junior engineers, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure the delivery of reliab...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining our dynamic team to design and deploy AI-enhanced GIS solutions. Collaborate in delivering impactful software while advancing your skills in a fast-paced, classified env...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive strategic defense programs, ensuring alignment with company objectives and successful delivery on time and within budget while leading collaborative efforts across internal te...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Shape the future of satellite technology by leading SAR system engineering from design through launch. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams and drive project milestones to deliver innovative spac...

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  •   5 - 7 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.