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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$97K *

Engineer complex aircraft systems for optimal functionality and safety. Oversee inspections, repairs, and maintenance processes to ensure operational excellence. Collaborate with diverse teams to enha...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with the embedded software team to develop and enhance testing protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards and contributing to cutting-edge software soluti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $114K *

Champion logistics solutions by coordinating hardware and personnel movement across diverse environments. Embrace the unpredictable, driving seamless service delivery while enhancing operational capab...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced embedded hardware for diverse environments. This role involves overseeing intricate digital board designs, providing technical mentorship, and collaborating acro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Transform complex digital board-level development for rugged, high-reliability embedded hardware. Lead design, verification, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to enhance solutions for national secu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $92K *

Drive supplier development initiatives in aerospace, enhancing supplier capabilities while ensuring compliance. Collaborate across teams to support production readiness and performance, fostering cont...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Accelerate the development of cutting-edge aerospace systems by providing technical expertise in aircraft communications, navigation, and secure communication configurations, ensuring optimal avionics...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Partner with us to manage critical contracts for a Navy project, ensuring compliance with Federal regulations and supporting procurement processes. Leverage your expertise in a collaborative environme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Oversee critical IT programs that enhance national security operations, ensuring strategic alignment, effective interagency collaboration, and budget management to safeguard the integrity of counterin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $219K *

Innovate solutions by engaging with startups and tech partners to integrate emerging technologies into defense systems. Lead initiatives that drive strategic alignment and foster collaborative growth...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $125K *

Transform the manufacturing landscape by developing precise NC programming solutions for numerically controlled machines, collaborating closely with engineering teams to ensure efficiency and innovati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $156K *

Drive quality engineering initiatives to enhance space technology products, ensuring standards for inspection and testing are met. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new product implem...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $235K *

Join a team that's passionate about ensuring our products thrive in real-world applications. As a key player, you will bridge technical solutions and customer needs, driving impactful outcomes in fede...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$156K - $194K *

Elevate our Electrical Engineering Department by leading design and development of advanced undersea warfare systems. Foster a collaborative team environment, drive project execution, and ensure techn...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Partner with us to lead the execution of major network infrastructure projects, overseeing both fiber-optic and copper cabling installations. Manage field operations effectively to ensure compliance w...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$55K - $126K *

Champion the acquisition lifecycle by supporting Navy contracts. Engage in developing essential documentation, tracking program risks, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance effectiveness in d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$38K - $123K *

Transform aerospace manufacturing by operating CNC lathe machines to create precision components essential for space exploration, ensuring quality and collaboration with engineering teams in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive engineering excellence in aircraft project execution, overseeing proposals and technical solutions for customer contracts while leading a diverse group of professionals th...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in mechanical analysis for cutting-edge EO/IR/RF technologies. Collaborate with a cross-sector team to deliver high-quality mechanical solutions while mentoring engineers and optimizin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Support the development and analysis of cutting-edge spacecraft trajectory simulations, enhancing performance through algorithm design and integration with advanced flight systems in a dynamic team se...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Join our dynamic team to manage the full lifecycle of contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation across government and commercial agreements while collaborating with key stakeholders to enhanc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $185K *

Shape the future of integrated electromagnetic systems by developing and validating requirements, optimizing designs, and ensuring compliance throughout the product lifecycle. Join us in advancing com...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Join our mission-focused team to enhance data-driven decision-making. As a Senior Data Analyst, you'll collaborate with stakeholders, using advanced programming to improve data solutions and drive ins...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Join a dynamic team as a Test Engineer II, driving testing and troubleshooting of advanced electromechanical systems in a mission-critical defense environment while supporting automated test operation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $117K *

Help us optimize naval ship design solutions by assessing requirements, providing engineering support, and ensuring compliance with contract documentation while collaborating with diverse stakeholders...

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  •   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.

  • How much can I make in the Aerospace & Defense industry?question toggle

    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.