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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$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality excellence across the supply chain by developing innovative solutions, managing a skilled team, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to achieve strateg...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $132K *

Analyze airborne threat intelligence to enhance national security operations. Lead SIGINT collection efforts and provide real-time insights to support mission objectives, ensuring seamless communicati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Drive systems engineering excellence by leading requirements development and verification for cutting-edge Space Nuclear Propulsion projects. Collaborate across teams to integrate solutions and ensure...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $149K *

Support a critical mission by transforming complex technical concepts into clear, user-friendly documentation. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure compliance and enhance usability ac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $186K *

Unlock the potential of data engineering to enhance fleet performance, drive analytics, and ensure safety in cutting-edge eVTOL aircraft. Collaborate across teams to develop innovative solutions that...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$197K - $276K *

Engineer full-stack web applications and data pipelines to enhance our innovative engine and propulsion systems. Lead technical initiatives, mentor engineers, and improve application performance using...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $136K *

Engage in complex contract management and supplier relationships, driving negotiations, and ensuring on-time delivery in a fast-paced environment. Lead projects, mentor team members, and influence cro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $140K *

Advance your career by leading the development of cutting-edge GNSS simulation systems. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver high-performance software and ensure system reliability across comp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $150K *

Drive software development to enhance flight test operations through automation. Collaborate with customers and teams to interpret requirements and solve technical challenges using programming skills...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Analyze and develop innovative software solutions to support advanced cyber operations. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to enhance mission-focused capabilities, troubleshoot software defec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $180K *

Collaborate across disciplines to support sensor integration, characterization, and calibration in navigation systems. Contribute directly to cross-functional engineering, executing performance valida...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Join a dynamic team as a Sr. Program Manager, overseeing complex production programs and integration efforts, while driving strategic growth and maintaining key client relationships across multiple pl...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Shape the future of defense systems by leading multi-disciplinary teams through the lifecycle of complex programs while ensuring cost-effective execution and fostering client relationships across dome...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $230K *

Transform propulsion technology by improving and maintaining thermofluid physics models, conducting analysis, and developing tools for performance predictions in cutting-edge rocket systems. Collabora...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Empower military operations through strategic network design and integration, ensuring robust tactical communications. Join us to leverage your engineering expertise in a vital, fast-paced role suppor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Elevate the security of software across innovative product lines while ensuring reliable deployment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and maintain security solutions that empo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $226K *

Transform strategic defense initiatives by leading a systems engineering team. Drive development and modernization of the FBM program, ensuring top-notch technical execution and collaboration with key...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion the maintenance of National Airspace System facilities by leading diverse teams across regional and national operations. Ensure optimal performance and compliance with FAA objectives while ma...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $226K *

Lead the modernization program for advanced technology solutions, collaborating with a diverse team to enhance system infrastructure and deploy innovative software solutions for international clients...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $192K *

Shape the future of aircraft diagnostics by leading analytics and stability efforts. Analyze fleet data, identify trends, and enhance avionics reliability while coordinating with cross-functional team...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $216K *

Unlock potential by leading subcontract management for the MH-60R Air Vehicle supply chain, ensuring effective communication, performance management, and strategic planning while building relationship...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $225K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming public safety with drone technology. You'll work closely with major agencies, implement tailored solutions, and ensure successful integration of sUAS opera...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $245K *

Lead the design and analysis of advanced optical systems for space missions, providing expert support in optical design, stray-light analysis, and instrument testing to enhance scientific discovery an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Lead a team that provides critical academic training support, developing and delivering tailored training solutions for naval forces, while ensuring effectiveness and readiness of combat mission prepa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $292K *

Lead the charge in shaping product strategy and lifecycle management for a dynamic portfolio, driving profitability and revenue through strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration with key s...

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  •   Less than 5 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.