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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$104K - $166K *

Lead the charge in transforming aircraft survivability systems through expert technical guidance and strategic engagement in systems engineering processes, while collaborating with military and indust...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Bring your expertise to evaluate cybersecurity policies and infrastructure. You'll measure the effectiveness of defense architectures and conduct assessments across global sites, ensuring compliance w...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $234K *

Analyze and synthesize cyber defense data to influence decision-making, identify risks, and enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate on assessments and provide actionable insights to ensure mission...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Lead the charge in mission protection for national defense space initiatives. Oversee operations, crew readiness, and integration of tools while managing high-interest threats and communication across...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Join a mission-driven team to enhance national airspace safety through radar modernization. Use your expertise in radar systems to analyze performance and support critical air traffic control upgrades...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of national security initiatives. You will support specialized operations, ensuring mission effectiveness within a high-stakes environment while collaborating with...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Manage technical teams to ensure successful program performance in budget, schedule, and quality. Lead business development efforts and oversee multiple projects while providing guidance and support t...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Support critical national security operations by collaborating within a specialized team, applying operational expertise, and maintaining security protocols, all to enhance mission efficiency in a dyn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Transform intelligence operations by providing strategic planning support to ensure effective mission execution. Collaborate with stakeholders while delivering insights to enhance operational assessme...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of space technology by designing and developing spacecraft electrical systems. Collaborate with engineers to create cutting-edge electronic hardware crucial for s...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Partner with us to streamline project timelines and enhance operational efficiency in a dynamic environment, leveraging your expertise in program scheduling and financial management for robust perform...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of aerospace by driving strategic program management. Collaborate across departments to ensure client satisfaction, adherence to contracts, and successful project delivery in a challe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $230K *

Advance your career by leading systems engineering for a key defense program. Oversee technical execution, manage engineering resources, and collaborate with diverse teams to ensure system interoperab...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$153K - $207K *

Drive innovation in satellite communications for government clients, focusing on defining and developing next-gen broadband products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure customer needs a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $230K *

Join a multi-disciplinary team as a Systems Engineering Manager, driving systems integration and collaboration across stakeholders. Lead technical teams to ensure system interoperability, while foster...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $108K *

Optimize manufacturing processes and manage parts design for defense systems. Collaborate with integrated teams to ensure technical documentation and risk mitigation strategies are effectively impleme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Advance your career by playing a key role in coordinating mission events and ensuring the operational readiness of combat systems through technical expertise and hands-on leadership in complex environ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer global business growth by driving cesium clock adoption in key markets. Lead strategic initiatives that engage Tier-1 clients and secure partnerships for critical infrastructure. Own revenue t...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Elevate organizational culture and employee engagement as an HR Business Partner, driving strategic initiatives, leadership effectiveness, and high-performance practices while fostering a commitment t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the design and execution of advanced test programs for directed energy systems, ensuring rigor in planning and collaboration. Support diverse teams in enhancing capabilities and delivering result...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$189K - $320K *

Transform the future of autonomous driving by leading AI/ML initiatives that shape next-gen sensing architectures. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance perception systems and mentor peers whi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Develop embedded software and firmware for autonomous drone systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable integration and production. Utilize your expertise in low-level driver...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Advance technical leadership and mentoring in design engineering, overseeing project feasibility and execution while managing and developing engineering talent to achieve program objectives effectivel...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K - $178K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of GNC hardware development, utilizing your expertise in inertial measurement units and star trackers to drive projects from procurement to delivery, while collabor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Drive customer service excellence by mentoring a high-performing team, leading process improvements, and optimizing sales support in a dynamic manufacturing environment to enhance overall business suc...

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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.

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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.