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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down
1,000+

Aerospace & Defense Jobs

Sort By: Relevance

$69K - $123K *

Unlock potential by joining our Personnel Security team, where you'll ensure meticulous reporting and compliance for specialized security programs while driving process improvements and building key r...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $192K *

Shape the future of systems engineering by integrating complex designs, coordinating test efforts, and enhancing project efficiencies. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful implementation and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead a cutting-edge team in advancing undersea warfare systems through R&D, ensuring effective management of technical capabilities. Serve as a recognized expert while overseeing the lifecycle of USW...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Optimize project outcomes by expertly developing and managing integrated schedules for complex Army weapon systems, ensuring alignment with strict contractual and government requirements to drive miss...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Empower undersea warfare innovation by leading R&D efforts for advanced systems, providing expert technical direction and oversight, and enhancing operational capabilities of unmanned vehicles and wea...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team driving Air Force acquisition strategies. Leverage your expertise to manage the sustainment and modernization of Mission Planning Systems, ensuring effective technical support acro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $170K *

Lead quality initiatives to build foundational processes from scratch, driving improvements in production and supplier standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality is integral...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $157K *

Innovate cutting-edge simulation solutions while collaborating across teams to integrate AI and computer vision capabilities. Engage in statistical analysis and enhance algorithms, ensuring hardware r...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Lead the charge in producing critical intelligence assessments to support operational decision-making and targeting efforts for senior leaders in diverse and challenging environments. Interface with m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that champions quality as a Manual Testing Support Engineer, focusing on validating the In-Flight Entertainment system's functionality and performance to enhance user experience across div...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of autonomy by owning technical direction across perception, prediction, and planning. Drive production-ready solutions with deep expertise and influence across t...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Join us to design and implement embedded software solutions using C/C++ and Rust, while working in a collaborative Agile environment. Contribute to innovative projects involving TCP/IP networking and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Solve cutting-edge challenges in embedded network software development. Collaborate in an agile environment to design, implement, and integrate secure, high-speed network solutions while supporting cy...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in embedded network systems, enhancing cybersecurity solutions for global impact. Collaborate in an agile environment to design, develop, and maintain high-perfor...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of autonomous systems by taking ownership of Perception, Prediction, and Planning. Leverage your expertise to drive technical direction and collaborate with senior engineers, ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $150K *

Explore a dynamic sales role focused on growth in fluid power and motion technology, fostering customer relationships, and collaborating with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet cli...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the technical direction of autonomy systems. As the senior-most influencer in Perception, Prediction, and Planning, you will shape innovations that drive real-world perform...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Lead the design and construction of specialized aerodynamic research facilities. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure equipment functionality and compliance while managing project scope...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$177K - $265K *

Join us to lead payroll and timekeeping for a global workforce, ensuring compliance and accuracy while driving automation and improvement initiatives. This strategic role is pivotal in supporting comp...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $203K *

Advance technical solutions as a Senior Principal Systems Engineer, overseeing requirements management, functional architecture development, and integration plans for defense systems, while engaging c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $165K *

Drive the successful execution of complex engineering projects in the nuclear sector, overseeing all phases from design to delivery while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $203K *

Drive critical systems engineering efforts for advanced missile systems, developing specifications, managing risks, and ensuring technical excellence through collaboration and stakeholder engagement...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $208K *

Shape the future of defense systems as a Systems Engineering Manager, overseeing a dynamic team of engineers and guiding projects to successful outcomes while fostering professional growth and complia...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Optimize system operations and enhance security protocols, ensuring resilience and efficiency. Engage with advanced troubleshooting and network configuration in a dynamic environment, supporting criti...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in designing robust ETL processes and integrating cloud-based data solutions, ensuring high data quality and governance while collaborating with a team to drive advanced analytics and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What kind of jobs are available in the Aerospace & Defense category?question toggle

    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.

  • How can I advance my career in the Aerospace & Defense industry?question toggle

    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.