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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$75K - $95K *

Manage maintenance projects effectively, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance. Lead cross-functional teams, oversee project schedules and finances, and maintain high service levels throughout...

Dorval, QCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $155K *

Drive success by overseeing critical data center server environments, managing virtualization solutions, and ensuring seamless secure network operations while leading technical teams and documentation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Explore innovative trajectory design and analysis for advanced Orion missions. Collaborate with a diverse team to optimize spacecraft performance using cutting-edge algorithms and tools, ensuring miss...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $148K *

The Model Based Systems Engineering Analyst will support the engineering design and integration of digital engineering, focusing on model based systems engineering and tactical networking systems. Thi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $110K *

Develop integrated logistics support analyses and strategies to enhance system maintainability and life cycle cost while ensuring compliance and efficiency throughout the asset's lifecycle with a stro...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $215K *

Transform embedded software development by designing, debugging, and optimizing solutions across various platforms. Collaborate with team members to enhance code quality in a supportive environment fo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $160K *

Lead the charge in managing NDT processes for aluminum and magnesium foundries. Collaborate with engineering and clients to address quality concerns, maintain internal certifications, and implement in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Champion transformative air mobility initiatives by leveraging deep operational insights to enhance organizational research. Collaborate closely with senior military and civilian leaders to drive stra...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $160K *

Elevate quality assurance processes in our Aluminum and Magnesium foundry. Collaborate with engineering and clients to tackle NDT challenges, maintain certifications, and drive continuous improvement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $214K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing engineering and quality functions, driving innovation in metals processing, ensuring product excellence, and leading cross-functional teams to exceed...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead contract execution as the main point of contact, overseeing deliverables and performance in a dynamic environment. Steer a professional team through agile methodologies while ensuring financial a...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Develop software solutions to support complex systems for the U.S. Air Force, enhancing capabilities in real-time processing and data manipulation while collaborating within a team to meet stringent r...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Join a team supporting critical software systems for the U.S. Air Force's GBSD program. Contribute to design, development, and testing of innovative software while ensuring compliance with rigorous re...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of engineering and manufacturing by managing drafting, configuration control, and documentation processes. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $256K *

Lead enterprise-wide product quality and metallurgical integrity initiatives. Oversee quality assurance, certifications, and technical oversight to uphold standards and drive continuous improvement ac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Help us enhance the performance of complex electronics systems through integration and testing. Lead a team in troubleshooting, improving processes, and ensuring system readiness, driving operational...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Technology Protection Engineer III, where you'll drive critical engineering analyses, enhance security measures, and contribute to vital federal missions while fostering colla...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Help us shape the future of national security by leading the design and implementation of secure API ecosystems. Collaborate on cloud-native integrations and enterprise architectures that drive modern...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $192K *

Lead innovative 5G tactical communications solutions, collaborating with teams to define and develop advanced network systems for defense applications while ensuring compliance with military standards...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing material programs for a dynamic, high-profile project, ensuring seamless coordination among stakeholders, accurate forecasting, and effective resource management for optima...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $118K *

Transform aftermarket sales processes by serving as the key customer interface for post-delivery inquiries, ensuring compliance and timely support across various teams, while identifying new business...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in ensuring information security and compliance for systems by managing the NIST Risk Management Framework lifecycle. Collaborate with government entities to guarantee sustained, robus...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Pioneer project success by developing vital integrated schedules, ensuring clarity and accuracy throughout mission-critical initiatives. Collaborate across teams to analyze efficiencies and present da...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $214K *

Champion quality and technical excellence by leading engineering teams in process improvement, customer support, and quality assurance initiatives. Drive innovation and oversee resources to enhance pr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Shape the future of automation by integrating Industry 4.0 technologies into a cutting-edge manufacturing facility. Lead PLC programming efforts and enhance machine connectivity to create a seamless d...

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  •   Less than 5 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.