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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$95K - $167K *

Join our Precision Fires team to lead production operations, developing strategies and plans for missile production while coordinating cross-functional activities to optimize manufacturability and thr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $226K *

Transform the future of strategic deterrence by leading systems engineering efforts to develop and integrate cutting-edge missile technology. Collaborate with Navy partners to deliver innovative solut...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $172K *

Join us in leading the design and verification of advanced Radar Signal Processing systems. Leverage your expertise to enhance performance, develop requirements, and contribute to critical defense app...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$63K - $112K *

Transform your career by managing project rhythms, fostering stakeholder collaboration, and enhancing operations within a high-stakes missile program. Your expertise will ensure alignment and communic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $157K *

Lead the charge in system verification and validation for the Orion spacecraft. Collaborate on test lifecycle processes, integrating hardware and software, while ensuring mission readiness. Support we...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $157K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team driving innovative solutions in missile defense and communications. Engage in groundbreaking systems engineering to enhance critical capabilities for nationa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $130K *

Lead subcontract activities to ensure compliance, manage proposals, negotiate agreements, and drive strategic initiatives that support critical government missions. Collaborate with senior leadership...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K *

Empower strategic program management by overseeing all operational aspects, ensuring compliance, enhancing supply chain processes, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships for optimal performanc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative software solutions using Java, Python, and Angular. Collaborate with analysts and designers to deliver scalable applications that meet complex needs while enhanci...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing aircrew survivability through innovative software solutions. Develop and maintain applications to support mission data development for Electronic Warfare syst...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Champion strategic growth in the US defense sector by building robust relationships and converting opportunities into deals. Collaborate with leadership to expand engagement and elevate Hadean's prese...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $175K *

Lead the charge in customer success and technical implementation, ensuring enterprise clients maximize value from our platform. Collaborate with engineers to solve complex challenges and drive meaning...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by developing secure systems and solutions in collaboration with a team of engineers. You'll analyze and mitigate risks, ensuring state-of-the-art security for naval pla...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Transform satellite operations by developing critical mission products and collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless launch, commissioning, and on-orbit activities through innovativ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $118K *

Champion customer satisfaction and retention for warranty and repair services, managing relationships and strategic initiatives for CHS-6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance program ef...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Champion the management of high-profile IT programs by coordinating full lifecycle engineering support, ensuring systems performance, and facilitating enterprise application operations. Lead with agil...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead a team of engineers to design and implement mission-critical software solutions while mentoring talent and driving project execution within a collaborative, inclusive environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Seeking a detail-oriented Task Manager to drive effective project execution and integration within the Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle Production team, enhancing program management practices and oversee...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Tackle complex network challenges as a vital player, designing and managing high-availability infrastructure, ensuring secure operations, while collaborating in a dynamic environment to enhance perfor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Oversee aviation safety protocols, ensuring compliance with regulations and internal policies while leading hazard identification and incident investigations for optimal operational safety and risk ma...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$97K - $132K *

Join a team that's redefining aerospace interiors through innovative technical design. Collaborate across disciplines to support product lifecycle, client configurations, and ensure the highest standa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $128K *

Join a team that's enhancing workflows in CFD solvers to tackle complex aerodynamic challenges across various flight regimes, impacting the aerospace industry and NASA projects...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by joining our engineering team to integrate and test advanced space sensor systems. Contribute to mission-critical solutions while enhancing your skills in a collaborative and innova...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $136K *

Transform supplier collaboration by leading subcontract management, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement. Leverage your expertise to oversee performance metrics and enhance supply-c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing AI research operations while coordinating key initiatives, managing technical documentation, and supporting sensitive projects with expertise in intelligence and systems...

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  •   11 - 15 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.