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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$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming supply chain strategies across multiple geographies, overseeing $500M in material revenues and a team of 100+, while driving innovation and collaboration to enhance ope...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Drive cutting-edge FPGA verification in a collaborative team; innovate solutions for complex systems in space payload development, ensuring high reliability and performance across varied applications...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Contribute to strategic HUMINT operations by optimizing collection efforts, guiding teams, and applying advanced analytics to inform intelligence consumers and enhance operational effectiveness across...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Execute complex subcontract management and negotiations, ensuring top-tier supplier performance. Leverage your expertise in government contracting and supplier relations to drive strategic initiatives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Engage in cutting-edge network infrastructure engineering supporting complex government programs. Collaborate on advanced enterprise computing and cloud services, delivering reliable network solutions...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Advance your career by designing and integrating mission-critical software within cutting-edge avionics systems, ensuring operational effectiveness in military aviation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the technical vision and architecture of an innovative supply-chain platform, leading cross-functional teams and driving strategic collaboration to deliver impactful solut...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of aviation by designing advanced electrical systems for lighter-than-air vehicles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring innovative designs from concept through production...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a dedicated team supporting sensitive facility operations. Leverage your expertise in Physical and Information Security to safeguard personnel and assets, implement robust security measures, and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $130K *

Drive the secure development and deployment of software solutions in an Agile environment, ensuring compliance with military standards and optimizing CI/CD pipelines for the Tomahawk program, enhancin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Serve as a vital technical liaison to enhance the performance and reliability of advanced test systems, providing on-site support that drives efficient operations and continuous improvement in aerospa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $106K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing innovative RF and digital satellite communication systems. This role encompasses algorithm development, performance analysis, and integration support for cu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $162K *

Join a dynamic Systems Engineering team to optimize risk management processes across Special Projects, ensuring effective integration and performance analysis within a fast-paced environment. Lead str...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that leads mechanical engineering projects from concept to production. Collaborate across disciplines, innovate solutions for clients, and ensure projects align with quality standards and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Analyze and optimize R&D efforts in corrosion prevention, leading projects across federal labs. Collaborate with teams to develop test plans, conduct experiments, and provide innovative solutions to c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Manage financial operations for international military sales, ensuring case reconciliation and closure, while providing expert financial support to key stakeholders and contributing to successful prog...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Explore opportunities to innovate in test system development and support multi-disciplinary projects involving hardware troubleshooting and software integration to meet critical program objectives, en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Create robust integration and testing solutions while ensuring reliable system performance. Collaborate with teams to translate requirements into actionable test strategies and oversee complex project...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Shape innovative electrical wiring systems for aircraft interiors, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and specifications. Collaborate across teams to develop quality designs, documentation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $199K *

Transform security operations by providing essential multi-disciplined support for sensitive information at a top-tier facility, ensuring compliance and maintaining documentation integrity while assis...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's focused on managing complex cybersecurity programs, leveraging the Risk Management Framework, and coordinating project scopes to drive innovative solutions while ensuring the securi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$186K - $353K *

Lead the charge in financial governance for large-scale defense programs, managing a team of 60 analysts. Collaborate closely with executive leadership to enhance program performance while ensuring co...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with a team to develop test equipment for missile systems. Support design reviews and troubleshoot systems while managing project requirements to achieve objectives...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

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.