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 - $245K *

Redefine nuclear engineering by leading teams to design radiation-hardened systems. Utilize advanced expertise to ensure performance in harsh environments while mentoring future engineers and collabor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $245K *

Join a team that's pioneering advancements in radiation-hardened systems. Use your expertise to design, analyze, and mentor while collaborating across disciplines to ensure successful outcomes in chal...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $129K *

Transform system integration and testing processes as an IT&E Engineer. Ensure seamless execution of subsystem tests, support design validation, and collaborate within cross-functional teams to addres...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by architecting resilient cloud-native infrastructure and optimizing CI/CD pipelines. Join a dedicated team focused on operational excellence, security-first designs, and mentori...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $236K *

Build innovative Kubernetes microservices solutions, drive integration for Navy programs, and leverage your expertise in Linux, Bash, and Python while working in a dynamic, creative engineering enviro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Drive the development and integration of avionics solutions, ensuring compliance with certification standards for advanced systems in government projects. Collaborate with teams to analyze requirement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $215K *

Engineer innovative safeguards solutions for national security missions, leading teams in developing advanced nondestructive assay technologies. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance nuclear mater...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $160K *

Innovate in electrical engineering by designing, assessing, and supporting construction projects while collaborating with teams to deliver effective solutions that meet client needs and standards...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $180K *

Drive strategic leadership in complex program execution, ensuring compliance, quality, and performance across multiple contracts while interfacing with federal customers and optimizing resources for s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K *

Empower your career by applying your technical skills in electronics maintenance and repair. This entry-level role involves troubleshooting, operating, and maintaining essential electronic systems in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $221K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic tech team, leading software product development, prioritizing features, and ensuring high-quality deliverables in a collaborative environment while driving innovation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead software development initiatives, ensuring compliance and executing solutions across enterprise systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance systems and guide less experienced developers while main...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Elevate organizational capabilities by delivering comprehensive cybersecurity policy support, ensuring compliance, and driving the strategic objectives for program success through effective communicat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Join a leading role in business development, focusing on expanding partnerships and growth within NASA sectors. Leverage established relationships and expertise to shape and secure opportunities in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team responsible for managing logistics and property accountability, ensuring compliance and minimizing supply chain disruptions while effectively overseeing government assets and repor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Shape successful program execution by coordinating operations across staffing, logistics, and security. Play a key role in identifying risks, managing resources, and ensuring compliance while fosterin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $158K *

Pioneer your career with us as you support innovative composite fabrication for unmanned systems. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, performing hands-on tasks integral to aerospace development whil...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

The Composite Design Engineer will be responsible for designing and analyzing aircraft structures made from composite materials, starting from high-level requirements to detailed design. This role inv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Support our commitment to safety and compliance by managing explosive operations, ensuring adherence to regulations, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating across teams in a dynamic product...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $141K *

Unlock potential by serving as a key geospatial analyst utilizing GIS and analytic tools to generate intelligence products that support mission objectives. Collaborate effectively with multidisciplina...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Drive project success by managing complex production milestones and ensuring compliance with safety protocols in a fast-paced defense environment. Collaborate with technical staff to enhance energetic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in ensuring product quality and reliability through innovative quality processes, proactive risk management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a dynamic manufacturing en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join our team as a Programmatic Analyst to enhance U.S. Navy maintenance documentation. Your focus will be developing clear, structured program documentation, driving governance, and ensuring requirem...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Advance your career as a Talent Acquisition Recruiter, guiding hiring processes and implementing creative strategies to attract top talents in a dynamic, supportive environment while ensuring effectiv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Join our dynamic team to develop secure national security applications, integrating systems using Agile methodologies. You'll collaborate with top-tier developers to ensure performance and security st...

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  •   8 - 10 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.

  • 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.