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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$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in advancing engineering processes for aerospace manufacturing, driving technical innovation and team collaboration while overseeing complex programs to ensure quality, efficiency, and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $109K *

Lead the charge in advancing your aviation career by supervising avionics maintenance teams. Oversee complex diagnostics and repairs, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while developing proce...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K - $169K *

Join a team that drives rocket engine test operations, ensuring safe and effective propulsion systems for a variety of spaceflight missions. Your expertise will be vital in planning, executing tests...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $187K *

Contribute to the development of advanced propulsion components, leading a team while designing from concept to flight. Engage in rigorous testing and integration, ensuring optimal performance in extr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Take ownership of complex aerospace systems integration and testing, leading efforts to ensure quality and efficiency. Collaborate with diverse teams to resolve discrepancies and enhance processes in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Engage in advanced aerospace integration and testing projects, leading assembly and troubleshooting while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Collaborate and adapt in a dynamic environment to d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $189K *

Lead development of advanced modeling and simulation environments for missile systems, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance system capabilities, ensure test execution, and drive inno...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $236K *

Develop cutting-edge CNO capabilities to enhance national security. Engage with a dynamic team to tackle complex challenges in software engineering and drive innovation, ensuring optimal performance o...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $236K *

Accelerate your career by developing innovative CNO capabilities that protect national security. Collaborate with a talented team to tackle complex challenges and enhance mission-critical technologies...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $236K *

Innovate advanced CNO capabilities to enhance national security. Collaborate in a dynamic team, tackling complex technical challenges and ensuring critical missions are met through software and system...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at our innovative team, developing cutting-edge simulation software. Use Agile methodologies to design, integrate, and test products vital to aeronautics, while collaborating with...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Champion security excellence in Special Access Programs, ensuring compliance, conducting thorough inspections, and enhancing information assurance for DoD initiatives. Lead a dedicated team in safegua...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $164K *

Drive innovative software solutions for Advanced Development Programs, leading key integration and testing phases. Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams focusing on C4ISR applications to address...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Optimize system verification activities for aircraft surveillance systems, ensuring compliance with ARP4754A and DO-178B standards. Contribute to both new and legacy systems while collaborating with e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $192K *

Lead business development initiatives by identifying opportunities, shaping strategies, and executing competitive assessments. Foster customer relationships to achieve strategic growth and partnership...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $180K *

Contribute to cutting-edge aerospace manufacturing by leading and mentoring students. Oversee CNC machining operations and ensure adherence to industry standards while fostering a culture of quality a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Shape aviation safety standards by independently leading complex compliance evaluations, policy guidance, and technical inspections, ensuring operational excellence across diverse aviation organizatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $123K *

Innovate as an Early Career Loads & Dynamics Engineer to ensure spacecraft endure extreme launch and space environments, using advanced analysis and modeling to support mission success while collabora...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $154K *

Champion supply chain success by managing subcontract activities, mitigating risks, and fostering supplier relationships in support of Army and Air Force programs while ensuring timely and quality sol...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $157K *

Contribute to diverse system safety engineering projects, integrating safety into missile launching systems through rigorous analysis, design support, and collaboration with seasoned professionals to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$147K - $255K *

Lead the charge in developing high-fidelity simulation products, overseeing integration and testing in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and tech...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $110K *

Build innovative software solutions by navigating the full engineering lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software, ensuring alignment with program requirements...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $125K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop test automation tools using Python, enhancing testing efficiency for avionics and software systems throughout their lifecycle...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading mechanical design in cutting-edge missile systems. Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop detailed designs, layouts, and documentation for advanced int...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $124K *

Join a dynamic team committed to cybersecurity innovation, protecting vital information and systems. Leverage your software development skills in a fast-paced environment to ensure national security a...

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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.

  • 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.