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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$98K - $160K *

Unlock potential by designing and integrating cutting-edge systems for naval propulsion modules. Collaborate with teams, conduct technical analyses, and ensure compliance throughout the product lifecy...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Take ownership of technical deliverables for MRO operations in aeronautics, ensuring compliance with regulations and client expectations. Collaborate with teams, document engine conditions, and suppor...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $153K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance product safety and reliability through rigorous analysis, collaboration, and innovative solutions. Lead efforts in risk assessment and integrate engineering expertise to...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $101K *

Shape the future of materials in aerospace by collaborating on innovative product development, overseeing testing, and analyzing data for effective material selection throughout the product life cycle...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $118K *

Shape the future of control system hardware by ensuring quality and reliability while collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to enhance mechanical control unit designs for maximum performance...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $183K *

Explore a key role in designing advanced FPGA/ASIC solutions, collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team. Engage in intricate verification and testing processes to enhance cutting-edge engine cont...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $105K *

Design and develop cutting-edge electronic enclosures for aero gas turbine applications. Collaborate with engineering teams from concept through production to ensure compliance and innovation in a dyn...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $153K *

Drive innovation by developing and testing embedded software for critical engine control systems. Collaborate across project lifecycles to ensure safety and efficiency in software design and testing a...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $150K *

Empower secure identities within a dynamic environment by leading Zero Trust implementation efforts, ensuring robust access management systems, and driving innovative identity solutions to protect cri...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $241K *

Optimize your career by leading multi-vendor programs, interfacing with government leaders, and ensuring system requirements compliance in a dynamic environment. Leverage your Systems Engineering expe...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$61K - $129K *

Develop and oversee execution of project operations, ensuring timely delivery of solutions and meeting customer needs through effective leadership and communication...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $163K *

Partner with us to drive the execution of complex projects in satellite systems. Lead cross-functional teams in engineering and operations, ensuring alignment with customer objectives while managing r...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $237K *

Join a team that's dedicated to creating high-performance software solutions for critical U.S. missions. You’ll lead projects from conceptualization to deployment, driving innovation in web applicatio...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $141K *

Bring your expertise to a dynamic team developing next-generation mission management systems. Engage in designing, coding, and testing with modern cloud technologies in an agile environment focused on...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $165K *

Contribute to the U.S. Navy's financial management by analyzing budget execution and supporting PPBE processes. Take ownership of financial reporting and collaborate with financial managers to track e...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $136K *

Champion the future of military program operations by coordinating key support functions, managing logistics, and guiding strategy initiatives while collaborating with diverse stakeholders in a dynami...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $141K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of mission management systems using cloud-native technologies. Collaborate in an agile environment to design, develop, and maintain innovative applications that m...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $181K *

Grow your career by managing diverse projects for the US Navy in operational logistics. Use your engineering and project management skills for successful project execution and team collaboration in a...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $158K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative training for UAS and cUAS operations, designing curricula, and supporting U.S. and Coalition Forces. Experience military operations and deliver critical intellig...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $265K *

Manage complex network security engineering efforts by conducting assessments, leading hardware installations, and ensuring adherence to mission security needs while driving enhancements in system rel...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $290K *

Help us develop automated security capabilities that enhance risk assessments and streamline processes. Use your expertise in data analytics and programming to transform security management and suppor...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $252K *

Champion the design and execution of SAP ERP systems, guiding teams in technical architecture while ensuring compliance with DoD standards and best practices to achieve optimal performance and securit...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $158K *

Accelerate your career by overseeing key operations in a dynamic RF Systems environment. Engage in mission-critical tasks, develop strategic plans, and adapt to high-pressure situations while working...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team, configuring and managing secure Windows and Linux test environments. Engage in system/software testing and collaborate with engineers to ensure the reliability of critical project...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Drive the flight operation as Second-in-Command, ensuring safety and efficiency as you assist and potentially lead in critical flight situations alongside the Pilot-in-Command. Elevate your aviation c...

Yesterday

  •   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.