Boost your career with Propulsion Engineer jobs

Propulsion Engineering is a challenging and rewarding field that offers immense potential for lucrative and expansive career paths. The need for competent professionals in this sector is ever-growing, and so are the opportunities.

Why choose Propulsion Engineering?

Propulsion Engineers are integral to the aerospace and automotive industries, developing technologies that propel vehicles on land, sea, air, and space. It is a dynamic and exciting field that is always adapting to advancements in science and technology.

The Ladders Advantage

At Ladders, we showcase the best opportunities for Propulsion Engineer jobs that pay $100k and above. Join the leaders and push your career forward with our curated job listings.

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$120K - $150K *

Join as a key team member to design and build AI-native products, transforming ideas into reliable, high-performance systems. Collaborate across domains to deliver innovative user experiences while ma...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $238K *

Unlock potential by managing complex PLM systems, integrating BOMs, and driving engineering change initiatives across cross-functional teams to enhance product lifecycle management and data accuracy f...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $128K *

Elevate security standards by managing a comprehensive compliance program for a large-scale government application, ensuring robust protection across environments through the implementation of NIST, S...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $195K *

Elevate your career by leading substation project engineering initiatives. Leverage your expertise in design and execution while collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver quality solutions that adh...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Lead multi-year environmental remediation projects, managing client relationships and ensuring quality while mentoring teams and supporting business development across the Western U.S...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $150K *

Pioneer innovative HVAC solutions by designing complex systems for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with diverse teams, enhance client relationships, and guide junior engineers to ensure effic...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in renewable energy consulting, driving market insights and customer solutions. Collaborate with clients to model complex systems and forecast power market trends while enhancing strat...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $180K *

Empower multi-disciplinary teams to drive energy infrastructure projects, ensuring timely approvals and adherence to compliance standards while fostering client relations and mentoring project team me...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $206K *

Empower a dynamic engineering team to build, optimize, and maintain enterprise applications across multiple technology stacks and cloud environments, ensuring security and compliance...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead multidisciplinary project management efforts to ensure timely delivery of complex design projects, collaborating across teams to optimize operational efficiency and achieve high-quality outcomes...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading diverse teams in delivering innovative engineering and design solutions on complex land development projects while ensuring exceptional client satisfac...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Optimize project outcomes as a lead manager for complex engineering projects. Drive collaboration across teams, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget while delivering high-quality solution...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Engineer engaging project management expertise to successfully drive complex land development projects. Shape project scopes, schedules, and budgets while mentoring a team to deliver high-quality engi...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$190K - $225K *

Join a dynamic team to engineer a robust AI platform that integrates diverse tools into a coherent system. Focus on backend infrastructure, cloud services, and production protocols, empowering AI-assi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $174K *

Drive strategic data engineering efforts to transform technical data into actionable insights, ensuring program efficiency and effective communication of investment trade-offs to high-level Army leade...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead complex, high-value projects globally, ensuring alignment with strategy and delivering on time and budget. Manage cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder relationships, and establish best-in...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Champion the proposal strategy for high-stakes competitive opportunities, ensuring compliance and quality across all phases of development. Lead cross-functional teams to create winning proposals that...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Lead the optimization of multi-tenant cloud services, enhancing infrastructure stability and scalability for over 40 million users. Drive strategic alignment, mentor teams, and implement continuous im...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $250K+*

Lead the safe operation of company aircraft by overseeing flight planning, conducting pre-flight checks, and ensuring regulatory compliance while providing exceptional air transportation for executive...

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$260K - $345K *

Explore a pivotal role driving advanced autonomous SDLC capabilities. Collaborate across teams to pioneer AI-driven engineering practices, enhancing productivity and quality. Leverage your expertise t...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Execute dynamic design processes by developing innovative packaged equipment layouts. Collaborate with engineers, maintain drafting schedules, and produce 3D models and detailed drawings, ensuring com...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Deliver robust network engineering expertise to enhance AMR program performance, ensuring seamless connectivity and security within industrial manufacturing environments, while collaborating with cros...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Champion the integration of fiber laser cutting solutions, enhancing customer production through demonstrations, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration. Shape industry standards whil...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $166K *

Join a mission-driven team to enhance national airspace safety through radar modernization. Use your expertise in radar systems to analyze performance and support critical air traffic control upgrades...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $190K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare through innovative software solutions. As a technical leader, you'll drive the design and development of next-gen clinical data platforms while ment...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is the average salary of a Propulsion Engineer?question toggle

    At Ladders, you can find Propulsion Engineer jobs that pay over $100k, with some positions offering significantly higher compensation based on experience, skills, and location.

  • What industries need Propulsion Engineers?question toggle

    The aerospace and automotive industries are key employers of Propulsion Engineers. They could also find opportunities in the marine industry, research institutions, and in developing cutting-edge technology for space exploration.

  • What skills are required for a Propulsion Engineer?question toggle

    Propulsion Engineers need strong skills in physics, mathematics, and engineering. Knowledge in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and structural mechanics is crucial. They should also have problem-solving, project management skills, and proficiency in software tools like CAD and MATLAB.