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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$195K - $210K *

Drive innovation as a key technical leader, overseeing complex software projects, mentoring teams, and establishing AI-first development standards. Your expertise will enhance the delivery of scalable...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that transforms product management for innovative software solutions. Lead the evolution of legacy and cloud platforms, drive customer adoption, and enhance user experiences through strate...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career as a Shopfloor Supervisor, overseeing project execution, infrastructure development, and personnel management in a dynamic repair workshop environment, ensuring quality and efficie...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by providing expert support for AEGIS Combat System operations, ensuring successful planning, execution, and analysis of critical Navy test events and trials while enhancing interoper...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $185K *

Transform the technology landscape by leading cross-functional teams to enhance Medicaid Enterprise Systems, driving system architecture improvements and mentoring engineers towards high-quality, secu...

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $205K *

Elevate your career by architecting and developing secure, scalable AI applications that streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency in a collaborative environment, driving productivity an...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K *

Champion daily operations and ensure compliance in various functional areas while directly supervising section supervisors. Support the Program Manager in optimizing tasks and resource management. Pos...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with diverse engineering projects, overseeing civil/structural analysis for high voltage transmission lines, ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance while managing pro...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$174K - $217K *

Join a team that's reimagining user access patterns while fostering top-tier development. As an Engineering Manager, you'll spearhead security-focused services, leading and mentoring a collaborative t...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $181K *

Elevate your career by leading engineering teams to innovate user access and security solutions. You will mentor talent, drive technical excellence, and apply modern design practices. Shape the future...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $155K *

Join a team that's driving new business by leveraging technical expertise and industry knowledge in the General Motion Control segment, focusing on OEM applications and building strong customer relati...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $155K *

Create new business opportunities by driving customer engagement and expansion in the General Motion Control sector. Leverage technical expertise and market insights to enhance sales pipelines and pos...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading and managing diverse projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while fostering strong client and stakeholder...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$142K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading a team to develop winning proposals for federal contracts, ensuring compliance and coordinating efforts across diverse stakeholders in a dynamic environment...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by providing expert radar engineering support for FAA systems, enhancing deployment efficiency and resolving technical issues within the National Airspace System for optimized radar m...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $250K *

Lead the charge in advancing product safety by developing robust safety frameworks and engaging with partners and regulators. Leverage a multi-disciplinary team to manage the path towards safe and com...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $170K *

Empower the future of banking tech by architecting scalable solutions, making key decisions, and collaborating across teams to deliver user-focused products that thrive in a growing environment. Build...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $220K *

Take ownership of engineering excellence by leading a senior team in enhancing systems and architecture that support scalable financial transactions while ensuring compliance and quality in a fast-pac...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Elevate engineering solutions through innovative Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). Collaborate with clients and teams to develop and optimize system designs, ensuring performance and reliability...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data analysis to enhance program efficiency and quality. Collaborate with teams to evaluate operations, policies, and performance while driving improvements and communic...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $228K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing intelligent agentic workflows to enhance business processes, partnering with stakeholders to create practical automation solutions that drive productivity...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $115K *

Innovate and enhance autonomy testing capabilities by developing versatile test infrastructures and evaluation strategies for third-party autonomy software, ensuring seamless integration and performan...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's empowering renewable energy solutions by leveraging your expertise in electrical distribution systems. You'll drive innovative designs and technology assessments to enhance mission...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$126K - $166K *

Elevate your career by managing vital wastewater projects across the Northeast. Collaborate with experts, lead diverse teams, and ensure compliance, all while enhancing community resilience and advanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Drive cost and price analysis for proposals, ensuring compliance and optimal value through strategic planning and collaboration, enhancing cross-functional team efforts within a dynamic environment...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.