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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$103K - $129K *

Lead the charge in maintaining and enhancing automation services for satellite operations, ensuring user-friendly tools and collaboration across teams to support Planet's mission in space exploration...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$169K - $220K *

Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic mobile engineering team focused on delivering innovative iOS and Android experiences, fostering quality and collaboration while driving product growth acros...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive the execution of electric transmission and substation engineering efforts, providing expert technical oversight and analysis for large-scale data center projects while ensuring compliance with i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative software solutions by designing, developing, and deploying secure, scalable systems that align with business goals, leveraging expertise in AWS/Azure and the Microsoft Power Platform...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $300K *

Elevate your impact by owning and innovating complex systems that drive organizational success, while mentoring engineers and ensuring safety and security at scale. This role offers opportunities for...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $220K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with sales teams to deliver impactful product demos and technical expertise, driving security solutions for customers and helping shape strategic approaches that...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $188K *

Elevate your career by leading multi-discipline technical project teams in HV/EHV substation design, ensuring compliance, quality, and coordination for successful project outcomes across a diverse ele...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $144K *

Optimize the commissioning process of critical facilities, managing all phases from planning to execution. Lead project teams in testing and validating complex systems, ensuring compliance and fosteri...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of technical project management by executing complex infrastructure implementations and ensuring compliance through effective governance and stakeholder engagement...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$94K - $130K *

Empower your career by designing complex electrical systems, collaborating in multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative hardware solutions that meet high-speed processing needs and drive product e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $130K *

Design and develop complex electrical boards and systems as part of a multidisciplinary team, focusing on high-speed, high-reliability applications. Collaborate to define hardware solutions that meet...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Transform transportation planning by leading multi-modal projects that enhance community connectivity and sustainability while guiding clients through innovative solutions and expert collaboration...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $144K *

Champion project excellence by managing power solutions from RFP to closeout. Leverage communication and technical skills to ensure project objectives are met, driving safety, quality, and innovation...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K *

Lead the charge in overseeing formwork projects from planning to execution, ensuring timely delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver projects that meet safety standards and exceed client ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

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

$130K - $180K *

Support business growth in the North American nuclear power market by building relationships, identifying opportunities, and leveraging technical expertise to deliver reliable power solutions to custo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Empower your career with a lead role driving AI-enhanced tools that improve developer workflows. You'll design and implement automated solutions, integrating them seamlessly into existing systems whil...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Unlock the potential of a new Water/Wastewater practice in California, leading strategic growth and client relationships while overseeing complex engineering projects for sustainable development and o...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$149K - $152K *

Join as a Project Manager-Senior to lead IT O&M activities, ensuring effective execution of projects by managing schedules, risks, and resources while coordinating with teams to meet goals and standar...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Empower your career by leading full-chip Physical Verification efforts, driving quality, and collaborating cross-functionally. Shape advanced technology nodes while ensuring successful execution from...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading full-chip physical verification efforts, ensuring quality and readiness for tapeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver clean designs and mainta...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$101K - $138K *

Champion advanced manufacturing strategies to enhance automation systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless production transfers, drive continuous improvement, and optimize robust designs wh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a crucial role in managing federal opportunity pipelines, overseeing proposal writing and editing, while supporting business-development operations to drive timely and strategic...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$124K - $156K *

Lead a small scrum team to develop and enhance features in a client-focused application. Blend hands-on coding with management to ensure high-quality technical delivery and foster an AI-first engineer...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in providing logistics management support for advanced radar systems, ensuring effective lifecycle maintenance and integrated product development while collaborating with various gover...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $195K *

Elevate your career by overseeing vessel management systems to enhance operational readiness, compliance, and efficiency. Lead continuous improvement efforts and deliver training while managing data i...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.