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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$200K - $280K *

Drive the growth of a high-performing engineering team focused on AI applications. Lead engineering efforts to deliver impactful, customer-ready solutions while fostering collaboration and efficiency...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $165K *

Play a key role in developing high-performance systems as part of our dynamic team. Collaborate with top engineers to tackle complex challenges, drive innovation, and optimize solutions within a flexi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $138K *

Lead the commissioning scope for high-voltage and battery storage projects, managing timelines, resources, and technical coordination across multiple concurrent projects to ensure successful energizat...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$142K - $178K *

Advance your career by building and operating compute services for satellite imaging. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance reliability, scalability, and availability of our next-gen imaging p...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $154K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading a civil engineering team in data center developments. Manage risk assessment, ensure compliance, foster collaboration, and implement innovative strategies for succe...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$84K - $129K *

Drive impactful energy solutions by guiding clients through project strategies and operational improvements. Collaborate with technical experts on diverse projects shaped by market trends and innovati...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $225K *

Drive compliance and reliability in the electric utility sector, ensuring adherence to NERC Operations & Planning and CIP standards to enhance grid stability and security. Collaborate with teams to im...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive effective configuration management processes in a dynamic defense program, focusing on compliance and improvement in hypersonic systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure technical docume...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $250K *

Optimize testing strategies for cutting-edge data center chips, ensuring manufacturability and reliability for remote edge deployment. Lead DFT architecture and collaborate cross-functionally to enhan...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$220K - $265K *

Elevate the reliability and efficiency of production systems while leading a talented global DevOps/SRE team. Drive security, scalability, and automation initiatives on an AWS-based infrastructure, al...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $157K *

Unlock quality excellence as you lead cross-functional initiatives, driving customer satisfaction and continuous improvement in manufacturing and engineering processes to meet strategic business goals...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine change management by driving SAP transformation initiatives, fostering user adoption through strategic communication, tailored training, and robust governance. Shape stakeholder experiences...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$280K - $350K *

Lead the charge in clinical development for movement disorders. Shape strategic initiatives, drive trial execution, and interpret data to ensure successful regulatory interactions and patient outcomes...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing software quality through both automated and manual testing, ensuring effective CI/CD practices and compliance with accessibility standards throughout the SDLC f...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive high-quality federal proposals by managing timelines, content, and teams, ensuring compliance with RFx requirements. Collaborate cross-functionally to produce compelling and accurate responses t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$114K - $190K *

Innovate and shape the future of biomedical products through strategic market insights, defining growth opportunities, and developing actionable product strategies, ultimately delivering impactful sol...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $87K *

Execute advanced atmospheric modeling systems using high-performance computing to improve wildfire forecasting. Integrate satellite observations and support research in fire behavior and aerosol impac...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Champion environmental permitting excellence by ensuring compliance with regulations in New England. Collaborate on diverse projects across energy and state infrastructure sectors, leveraging strong p...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Drive the product strategy and delivery for enterprise Knowledge Management, focusing on governance frameworks, content quality, and AI readiness. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance employee sel...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$158K *

Champion the implementation of Oracle ERP Cloud solutions, providing technical leadership and collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and optimize scalable SCM applications, ensu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $240K *

Engage in building innovative software solutions that enhance private markets investing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver quality projects, driving progress through effective communi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $128K *

Empower your career by analyzing and managing complex network systems for a large-scale environment, improving connectivity and security protocols while providing technical support and training to a d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Elevate security by engineering cloud infrastructures with a focus on Azure and AWS. Design and implement security architectures, automate operations, and lead technical discussions, ensuring complian...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading on-site installation efforts, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in high-impact projects while coordinating with various stakeholders to meet schedule and execution s...

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2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Transform your experience by leading data and ontology enablement practices across multiple business units to support effective AI initiatives, ensuring alignment between Global IT and operations whil...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.