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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$78K - $150K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing machine performance by diagnosing electrical and hydraulic failures. Oversee product development, mentor junior engineers, and support integration across multip...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by acting as a bridge between product leadership and lab teams. Champion technical execution, integration planning, and design alignment across diverse engineering domains to drive su...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $180K *

Champion mission assurance and flight reliability, ensuring the highest standards of safety and performance through cross-functional collaboration and rigorous investigation in aerospace programs...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Engineer cutting-edge mechanical systems through design, analysis, and testing. Focus on thermal, structural, and packaging challenges under various environmental conditions to ensure optimal performa...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Grow your career by driving innovative design solutions in multidisciplinary teams. Support technical compliance while managing projects within aerospace regulations and manufacturing limits. This hyb...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$57K - $104K *

Accelerate your career as a Junior Mechanical Engineer, providing vital onsite support to US Navy combatant craft systems. Engage in design, analysis, and testing, enhancing small craft lifecycle and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Unlock your potential as you lead the integration and validation of mechanical systems for refurbished passenger cars. Collaborate with suppliers to ensure compliance, conduct design reviews, and supp...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$70K - $95K *

Drive efficiency and optimize performance as you evaluate and qualify components. Take ownership of sourcing and managing materials while enhancing quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness in a fa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as you optimize manufacturing processes and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product manufacturability and drive continuous improvement in a cutting-edge environ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$149K - $259K *

Drive innovative coastal engineering solutions by managing marine structural projects. Provide expert guidance on design, analysis, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with multidisciplinary...

4 weeks ago

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

$156K - $271K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative marine structural engineering solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the design and analysis of complex waterfront projects, while mento...

4 weeks ago

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

$149K - $259K *

Shape the future of coastal engineering by developing innovative marine infrastructure solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive business development effo...

4 weeks ago

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

$149K - $259K *

Empower innovative coastal engineering solutions as a Principal Marine Structural Engineer. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, analyze, and implement marine infrastructure projects wi...

4 weeks ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Contribute to innovative electro-mechanical solutions by designing and delivering harness installations, collaborating closely with engineering leads to ensure project success and adherence to quality...

Saint-bruno, QCIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Lead and mentor a team of test engineers in developing and executing spacecraft test programs, driving operational excellence from development to high-rate production in a fast-paced aerospace environ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead and execute complex flight test programs, ensuring safety, compliance, and data accuracy. Mentor engineers while driving improvements in methodologies and contributing to strategic planning for a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Optimize vessel design by creating detailed 2D and 3D models, collaborating with engineers, and ensuring regulatory compliance to drive innovation in autonomous surface vessel development...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$220K - $292K *

Drive the future of unmanned air vehicle propulsion by leading engine integration, design, and testing efforts. Collaborate with a skilled team to rapidly develop innovative airframes with unmatched f...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative solutions for NASA's space exploration projects, utilizing advanced engineering skills and collaboration to achieve critical objectives in mechanic...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative systems supporting deep space exploration. Contribute your engineering expertise to enhance products while fostering creativity and collaboration i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Elevate your career as you engage in innovative hydromechanical design engineering, shaping propeller systems across military and commercial platforms, from concept to field support, while collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $171K *

Inspire innovation as you provide engineering support for payload systems, ensuring operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conduct testing, troubleshooting, and analysis, d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Execute innovative mechanical designs for rugged military hardware by leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure products meet rigorous specifications and performance standards while adhering to projec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $149K *

Engineer cutting-edge motor control systems for lunar vehicles, collaborating closely with diverse teams to create robust embedded software solutions that integrate with various actuator subsystems, e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Transform aircraft structures by performing advanced stress analysis for metallic and composite components. Collaborate with design teams to create innovative solutions, ensuring compliance and safety...

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  •   11 - 15 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.