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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$95K - $115K *

Engage with partners to design and test mechanical systems, driving innovative fusion energy solutions while managing relationships and delivering complex projects in a fast-paced environment...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Manage and support the shipboard testing of submarine non-nuclear systems, providing technical expertise and troubleshooting solutions. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure compliance and oper...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing UAV airframe structures, ensuring top performance while collaborating cross-functionally. Drive the full hardware lifecycle with innovative mechanical desig...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Engage in the design and development of mechanical components for power generation products. Collaborate across teams to enhance product quality and ensure excellence in engineering practices, contrib...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $138K *

Transform engineering efficiencies by leading Stress Analysis for NPI and sustaining programs, collaborating across multiple global teams to enhance structural integrity, productivity, and quality in...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $138K *

Lead Stress Analysis for diverse NPI programs, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance aerospace product design. Utilize expertise to drive technical solutions and influence both short-term and lo...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $249K *

Elevate mission success by leading cutting-edge payload systems engineering activities, integrating innovative technologies and analyzing complex systems to enhance national security and resiliency in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Elevate your career by providing expert engineering project management and consulting services for marine and power plant systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance, while leading teams and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of marine engineering by leading projects on power systems, optimizing performance for engines and electronic systems. Bring your expertise to deliver advanced solutions for vessels a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Champion issue resolution for brake controls by analyzing data, executing investigations, and collaborating cross-functionally to provide timely solutions, while ensuring safety and compliance with qu...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Shape advanced structural designs and coordinate complex engineering solutions across projects. Utilize your expertise in engineering analysis and collaboration to ensure project compliance with stand...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Innovate and lead the design of spacecraft structural systems from concept to launch, collaborating cross-functionally to integrate hardware while ensuring high-performance and reliability in fast-pac...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop advanced electronic warfare and acoustic systems for maritime applications, ensuring rapid integration and deployment for the US Navy and Marine Corps, with o...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives in aerospace manufacturing, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement through audits, data analysis, and adherence to standards. Collaborate across teams to en...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $99K *

Manage design efforts by researching and developing mechanical systems for various industries. Collaborate across departments to support sales, customer needs, and project milestones while ensuring hi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $99K *

Drive engineering initiatives by designing innovative mechanical systems for various industries, providing technical support for projects and sales while ensuring compliance with specifications and fo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $192K *

Innovate advanced control systems for cutting-edge powertrain technologies. Analyze customer needs, design algorithms, and validate complex interactions through rigorous simulations and testing, foste...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

Execute launch operations by managing vehicle readiness, integration, and mission execution across multiple sites. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure mission success and optimize launch processe...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Lead the charge in product engineering for Interior Trim programs, focusing on door panels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure technical feasibility, quality, and efficiency during all...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Engineer innovative mechanical designs and systems under senior guidance. Develop detailed designs, collaborate across teams, and ensure quality through review processes while continuously enhancing e...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced propulsion systems by defining technical specifications, balancing controls, software, and hardware for an innovative vehicle project with cutting-edge technolog...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $175K *

Drive human factors engineering strategies to enhance safety at a pioneering nuclear recycling facility, ensuring effective personnel operations and reducing human error through interdisciplinary coll...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$119K - $142K *

Join a team that's redefining HVAC and plumbing design! Leverage your expertise in mechanical engineering to drive innovative projects, ensuring quality assurance and design excellence across various...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading Power Systems engineering for innovative reactor projects. Drive design and coordination across disciplines and stakeholders, ensuring alignment and safety in a first-of-a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $106K *

Join a team that's driving project success by coordinating multiple engineering tasks, supporting project managers, and mentoring junior engineers. Leverage your expertise to satisfy technical and com...

5 days 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.