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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$105K - $231K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative fluid dynamics projects, analyzing marine vehicle hydrodynamics, and performing experimental testing. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance vehicle...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $173K *

Engineer innovative thermal solutions for complex aerospace systems. Collaborate with a passionate team analyzing Atlas V and Vulcan launch vehicles, ensuring designs meet operational thermal requirem...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $173K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovative thermal engineering solutions for advanced launch systems, ensuring performance during critical phases. Your expertise will significantly influence the design a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Deliver comprehensive reliability and safety assessments for advanced space systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards while enhancing system reliabili...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Engineer daily manufacturing support, optimize quality/cost/delivery. Collaborate cross-functionally to refine processes, enhance operations, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring compliance...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $220K *

Oversee aerodynamic simulations and design optimizations to enhance eVTOL aircraft performance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and utilize advanced modeling techniques to drive innovation in...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at energy innovation as a Materials Test Engineer, planning and executing testing programs, conducting data analysis, and reporting. Collaborate in a dynamic R&D environment to adv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $179K *

Lead complex aviation engineering projects, ensuring timely completion and client satisfaction through effective management of schedules, teams, and technical guidance in a dynamic environment...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Analyze and validate structural loads, dynamics, and vibrations for groundbreaking mechanical systems, ensuring integrity throughout the product lifecycle in a fast-paced, innovative environment with...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $156K *

Join our Thermal Engineering team to develop spacecraft thermal solutions throughout the life cycle. Collaborate on innovative thermal analysis, testing, and R&D projects while managing complex models...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Oversee plant engineering operations, enhancing safety and efficiency across systems. Lead maintenance staff, develop compliance programs, and drive continuous improvements to achieve operational exce...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative engineering solutions for renewable energy projects, managing scopes from design to execution. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure quality, safety, and ef...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Execute project coordination for aircraft seat design, ensuring compliance with FAA/EASA regulations. Engage with teams and clients, monitor schedules, and drive engineering processes to meet customer...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Transform missile flight test operations by applying your engineering expertise. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety, analyze systems, and oversee the development and implementation of advanced in...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional collaboration to define and manage system-level requirements for functional safety and diagnostics in automotive propulsion systems, ensuring compliance and high performance thro...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Champion the quality of digital enterprise software testing by coordinating project initiatives, refining test strategies, and enhancing regression suites, ensuring rigorous compliance with establishe...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Support the enhancement of software testing quality by coordinating efforts across IT and project teams. Lead processes to implement effective testing strategies, ensuring consistent application of qu...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $153K *

Join a team that's dedicated to the design and support of electromechanical systems for advanced Navy aircraft carriers. Drive technical excellence through collaboration with engineers, suppliers, and...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving innovation in lean manufacturing for gas turbine engine components. Collaborate on process improvements, design blueprints, and develop manufacturing plans to enhance opera...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage MEP and Fire Suppression design projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver excellent construction documents for diverse clientele in various sectors, ensuring compliance wit...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$63K - $127K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of space exploration by designing and developing safety-critical flight software for revolutionary space vehicles. Collaborate in a dynamic environment and contri...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $120K *

Innovate and shape the future of engineering by applying critical thinking skills across planning, design, and construction phases. Collaborate with teams on multiple projects while enhancing your pro...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$103K - $129K *

Advance your career by leading the design and optimization of power systems. Work collaboratively to enhance safety and efficiency while mentoring engineers and providing strategic direction in a hybr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $120K *

Transform the engineering landscape by applying innovative solutions to diverse projects, balancing both field and office roles, while working collaboratively to meet client needs and drive project su...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $205K *

Lead the charge in spacecraft actuator design and development, managing a dynamic team to deliver high-performance components while collaborating across engineering disciplines for innovative solution...

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.