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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$130K - $155K *

Reimagine electrical engineering at the forefront of aerospace technology. Lead the design for pivotal launch pad systems, ensuring reliability and safety while integrating advanced technologies and m...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $180K *

Engage in advanced mechanical analyses for ground, airborne, and shipboard systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance command-and-control systems, ensuring high-impact engineering solutions th...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $160K *

Support advanced electrical hardware development for aircraft, tackling diverse technical challenges in power systems, circuit design, and system integration, while collaborating with cross-functional...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$253K - $295K *

Join a team that's redefining vehicle technology as you lead the architecture of a revolutionary interface layer, optimizing design and production for a mission-ready integration of software-defined s...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive electrical engineering solutions in water, transportation, and sustainability projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while performing analyses and guidance to ensure high-quality des...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $165K *

Unlock the potential of advanced bioelectronic systems by overseeing the neural substrate of innovative bionic brain technology, integrating living and engineered components to enhance adaptive learni...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$131K - $171K *

Shape the future of energy by leading multidisciplinary teams in designing innovative nuclear reactor systems, enhancing reliability, and ensuring regulatory compliance for groundbreaking technologies...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$98K - $133K *

Drive electronic product designs and analysis through detailed specifications and testing. Contribute to product lifecycle support while gathering performance data and conducting research to enhance f...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $105K *

Lead the deployment of advanced rail solutions by overseeing testing and commissioning. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure reliability and performance of systems while fostering innovation a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$87K - $109K *

Transform design capabilities by leading innovative solid rocket motor projects, ensuring technical excellence and collaboration across teams. Apply your engineering expertise to deliver high-quality...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $191K *

Lead the development of advanced small drone systems, driving technical direction and design from concept to deployment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that me...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in mechanical engineering for diverse projects. Leverage your experience in dynamic design, project management, and collaborative problem-solving to contribute to...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $156K *

Unlock potential by leading low power SoC physical design from RTL to GDSII. Collaborate across teams, innovate methodologies and ensure design excellence while mentoring junior engineers in a fast-pa...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $140K *

Empower innovative low power SoC designs by leading RTL to GDSII implementation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize methodologies while mentoring junior engineers for best-in-class pe...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Oversee and mentor a dynamic engineering team, ensuring project alignment with product goals, driving excellence and fostering collaboration across disciplines in software, AI, and data science...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $109K *

Advance configuration management by ensuring accuracy in engineering data and documentation, collaborating across departments to support plant operations, compliance, and efficiency. Your expertise wi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $150K *

Join a leading team as a Senior Naval Architect, driving submarine structure innovations, managing technical work, and leading multi-disciplinary projects to enhance best practices and client satisfac...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving the design and testing of innovative LV/MV power systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance energy technologies, ensuring adherence to industry standards while cont...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Develop and optimize navigation algorithms for advanced systems, ensuring precise performance through modeling, simulation, and sensor fusion, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to inno...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $149K *

Elevate UAS design through modeling and algorithm development, ensuring optimum flight performance and safety. Collaborate across teams to innovate and optimize solutions, supporting comprehensive tes...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading infrastructure improvements through technical assessments, feasibility studies, and design engineering. Collaborate with clients to deliver reliable, cost-effective solutio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer innovative MRO engineering solutions for complex rotating equipment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance equipment performance, while engaging directly in hands-on repairs and modificati...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $156K *

Deliver exceptional geotechnical engineering services for transportation projects. Engage in field investigations, design development, and project management while mentoring a skilled team to ensure q...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Empower facility operations by ensuring system safety, efficiency, and compliance. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to design and implement modifications, while conducting thorough evaluatio...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$133K - $161K *

Shape the future of aerospace technology by leading thermal design and analysis for innovative satellite systems. Collaborate in a dynamic team, ensuring excellence from concept through testing in an...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.