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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$82K - $245K *

Shape the future of microelectronics manufacturing by leading a high-impact team to drive operational excellence and innovation in product delivery and quality across multiple facilities...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Join our team to lead civil infrastructure projects, develop technical designs, and manage project phases in heavy civil engineering. Engage with clients and coordinate effectively to drive successful...

2 weeks ago

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

$79K - $147K *

Lead the charge in designing and integrating advanced crew and equipment systems in the aerospace sector, collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions while maintaining high standa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $101K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative structural engineering projects that transform visions into reality. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver comprehensive solutions for commercial and ind...

3 days ago

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

$98K - $147K *

Elevate production excellence by leading safety-centric processes and driving innovative solutions in manufacturing operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize designs and ensure t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $101K *

Join a team that's committed to innovative structural engineering solutions. As a Project Engineer, you'll collaborate with clients and manage projects while delivering high-quality analysis and desig...

3 days ago

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

$82K - $101K *

Unlock potential by leading structural engineering projects, transforming visions into innovative solutions. Collaborate with clients and teams, ensuring quality designs for diverse commercial and ind...

3 days ago

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

$101K - $140K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in advancing industrial control systems for complex manufacturing automation. You'll lead automation efforts, work with integrators, and ensure system performance...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $128K *

Support the US Navy's research team by applying finite element modeling expertise to analyze naval structures. Contribute to multiple concurrent projects while collaborating with government contractor...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$60K - $106K *

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to plan and execute AIT projects, ensuring timely delivery and mission alignment. Engage with government customers and internal stakeholders to enhance naval c...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Accelerate progress in product development by leading engineering efforts, designing and verifying components, and collaborating effectively with customers to meet project timelines and specifications...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $110K *

Take ownership of advanced Electronic Warfare systems to enhance US Air Force capabilities. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize threat simulations and validate EW mission data, ensuring combat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $152K *

Elevate your career by leading engineering evaluations for nuclear power uprate projects. Collaborate with clients and teams to enhance plant processes and component designs, driving the future of cle...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $152K *

Transform nuclear power operations by leading system evaluations, enhancing plant performance, and executing complex engineering analyses. Collaborate with teams to optimize energy output while ensuri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $152K *

Partner with us to lead mechanical analysis and engineering for nuclear power uprate projects. Utilize your expertise in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics to enhance systems and optimize plant proces...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $152K *

Drive significant advancements in nuclear power projects through innovative system evaluations and technical consulting. Collaborate with teams to enhance power plant performance and meet the industry...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$138K - $249K *

Optimize structural analysis as the first Stress Engineer, impacting innovative deep tech solutions in aerospace and defense. Leverage your expertise in composites to drive product development and met...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming manufacturing processes by analyzing production efficiencies, defining best practices, and contributing to operational success. Utilize your engineering expertise to dr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in transforming satellite designs into flight-ready systems by overseeing integration, testing, and validation efforts, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for successful miss...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Lead mechanical design initiatives in innovative hardware development, driving rapid prototyping and ensuring robust integration and testing across multiple engineering disciplines for high-performanc...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $123K *

Support advanced propeller system manufacturing through hands-on engineering, collaboration with design and production teams, and continuous improvement initiatives for high-quality, efficient product...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining project engineering by leading design efforts, coordinating tasks, and optimizing timelines and budgets. Take ownership of engineering activities that ensure project comp...

2 weeks ago

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

$156K - $210K *

Transform your career in a dynamic leadership role, guiding engineering teams to deliver innovative software solutions, champion AI practices, and foster collaboration to drive operational excellence...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $210K *

Shape the future of software solutions by leading diverse engineering teams to deliver robust, secure, and scalable applications. Drive AI-forward practices and foster collaboration to achieve excelle...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion the design and implementation of superconducting hardware, leading cross-team efforts to innovate and qualify technologies for fusion deployment while ensuring performance validation under re...

3 weeks 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.