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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$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

$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

$90K - $120K *

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for mechanical engineering calculations, specifications, and vendor evaluations in the design and construction of mineral processing plants. This rol...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

$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

$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...

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  •   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...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's committed to engineering integrated fire control solutions. Collaborate with experts to develop scalable C++ applications and improve system performance. Drive innovation and take p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

$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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  •   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

$105K - $148K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing advanced electromechanical systems. Collaborate across teams to transition projects from concept to production while ensuring compliance with rigorous engin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $148K *

Join a team that's pioneering innovative mechanical solutions for advanced airborne and robotics platforms. Leverage your design and analysis expertise to support complex electromechanical systems and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $229K *

Oversee the development of cutting-edge power distribution architectures for AI-driven datacenters, driving innovation and technical excellence to enhance energy efficiency and resiliency. Collaborate...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $229K *

Shape the future of data center power systems by innovating cutting-edge rack-level power architecture, driving advancements in energy efficiency and resiliency to enable peak performance in AI-driven...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $229K *

Lead the innovation of power distribution architectures for AI-driven datacenters, driving technical excellence and pioneering solutions that enhance energy efficiency and resiliency while collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $229K *

Empower the future of datacenter power architectures by driving innovation in rack-level power solutions. Lead cross-functional teams to redefine energy efficiency and resiliency while engaging with i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead and optimize chemical operations, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance while driving continuous improvement and development of technical leaders in powder processing and energetic material m...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Advance your engineering career by designing innovative electrical systems and collaborating with a dynamic team dedicated to client solutions and community impact. This role offers growth through eng...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Drive safety assurance for launch operations by analyzing systems and overseeing compliance with safety standards and regulations, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance mission ca...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Inspire innovation as a technical lead in advanced defense technologies, emphasizing system architecture and design oversight for high-reliability projects while mentoring junior engineers and collabo...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $217K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of aerospace defense technology, leading a skilled team of electrical engineers to drive innovation, ensure program success, and foster talent development while adh...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $180K *

Develop and validate cutting-edge electrical systems for stratospheric flight, guiding the design and integration of avionics, power distribution, and communication solutions. Mentor engineers and col...

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.