Explore Transportation Jobs Paying $100,000 and More

Transportation keeps people and goods moving—and it relies on skilled professionals to guide strategy, manage complex operations, and improve safety and efficiency. Explore vetted transportation opportunities on Ladders, including roles in transportation management, fleet operations, logistics, planning, and executive leadership. Ladders focuses on professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find opportunities aligned with their expertise.

Career Paths in Transportation

Transportation careers span public transit, trucking, aviation, rail, shipping, and supply chain operations. Senior professionals may lead regional or national operations, oversee fleets and transportation networks, manage budgets and compliance, or develop strategies for infrastructure and service delivery. Common opportunities include transportation director, operations executive, fleet manager, logistics leader, and transportation planner.

Skills Employers Look For

Employers often seek a combination of operational knowledge, leadership, and analytical ability. Relevant strengths may include transportation planning, route and fleet optimization, regulatory compliance, safety management, budgeting, vendor relations, data analysis, and team development. Experience with transportation systems and industry regulations can also be valuable, depending on the role and sector.

Find Your Next Transportation Role

Browse transportation jobs on Ladders to discover opportunities suited to experienced professionals. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then tailor your résumé to highlight measurable results, leadership experience, and improvements you have delivered in transportation or logistics operations.

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$225K - $250K *

Lead the strategy and growth of global embedded insurance programs, driving market opportunities from concept to scale. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize product performance and foster partne...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to manage certification activities and ensure compliance with relevant standards. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate timely project delivery while supporti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Innovate grant management processes by overseeing execution, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating across teams to enhance operational efficiency and project success for capital init...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$103K - $114K *

Lead the charge in enhancing maritime operations by overseeing engineering activities, ensuring safety standards, managing local vendor relations, and mentoring engineers. Drive compliance and efficie...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Drive operational excellence by leading industrial engineering projects that enhance safety, quality, and efficiency through Lean methodologies and data-driven solutions. Collaborate across teams to i...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $155K *

Explore a pivotal role in shaping autonomous delivery systems by leading the electrical design and architecture for cutting-edge sidewalk robots. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure rob...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful demand generation initiatives that enhance lead quality, optimize campaigns, and accelerate revenue growth through effective strategy, collaboration, and performance analysis across mu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$77K - $115K *

Invent innovative transportation solutions that enhance safety and connectivity. Collaborate with engineers to develop impactful projects, from bike paths to highways, ensuring community goals are met...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by partnering in a dynamic 2-person tractor-trailer team to transport LTL and general freight across diverse terrains in Northern Canada, ensuring efficient safety and compliance with...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$232K - $258K *

Accelerate security at scale by assessing vulnerabilities in critical services, conducting threat modeling, and automating security processes. Join a dynamic team focused on proactive risk reduction i...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$232K - $258K *

Shape the future of security by driving proactive risk reduction across critical services. Leverage offensive security methodologies and AI-powered automation to ensure robust security architecture in...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$232K - $258K *

Lead the charge in proactive security analysis and automation to enhance critical system protections. Collaborate across teams to identify vulnerabilities and drive technical solutions, ensuring a rob...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading the development of high-performance, scalable web scraping systems while ensuring security, compliance, and team excellence...

Los Angeles, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Lead the engineering team in designing and optimizing high-performance, scalable web scraping systems using Node.js, while ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of continuous learning and innova...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Transform business landscapes by driving B2B sales of transport, Internet, and dark fiber services, while nurturing relationships and expanding the company’s footprint in key market areas through stra...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Drive excellence at every level of transportation operations while leading strategic initiatives across multiple locations to enhance safety, service, and profitability for sustained growth and effici...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic capacity management, optimize carrier networks, and lead a dynamic team to enhance operational efficiency and foster industry collaborations ensuring a seamless transportation executio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$141K - $169K *

Join a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge mobile apps for vehicle integration. Collaborate with cross-functional groups, embrace new technologies, and take ownership of product quality while directl...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $156K *

Champion environmental compliance and analysis for large-scale projects, ensuring adherence to regulations like NEPA and Section 106 while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to achieve successful...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $120K *

Advance the electrification design for rail projects while leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative traction power solutions and ensuring compliance with safety standards...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$82K - $108K *

Transform the client IT experience by leading a dedicated team, ensuring exceptional customer service, technical support, and effective issue resolution while fostering professional growth in team mem...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$72K - $103K *

Transform paid media strategies by executing, analyzing, and optimizing campaigns that enhance business outcomes. Collaborate on audience development while leveraging data analytics to inform decision...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $115K *

Transform operations by leading warehouse management to ensure high-quality, efficient service, while enhancing team performance, managing inventory, and driving continuous improvement within a fast-p...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$182K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic leadership in facility maintenance operations, ensuring airport infrastructure integrity and compliance while optimizing assets and coordinating with stakeholde...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Optimize quality assurance strategies while leading a team to enhance project outcomes. Leverage your expertise in construction management to drive compliance and innovation in quality assurance proce...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of transportation jobs can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional opportunities in areas such as transportation management, fleet and operations leadership, logistics, planning, and executive management. Available roles vary over time.

  • Do transportation jobs on Ladders pay at least $100,000?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Check individual listings for compensation information and details about the role.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for senior transportation roles?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the position and employer. Senior roles often call for relevant industry experience, leadership ability, operational or logistics expertise, and knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements.

  • How can I improve my chances of landing a transportation leadership job?question toggle

    Emphasize relevant leadership experience and measurable results, such as efficiency improvements, safety performance, cost management, or successful projects. Tailor your résumé to the responsibilities and qualifications in each listing.