Last updated 2026-07-05
81 Aerospace & Defense Jobs in Washington, DC, United States
Browse 81 Aerospace & Defense jobs across Washington, DC, United States. Listings are updated hourly and include salary data where available.
Market data for Aerospace & Defense jobs in Washington, DC, United States
Professionals specializing in the design, development, and management of aerospace and defense systems and projects.
Washington, DC, United States Aerospace & Defense salary data
Salary figures are based on postings with disclosed compensation and are shown as annualized ranges when available.
| Pay type | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $100K | $133K–$175K | $220K |
| Scope | P50 salary | P25-P75 range | Samples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington metro | $158K | $131K-$189K | 175 postings |
| District of Columbia | $160K | $135K-$186K | 60 postings |
| U.S. | $131K | $97K-$170K | 5,749 postings |
Pay visibility: 51 of 81 visible postings include structured pay data (63%).
Explore Washington, DC, United States Aerospace & Defense salary data.
Companies with current Aerospace & Defense listings
| Company | Active jobs |
|---|---|
| Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory | 24 |
| Anduril Industries | 15 |
| BAE Systems | 10 |
| Quantum Space | 10 |
| Wd12 | 9 |
| Boeing | 6 |
| Boozallen | 6 |
Aerospace & Defense jobs by schedule
| Schedule | Active jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Full time | 81 | 100% |
Aerospace & Defense jobs by seniority
Common Aerospace & Defense job titles
| Title | Active jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Engineer | 2 | 2% |
| Electrical Engineer III | 2 | 2% |
| Engineering | 2 | 2% |
| Mission Integration Engineer | 2 | 2% |
| Senior Specialist, Field Engineering | 2 | 2% |
Aerospace & Defense jobs by listed location
| Location | Active jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC, United States | 35 | 51% |
| Arlington, VA, United States | 16 | 24% |
| Rockville, MD, United States | 8 | 12% |
| McLean, VA, United States | 5 | 7% |
| Laurel, MD, United States | 4 | 6% |
FAQ
- How many Aerospace & Defense jobs are listed in Washington, DC, United States?
- This page currently shows 81 Aerospace & Defense jobs in Washington, DC, United States.
- What salary data is available for Aerospace & Defense jobs in Washington, DC, United States?
- Salary comparison includes Washington metro ($158K P50, $131K-$189K P25-P75, 175 postings) and District of Columbia ($160K P50, $135K-$186K P25-P75, 60 postings).
- Which companies are hiring for Aerospace & Defense roles in Washington, DC, United States?
- Current listings include roles from Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (24 jobs, 18%), Anduril Industries (15 jobs, 11%), BAE Systems (10 jobs, 7%), Quantum Space (10 jobs, 7%), and Wd12 (9 jobs, 7%).
- What seniority levels are common for Aerospace & Defense jobs in Washington, DC, United States?
- The visible seniority mix includes Senior (47 jobs, 58%), Mid (30 jobs, 37%), and Entry (4 jobs, 5%).
- What work schedules are common for Aerospace & Defense jobs in Washington, DC, United States?
- The visible schedule mix includes Full time (81 jobs, 100%).
- What Aerospace & Defense job titles are common in Washington, DC, United States?
- Common titles include Chief Engineer (2 jobs, 2%), Electrical Engineer III (2 jobs, 2%), Engineering (2 jobs, 2%), Mission Integration Engineer (2 jobs, 2%), and Senior Specialist, Field Engineering (2 jobs, 2%).
- What does this market snapshot include?
- Most visible listings are full-time (81 of 81). Senior-level roles account for 47 of 81 listings. 51 of 81 visible postings include structured pay data.
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