Aerospace Engineer Jobs

Aerospace Engineers play a significant role in the engineering industry as they are responsible for designing, developing, testing, and producing aircraft and spacecraft. They often specialize in areas such as aerodynamics, thermodynamics, celestial mechanics, flight mechanics, propulsion, acoustics, or guidance and control systems. They can work on the design of cutting-edge technology, such as commercial transport, military fighter jets, helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles, and even spacecraft. They also troubleshoot issues, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and conduct research to enhance flight safety and fuel efficiency.

In terms of skills, Aerospace Engineers should have a strong understanding of mathematical and physical sciences to design aircraft and spacecraft. They should also have excellent problem-solving abilities, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in using design and simulation software. A degree in aerospace engineering or a related engineering field is a fundamental requirement for this role. In addition, Professional Engineer (PE) certification is often beneficial. Prior to becoming a Aerospace Engineer, one might work as a Mechanical Engineer, Design Engineer, or a Systems Engineer, to gather essential skills and experience in the field.

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Principal Aerospace Engineer

  • Lone Tree, CO
  • 12 days ago
  • Lone Tree, CO
  • 12 days ago

Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or other related discipline and typically 14 or more years of relevant experience Higher education may substitute for relevant experience Experience leading...

Quality Engineer (Aerospace Metal Industry)

  • Bridgeport, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Bridgeport, NY
  • 7 days ago

Join Our Team as a Quality Engineer at Superior Metals Manufacturing! About the Role: Superior Metals Manufacturing is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Engineer to join our...

Avionics Systems Engineer

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 3 days ago

Basic Qualifications A Bachelors degree in systems engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or...

Aerospace Systems Engineer II (Air Focus)

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 2 days ago

Requisition #: 15813 Our Mission: Powering Innovation That Drives Human Advancement When visionary companies need to know how their world-changing ideas will perform, they close the gap between...

Requisition #: 16382 Our Mission: Powering Innovation That Drives Human Advancement When visionary companies need to know how their world-changing ideas will perform, they close the gap between...

Aerospace Systems Engineer and Integrator

  • Hampton, VA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 14 hours ago

Skills and Requirements BS or higher in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent Adaptive integration and leadership capabilities with an understanding of NASAs exploration programs with an ability to work...

Aerospace Engineer II

  • Englewood, CO
  • 15 hours ago
  • Englewood, CO
  • 15 hours ago

We are seeking an experienced Aerospace Engineer with a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related Engineering field....

Solid Rocket Propulsion Engineer

  • Edwards, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Edwards, CA
  • 15 hours ago

modeling, simulation and testing at the Air Force Research Laboratory, Rocket Propulsion Division (AFRL/RQR)....

Senior Electrical/Avionics Engineer (H/F)

  • Columbus, OH
  • 15 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 15 hours ago

Senior Electrical/Avionics Engineer (H/F) (M/F) AIRBUS HELICOPTERS, INC....

Flight Test Engineer (H/F)

  • Mobile, AL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 16 hours ago

Flight Test Engineer (H/F) (M/F) AIRBUS AMERICAS, INC. Mobile - USA Permanent contract il y a 15 jours AIRBUS AMERICAS, INC. recruits : Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations...

Spacecraft Systems Engineer

  • Englewood, CO
  • 16 hours ago
  • Englewood, CO
  • 16 hours ago

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted...

Avionics Engineer (H/F)

  • Mobile, AL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 16 hours ago

Avionics Engineer (M/F) SEGULA TECHNOLOGIES Mobile - USA Permanent contract il y a 12 jours SEGULA TECHNOLOGIES recruits : Company Description Segula Technologies is a global engineering and consulting...

Staff Civil Site Engineer - Aerospace & Industrial (Chesapeake)

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 18 hours ago

The Staff Civil Site Engineer will work on project teams to create world class site designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments on a variety of projects including pipelines,...

Aerospace Structural Engineer

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 20 hours ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 20 hours ago

Aerospace Structural Engineer to support the Propulsion Systems Readiness Directorate division.? This position is based in Huntsville, AL....

Assistant Structural Engineer - Aerospace & Industrial (Chesapeake)

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 20 hours ago

The Assistant Structural Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and...

Aerospace Engineer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Aerospace Structures and Materials
Explore the structural and material design of aircraft and spacecraft from the viewpoint of an aerospace engineer. How do you design an aircraft or spacecraft? And in doing so, how do you keep the...
Aerospace Dynamics
This undergraduate course builds upon the dynamics content of Unified Engineering, a sophomore course taught in the Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics at MIT. Vector kinematics are applied...
The Aerospace Industry
This course meets weekly to discuss recent aerospace history and current events, in order to understand how they are responsible for the state of the aerospace industry. With invited subject...

Salary for Aerospace Engineer Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireEngineering research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Aerospace Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Aerospace Engineers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
59.1%
Master's Degree
27.8%
Doctorate Degree
4.4%
Associate's Degree
3.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.3%
High School or GED
1.9%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Aerospace Engineers
2-4 years
32.3%
4-6 years
20.5%
8-10 years
9.7%
1-2 years
9.4%
6-8 years
7.6%
None
7.5%
10+ years
6.6%
Less than 1 year
6.6%


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