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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Aerospace Engineers

  • Blue Ridge, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Blue Ridge, TX
  • 3 days ago

Engineers Electrical Hardware Engineers Flight Test Engineers Project Engineers Material & Process Engineers Click 'APPLY NOW' to register for this event....

Propulsion Engineer

  • Highlands Ranch, CO
  • 3 hours ago
  • Highlands Ranch, CO
  • 3 hours ago

calibrate the propulsion system components to ensure accurate and reliable performance....

Cleared Senior/Principal Aeronautical Engineer, NG&C - Onsite

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 hours ago

Qualifications We Require: Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, plus 5 years of relevant experience....

Principal Aerospace Engineer

  • Englewood, CO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Englewood, CO
  • 4 hours ago

We are seeking a Principal Aerospace Engineer to own the design and analysis of innovative engineering solutions and guide small teams of engineers on customer projects....

Engineering with an airplane interest....

Senior Avionics Engineer (Harnessing and Integration)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 17 hours ago

engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or physics 3+ years of experience with electromechanical design, analysis, and testing (internships and significant student project experience...

Aerospace Engineer

  • Belcamp, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Belcamp, MD
  • 1 day ago

Preferred Qualifications: Experience as a Aerospace Engineer or performing System Engineer related activities....

Flight Test Engineer

  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

Mach is a defense manufacturing company that builds munitions to help the United States win future wars. Backed by $85M in funding from top venture firms, our small lean team ideates, designs,...

Basic Flight Test Engineer

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 1 day ago

Check out this NEW Opportunity with Axient! Make a Real Difference - Axient is seeking a basic level Flight Test Engineer to provide programmatic, technical, and analytical support to the Missile...

Intern, Spacecraft Systems Engineer (Spacecraft & Manufacturing)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Engineering, or similar....

Aerospace Systems Engineer Summer Internship

  • Windsor, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Windsor, CT
  • 1 day ago

An Aerospace Systems Engineer summer internship job is currently available at Belcan in Windsor, CT. This is a full-time internship from May until August 2025. To be considered, you will need to...

Avionics Engineer

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 1 day ago

Job Title : Avionics Engineer 10+ Months Contract Fort Worth, TX Position is contract only that will go into next year. 100% onsite. Interviews will be 1st round virtual, 2nd round onsite if...

Entry Level Aerospace Systems Engineer

  • Windsor, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Windsor, CT
  • 1 day ago

An Entry Level Aerospace Systems Engineer job is currently available at Belcan in Windsor, CT. This is a full-time direct position with benefits. To be considered, you will need a Bachelor's...

Junior Aerospace Engineer

  • Dahlgren, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Dahlgren, VA
  • 1 day ago

Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Science Degree in Aerospace Engineering (advanced degrees preferred) Candidates must possess at least 0 to 5 years of work experience Candidates should demonstrate...

Avionics Engineer

  • Dayton, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 1 day ago

Avionics Engineer Avionics Engineer, Senior Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Dayton, Ohio HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to...

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...
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...
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...

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
4.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.4%
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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