Aerospace Engineer Jobs in Florida

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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Senior Aerospace Systems Engineer - Safety and Reliability, Transporter Vehicle

  • Cape Canaveral, FL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Cape Canaveral, FL
  • 9 hours ago

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the...

Flight Test Engineer / Program Test Manager

  • Eglin, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Eglin, FL
  • 1 day ago

The successful applicant will be an experienced Test Engineer providing test and management leadership in support of AFSOC Airborne Adaptive Enterprise (A2E) acquisitions. They will work close...

Aerospace Systems Engineer III - Fault Management & System Autonomy - Blue Ring

  • Cape Canaveral, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Cape Canaveral, FL
  • 2 days ago

engineering, Physics, or an equivalent technical field 5+ years of experience with systems engineering principles and processes as they relate to the development of an aerospace system Demonstrated...

Aeronautical Engineer

  • Lakeland, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL
  • 8 days ago

ECS is seeking an Aeronautical Enginee r that specializes in air-launched UAS Operations to work in our Lakeland, FL office. The incumbent will directly interface with the Uncrewed Aircraft...

F-16 Avionics Engineer SME

  • Eglin, FL
  • 11 days ago
  • Eglin, FL
  • 11 days ago

Possesses expert level knowledge of the F-16 avionics architecture, avionics communication protocols, and software suite capabilities....

Lead Propulsion Engineer

  • Titusville, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Titusville, FL
  • 12 days ago

5+ years of experience with propulsion system components, interfaces and their design/integration variables, within aerospace vehicles 5+ years of experience with propulsion system design/integration...

Intern Conversion: (Early Career) Propulsion Engineer I

  • Cape Canaveral, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Cape Canaveral, FL
  • 12 days ago

Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, astronautical engineering, or equivalent....

Preferred Qualifications: Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering Proficiency with NX Solid Modelling or similar 3D modeling software Proficiency with Teamcenter Understanding of GD&T and MBE...

Preferred Qualifications: Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering Proficiency with NX Solid Modelling or similar 3D modeling software Proficiency with Teamcenter Understanding of GD&T and MBE...

Aerospace Engineer -Supplier Development

  • Clearwater, FL
  • 14 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL
  • 14 days ago

Overview Industry: Aerospace Position: Aerospace Engineer -Supplier Development Location: Largo, FL Duration: 6 months to a year (Starting in October 2025) Frequency: Full-time / W2 Pay Range: $75.00...

Aerospace Systems Engineer II - New Glenn

  • Cape Canaveral, FL
  • 16 days ago
  • Cape Canaveral, FL
  • 16 days ago

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the...

T2000 - Aerospace Engineer

  • Merritt Island, FL
  • 22 days ago
  • Merritt Island, FL
  • 22 days ago

Experience with cryogenics (LN2) utilized in vacuum load servicing and de-servicing Experience working with spacecraft flight fluid systems, such as Propulsion or Environmental Life Support....

Electrical/Aerospace Engineer I,II,& III

  • Kennedy Space Center, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kennedy Space Center, FL
  • 30+ days ago

We are launching people to the Moon and Mars. If you want to be part of this amazing mission and enjoy working in a great team environment, we would love to have you as part of our team that is...

Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer II

  • Miami, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Org Marketing Statement At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the...

LRSO/Missile Engineer

  • Eglin AFB, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Eglin AFB, FL
  • 60+ days ago

The Nuclear Operations Directorate (NOD) is seeking a Project Engineer to provide mechanical engineering support to the USAF Long Range Stand Off (LRSO) Program Office Air Vehicle group with development...

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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 in Florida

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 in Florida 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
1.8%
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 in Florida
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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