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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Ashton North LLC

Avionics Systems Engineer

Are you ready to take your career to new heights with an exciting opportunity in the aviation industry? We are on the lookout for a talented Avionics Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team in...

Aerospace Engineers

  • Blue Ridge, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Blue Ridge, TX
  • 1 day ago

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

Propulsion Engineer, Sr.

  • Petaluma, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Petaluma, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience): Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field (Masters preferred). 8+ years of systems engineering development...

Principal / Sr. Principal Engineer Aeronautical - VMS Computer Hardware

  • San Diego, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 9 hours ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work...

Flight Test Engineer (Lead or Senior)

  • Berkeley, MO
  • 9 hours ago
  • Berkeley, MO
  • 9 hours ago

Flight Test Engineer (Lead or Senior) Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) Organization has a need for a Flight Test Engineer in Berkeley, MO for F15 international...

Propulsion Engineer - Rocket Components

  • Houston, TX
  • 12 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 12 hours ago

Serve as POC for software-related propulsion changes\: Maintain a current listing of all propulsion-related software changes. Evaluate or delegate evaluation of the changes, prior to each flight....

Avionics Systems Engineer (Starship)

  • TX
  • 17 hours ago
  • TX
  • 17 hours ago

Salary Confidential Position range in Cameron County $63k - $109k Per Year Avionics Systems Engineer (Starship) SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES Occupation: Electrical Engineers Location: BOCA...

Compression Aerodynamics Engineer

  • OH
  • 17 hours ago
  • OH
  • 17 hours ago

Summary Activities aimed at proving a concept to be valid or technically feasible by the application of scientific and engineering methodologies. Work in this family typically has the objective of...

Staff Materials & Processes Engineer, Propulsion

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 18 hours ago

About the Role: Function as an M&P focal for key Terran-R propulsion and laser powder bed fusion initiatives Qualify laser powder bed fusion and associated post- processes for propulsion activities...

Senior Stage Propulsion Engineer

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 18 hours ago

This requires us to integrate our designs with those of the structures, propulsion, avionics hardware teams....

Aeronautical Engineer - Propulsion

  • Henderson, NV
  • 20 hours ago
  • Henderson, NV
  • 20 hours ago

Description:We are Lockheed Martin Supporting flight test as a propulsion engineer, the selected candidate will initially work under the guidance of the team with the goal of quickly becoming an independent...

Principal Propulsion Engineer

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 21 hours ago

Desired Skills & Qualifications: Master of Science (M.S.) in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. 10+ years of relevant experience in spacecraft propulsion system or component development....

degree or higher in aeronautical/astronautical, aerospace, or mechanical engineering Strong understanding of turbomachinery aerodynamics, hydrodynamics, and mechanical design Strong understanding of...

Propulsion Engineer

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

The Propulsion Engineer will support the Missile Defense Agency Director for Test and Targets (DT) with the development of missile defense target vehicles....

Aerospace Missile Engineer NEW

  • King George, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • King George, VA
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities in this position include, but are not limited to: - Candidate will be an Aerospace Engineer who will be supporting detailed design of an anti-ship missile test target and the associated...

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
59.0%
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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