Salary Range
$85,000 – $170,000
Job Outlook
6% growth through 2032
Education
Bachelor's in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering; Master's preferred
Work Settings
Onsite, Hybrid
About This Career
Aerospace Engineers design aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and missiles, applying aerodynamics, propulsion, and materials science to create safe and efficient flight systems.
Top Skills
AerodynamicsCFD analysisStructural analysisMATLABCAD/CAESystems engineering
Typical Responsibilities
- Design aerospace systems and components
- Perform computational fluid dynamics analysis
- Conduct stress and structural testing
- Ensure compliance with FAA/DOD regulations
- Collaborate on multidisciplinary teams
- Write technical reports and documentation
Common Certifications
✓ PE License✓ Security Clearance✓ FAA Certifications✓ Six Sigma
Career Progression
1
Junior Aerospace Engineer
0-3 years experience
2
Aerospace Engineer
3-7 years experience
3
Senior / Lead Engineer
7-12 years experience
4
Principal Engineer / Chief Engineer
12+ years experience
ATS Keywords to Include in Your Resume
aerodynamicsCFDstructural analysisflight dynamicsFAADO-178Csystems engineering
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Hiring Industries
Defense ContractorsNASAAerospace CompaniesAirlinesSpace Startups
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