Aerodynamics Engineer Jobs

Explore Aerodynamics Engineer jobs for experienced professionals who design, analyze, and improve how air moves around aircraft, spacecraft, vehicles, and other engineered systems. These specialists apply fluid dynamics, computational modeling, and test data to help teams meet performance, safety, efficiency, and certification goals. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles across aerospace, aviation, defense, automotive, and advanced mobility.

What Aerodynamics Engineers Do

Aerodynamics Engineers develop and evaluate designs to reduce drag, manage lift and stability, control heat transfer, and improve overall system performance. Their work may include computational fluid dynamics (CFD), wind tunnel testing, flight or track testing, technical analysis, and collaboration with design, structures, propulsion, and manufacturing teams. Responsibilities vary by employer, product, and career level.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a degree in aerospace, mechanical, or a related engineering discipline, along with experience in fluid mechanics and engineering analysis. Useful capabilities may include CFD tools, programming or scripting, data interpretation, experimental methods, technical communication, and familiarity with design and simulation workflows. Senior roles may also call for project leadership, requirements ownership, and cross-functional decision-making.

Industries and Career Paths

Aerodynamics Engineers work on commercial and military aircraft, launch vehicles, satellites, racing and passenger vehicles, drones, and emerging transportation technologies. Career paths can lead to senior or principal engineering positions, technical specialist roles, team leadership, or broader vehicle and systems engineering work. Opportunities depend on an employer’s products, programs, and requirements.

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Search Ladders for vetted Aerodynamics Engineer opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare employers and industries, and find positions that align with your technical background and career goals.

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$95K - $115K *

Help us design and optimize flight controllers for advanced drone systems. Collaborate closely with a small team to model, test, and refine control systems, ensuring robust performance in real-world a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$185K - $280K *

Drive the design and development of advanced propulsion systems for spacecraft, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure performance and reliability. Shape the future of space exploration...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$185K - $280K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of space exploration by designing, building, and testing advanced propulsion systems. Leverage your expertise to mentor engineers and collaborate across disciplin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $213K *

Accelerate your career with a vital role ensuring airworthiness for aerospace projects. Collaborate across teams to achieve certification objectives and uphold standards throughout the product lifecyc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the evolution of advanced vehicle engineering by transforming innovative concepts into functional electric vehicles through cross-functional collaboration and customer-focused design...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Innovate by leading advanced vehicle engineering projects that transform concepts into functional vehicles. Collaborate across teams to enhance product designs, incorporating customer feedback and the...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of aerospace by conducting advanced thermal analyses and supporting NASA research. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance propulsion systems and materials, driving innovation in na...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career as an Implementation Engineer, leveraging data-driven insights to solve complex national security challenges. Collaborate with teams to implement technology solutions, deliver impa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Analyze trajectory and performance metrics for lunar missions while collaborating cross-functionally on GNC system design and software development, driving mission requirements through simulations and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $155K *

Elevate your career by designing cutting-edge mechanical systems for space technology. Lead projects from concept to implementation, ensuring high performance and reliability while collaborating with...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $160K *

Transform thermal engineering for electric aerial drones by developing high-fidelity FEA and CFD models. Lead thermal management strategies for critical components, ensuring optimal performance across...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Develop and optimize production processes for aerospace turbine components, leading technical projects and driving improvements in quality and efficiency. Collaborate across teams to support operation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Engineer innovative maritime countermeasure systems, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to design, develop, and test mechanical components. Contribute throughout the product lifecycle, ensuri...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Drive the cross-functional development of innovative aircraft concepts, coordinating multidisciplinary trades and managing technical risks to optimize next-gen electric aviation solutions. Collaborate...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $150K *

Shape the future of electric aviation by leading cross-functional aircraft development, coordinating technical reviews, and optimizing next-gen designs to drive innovation and efficiency in aerospace...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing electric aviation by driving cross-functional development for next-gen aircraft concepts. Collaborate across disciplines to optimize designs, manage risks, and suppo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $171K *

Take ownership of production readiness for space hardware, driving designs from low-rate to high-rate manufacturing. Collaborate across teams to enhance producibility, reliability, and efficiency whil...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$57K - $107K *

Reimagine the future of vehicle design as a Structures Engineer, transforming concepts into production-ready designs through advanced simulations and collaborative problem-solving with cross-functiona...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform auxiliary systems for gas turbines by designing, analyzing, and supporting lifecycle operations. Collaborate on advanced modes including hydrogen blending and emissions control while ensurin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform manufacturing operations by enhancing processes, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to boost safety, quality, and productivity in a dynamic environ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive the design and development of innovative maritime countermeasure systems, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance naval vessel protection through advanced mechanical engineering s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $135K *

Deliver comprehensive project management for F/A-18 and EA-18G initiatives, ensuring coordination among cross-functional teams and effective communication with stakeholders to meet technical and perfo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$156K - $234K *

Lead the charge in designing and analyzing large structures for fusion energy systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize designs, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join us to provide mechanical engineering expertise for hypersonic weapons systems, ensuring operational readiness and lifecycle sustainment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain techni...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion the lifecycle sustainment of hypersonic weapons systems, ensuring operational readiness and technical integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align engineering solutions with fl...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Aerodynamics Engineer do?question toggle

    An Aerodynamics Engineer analyzes and improves airflow around vehicles and other systems. The work can involve computational simulations, physical testing, design recommendations, and collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Aerodynamics Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles ask for a degree in aerospace, mechanical, or a related engineering field, plus knowledge of fluid mechanics and experience with analysis or simulation. Specific requirements vary by position and employer.

  • Which industries hire Aerodynamics Engineers?question toggle

    Employers can be found in aerospace, aviation, defense, automotive, motorsports, space, drone development, and advanced mobility.

  • What tools and skills are useful in aerodynamics roles?question toggle

    Commonly useful skills include computational fluid dynamics, wind tunnel or other experimental testing, data analysis, programming, engineering design, and clear technical communication. The tools sought depend on the role.

  • Can I find Aerodynamics Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders lists vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Aerodynamics Engineer openings and review each listing for its specific compensation and qualifications.