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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$71K - $100K *

Contribute to the advancement of aerospace innovation by supporting flight testing and collaborating across engineering disciplines. You’ll engage with multiple platforms and enhance processes to ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of spacesuit engineering, overseeing design, testing, and certification processes. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure the success of cutting-edge projects tha...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of aerospace quality assurance by ensuring compliance and excellence in production processes while collaborating with suppliers and customers to resolve issues and drive continuous im...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing nuclear engineering solutions. Leverage your expertise in structural analysis to enhance product performance and ensure compliance with industry standards whi...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to innovative software solutions that enhance business efficiency, streamline decision-making, and support strategic objectives. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and maintain im...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to design, analyze, and test cutting-edge spacecraft. Leverage your engineering expertise to advance innovative technology while collaborating across systems and stages from concep...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $131K *

Drive satellite operations and engineering solutions for national defense, analyzing telemetry, developing scripts, and optimizing performance across the lifecycle of space systems. Join a team dedica...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Design and develop innovative filtration products, leading cross-functional teams to transform concepts into manufacturable solutions while ensuring performance, quality, and cost-effectiveness throug...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $190K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Turbine Aerodynamicist, leading innovative turbine design and analysis for aircraft and industrial engines. Collaborate across teams to drive strategic improvements a...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Transform the future of robotics by developing advanced learning-based perception systems. Collaborate with engineers to integrate machine learning and classical robotics, ensuring real-world applicat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $250K *

Advance vehicle structural design to endure extreme conditions. Own performance from concept to prototype using cutting-edge tools. Collaborate across teams to ensure integration and durability in har...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $166K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading a diverse team, managing project execution, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective planning and collaboration. Mentor junior engineers while overs...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative engineering solutions in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with diverse teams to execute projects, ensuring safety and quality standards while managing complex...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform project execution by leading technical efforts, ensuring alignment with schedule and budget. Collaborate across teams to drive product development from inception to delivery, while managing...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$157K - $206K *

Advance your career by contributing to the development of innovative hypersonic flight control systems. This role involves algorithm design, tools development, and rigorous testing while collaborating...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $137K *

Unlock potential by leading structural analysis for aerospace projects, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure quality and innovation. Leverage engineering expertise to drive the development of ad...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $150K *

Drive innovation in mechanical engineering to enhance demining systems. Collaborate with global teams to design, test, and deploy advanced solutions, ensuring operational excellence and safety in huma...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of propulsion controls and embedded software for hybrid-electric aircraft, optimizing high-power motor drives and power converters to ensure optimal perform...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $129K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative solutions in propulsion systems design, integration, and anomaly resolution while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance safety and performance for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $129K *

Join a team that drives innovation in propulsion systems design and integration. You'll solve complex engineering challenges, enhance performance, and ensure safety standards are met while collaborati...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $200K *

Empower innovation in powertrain systems by leading design and development efforts. Collaborate with teams to tackle complex challenges, set standards, and ensure high-quality output in both Electric...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by providing engineering analysis and design support for complex projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure product quality and compliance while applying innovative solutions in a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing mechanical systems for biorefinery operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure innovative technologies transition from concept to reliab...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex spaceflight project operations, ensuring effective coordination across multiple engineering teams while balancing schedules, budgets, and stakeholder communications...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$205K - $294K *

Unlock your potential by leading technical strategies for hypersonic targets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive program success, manage risks, and ensure quality execution while engagin...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.