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 *

Lead the maintenance and operation of electrical and power systems at launch facilities. Collaborate on electrical design and support launch operations, ensuring operational readiness of critical elec...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to the operation of complex electrical systems at launch sites, ensuring safety and reliability. Partner with cross-functional teams on maintenance, design, and documentation to support suc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team focused on supporting operational electrical systems for launch sites. You'll develop, validate, and maintain key power systems while collaborating with cross-functional groups to enhance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$144K - $176K *

Lead the charge in designing and engineering MV/LV electrical systems for advanced nuclear facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure power system integrity, supporting production...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to design innovative automation control systems, leading complex projects from inception to execution. Collaborate across departments to enhance programming standards and mentor en...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$145K - $182K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of advanced GN&C sensor systems for deep-space missions. Collaborate on innovative technology solutions and ensure successful integration and fli...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading impactful research in wireless communications and sensing systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on innovative projects while mentoring students and contribut...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$146K - $194K *

Take ownership of the Body subsystem for a maritime autonomous vehicle, leading design and integration of structural, propulsion, and buoyancy systems from concept to production while managing budgets...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer advanced avionics solutions by leading multidisciplinary teams to develop and certify cutting-edge systems. Drive innovation, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage the entire product lifecy...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a pioneering team to develop multiphysics models for fusion hardware, driving material selection and design in extreme environments. Collaborate cross-functionally to validate simulations, enhanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Contribute to innovative aerospace manufacturing by designing efficient processes, ensuring quality control, and optimizing supply chain logistics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $118K *

Drive innovation by collaborating with teams to develop advanced systems architecture and requirements for cutting-edge flight technologies, ensuring alignment with stakeholder needs and enhancing sys...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to bridging theoretical design and hardware integration. Support the full systems engineering lifecycle, ensuring rigorous validation and testing of high-value engineering...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team responsible for advanced avionics testing. Lead integrations, ensure reliability in systems, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve aerospace techn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join our dynamic team to support the validation of complex electrical systems. Contribute to designing test procedures, troubleshooting integration issues, and ensuring that interconnected systems per...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of complex tools and mechanisms essential for manufacturing. Collaborate with diverse teams while ensuring high standards of functionality and sa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Transform mechanical integration processes as a key contributor to innovative railway projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure quality, cost, and delivery compliance while enhancing continuo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $120K *

Shape the future of biometric technologies by leading human-subjects testing, designing experiments, and analyzing data to optimize AI systems for real-world applications in a collaborative environmen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $280K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize propulsion systems through advanced modeling and analysis. Leverage your expertise in engine balance, injector design, and combustion stability to enhance next-gen thru...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$185K - $280K *

Transform propulsion development by leveraging your expertise in engine modeling, injector design, and combustion stability. Collaborate with designers to optimize thruster systems, ensuring performan...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on cutting-edge flight test engineering. Collaborate on mission planning, software design, and innovative solutions to tackle complex challenges i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $166K *

Empower racing innovations by building aerodynamic CAD models and mechanical designs, collaborating closely with aerodynamicists to optimize performance through rapid iteration and precise engineering...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to innovative electro-mechanical designs and lead technical teams in developing solutions. Utilize advanced engineering techniques to optimize efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $199K *

Unlock potential by leading safety and reliability initiatives for Civil Mature Engines, ensuring product integrity through comprehensive analysis and collaboration across engineering teams. Drive inn...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $146K *

Join a pioneering team to drive innovation in hot structures mechanical design, enhancing propulsion capabilities for military applications. Collaborate with experts to solve complex engineering chall...

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  •   Less than 5 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.