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.

Find Aerodynamics Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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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$140K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading cargo integration for innovative spacecraft. Collaborate cross-functionally to design, analyze, and deliver complex mechanical systems from concept to mission support, e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Engineer and optimize safety-critical flight software, develop and test GN&C algorithms, and validate requirements. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance flight software processes and conduct in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Deliver innovative mechanical solutions for electric vehicle components, enhancing performance and durability while collaborating across teams to integrate and validate designs seamlessly into cutting...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $173K *

Join a dynamic team to develop advanced propulsion systems for future launch vehicles, conducting analyses, designing components, and delivering innovative solutions in the aerospace industry...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $173K *

Shape the future of launch vehicles by analyzing and optimizing propulsion systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative designs, and presenting findings that drive advance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Reimagine satellite technology by leading PCB design for spacecraft electronics. Collaborate in a dynamic startup to ensure robust and manufacturable components through careful testing and integration...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative mechanical designs and integration for payload hardware, ensuring mission success from concept through launch. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create reliable, flight-re...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your engineering career by leading mechanical design projects, conducting technical reviews, and resolving complex issues in diverse construction environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative mechanical designs and lead technical reviews for diverse projects. Collaborate with teams to resolve design challenges and ensure compliance with standards throughout the construc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Drive innovative mechanical designs and technical reviews, ensuring compliance and resolving issues during construction. Collaborate with A-E firms to enhance project outcomes across diverse mechanica...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Drive innovative mechanical designs and technical reviews, ensuring compliance and resolving issues during construction. Collaborate with A-E firms to deliver high-quality mechanical systems for diver...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the mechanical engineering team, overseeing design, quality assurance, and technical support for projects. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure project success while serving as the mechanical...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading technical direction in autonomy systems. Drive ownership of advanced perception, prediction, and planning components with cross-stack influence, facilitating innovation and...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of autonomy by leading technical direction in Perception, Prediction, and Planning. As the senior-most contributor, you'll influence cross-stack design and ensure functional architect...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$166K - $200K *

Champion the evolution of autonomous systems by driving innovative solutions in Perception, Prediction, and Planning. Influence the entire autonomy stack while collaborating with cross-functional team...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Bring your expertise to design and develop mechanisms for spaceflight systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful integration and testing of innovative technologies in com...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Drive innovation in space exploration by designing and developing mechanisms and electromechanical assemblies for cutting-edge spaceflight systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $150K *

Join a team that's pioneering mechanical design for reactor reactivity controls, focusing on innovative solutions and systems integration. Leverage your engineering expertise to ensure safe reactor op...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the engineering team in aerospace manufacturing, driving technical solutions, and fostering talent development in a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvem...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $203K *

Innovate and advance your career by designing advanced propulsion systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and optimize components, ensuring project success through effective planni...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$167K - $217K *

Transform aerospace innovation by leading materials and processes expertise. Drive development, testing, and specification processes to enhance reliability in cutting-edge aerospace applications. Coll...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $260K *

Innovate by designing, testing, and integrating advanced mechanical systems for remote piloted aircraft, ensuring reliability and safety through cradle-to-grave ownership while collaborating across mu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $260K *

Design, build, and test advanced mechanical systems for automated aviation, owning projects from conception to certification. Collaborate across teams to enhance safety-critical aircraft mechanisms an...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design of pressurized fluid systems for propulsion modules, driving architecture, testing, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure systems are safe, efficient, and r...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of composite design by leading innovative projects, ensuring quality and efficiency in product development, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional airbor...

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  •   8 - 10 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.