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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$120K - $145K *

Engineer innovative drivetrain solutions for electric actuators, focusing on design, analysis, and testing. Collaborate with a cross-disciplinary team to optimize performance, efficiency, and scalabil...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $90K *

Innovate mechanical solutions by leveraging CAD expertise and collaboration. Drive product development through design, analysis, and project oversight while enhancing manufacturability and maintaining...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$63K - $117K *

Optimize workflows and production processes to enhance efficiency and safety. Collaborate with engineers to redesign layouts and implement cost-control measures, while leading training programs for pe...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $110K *

Grow your career with hands-on engineering in autonomy and robotics. Support integration, verification, and validation of unmanned aircraft systems while collaborating with experienced teams to enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion advancements in geotechnical engineering, leading client relationships, project management, and technical oversight for diverse initiatives in power generation and related fields...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in engineering management, blending technical expertise with team mentorship to drive innovative fluid power solutions while ensuring project success and fostering a collaborative envi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $118K *

Lead the charge in designing fuel cell stack components, ensuring optimal performance and manufacturability through innovative engineering solutions, prototyping, and cross-functional collaboration in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative geotechnical engineering solutions across diverse sectors. Manage multi-disciplinary projects while fostering client relationships and mentoring talent within...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform multi-discipline projects by leveraging your geotechnical expertise. Lead client relationships and staff management while ensuring project delivery in the Power Generation sector. Collaborat...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Optimize multi-discipline engineering projects, develop client relationships, and lead teams to deliver civil and geotechnical solutions for diverse industries, ensuring high standards of quality, saf...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead innovative geotechnical engineering projects, fostering client relationships and team collaboration while managing diverse teams and multi-discipline projects for clients across Energy...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead and inspire engineering initiatives in air traffic management systems, translating operational needs into actionable requirements while ensuring system performance and safety through effective in...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$187K - $270K *

Transform your career by leading the design and implementation of advanced web handling systems. As a technical authority, you'll drive innovation, mentor engineers, and shape the future of high-preci...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$79K - $126K *

Empower your career by developing 3D models and 2D drawings to support manufacturing engineering projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and resolve technical issu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Architect strategic engineering initiatives that enhance fleet reliability and compliance. Lead cross-functional teams in technical oversight, regulatory alignment, and operational excellence, driving...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $184K *

Lead the charge in designing and analyzing optomechanical systems for advanced imaging and sensing applications, ensuring robust performance in challenging environments while collaborating with cross...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $184K *

Oversee the mechanical design and analysis of optical assemblies for development and flight hardware, ensuring performance in demanding environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing processes through engineering principles and analytical techniques, enhancing productivity, safety, and product quality in a dynamic environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $153K *

Transform test systems engineering by designing and maintaining automated test infrastructure for RF hardware, ensuring compliance with IPC Class 3 and MIL-spec standards while collaborating across en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $136K *

Innovate in a dynamic role that spans the full engineering lifecycle, optimally integrating hardware/software systems and solving complex challenges with a talented, cross-disciplinary team...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join us to architect and lead the design of complex electromechanical systems that revolutionize pharmacy automation, ensuring precision and reliability while scaling production to meet nationwide dem...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $110K *

Manage project lifecycles, collaborating with teams to ensure client satisfaction and adherence to building codes, while producing accurate structural designs and detailed documentation for successful...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your engineering career by designing and integrating UAS payload systems. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to prototype and validate cutting-edge technologies, ensuring mission capabilitie...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform manufacturing processes by leading initiatives that enhance throughput, reduce costs, and foster employee engagement. Drive product improvements and manage new product introductions while co...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Lead a team in advanced structural analysis to optimize designs and ensure safety. Drive initiatives for strength testing, manage projects, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating across depar...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.