Aerospace Engineer Jobs

Explore aerospace engineer jobs for experienced professionals designing, developing, and testing aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and related systems. Ladders features vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you focus your search on high-paying roles across aerospace, aviation, defense, and space technology.

What Aerospace Engineers Do

Aerospace engineers apply engineering principles to the design and performance of vehicles and systems that operate in the atmosphere and in space. Depending on the role, they may develop structures, propulsion systems, avionics, flight controls, or thermal and materials solutions. They also analyze requirements, run simulations, evaluate prototypes, and help ensure that products meet performance, reliability, and safety standards.

Common Aerospace Engineering Specialties

Job titles and responsibilities vary by employer and project. Opportunities may include aircraft design, spacecraft and satellite engineering, propulsion, aerodynamics, guidance and control, structural analysis, systems engineering, manufacturing, and flight test. Some positions focus on research and development, while others emphasize integration, production, certification, or lifecycle support.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for a degree in aerospace engineering or a related discipline, along with relevant technical experience. Helpful capabilities include computer-aided design, computational fluid dynamics, finite element analysis, systems engineering, modeling and simulation, and familiarity with applicable industry standards. Communication, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to solve complex problems are also valuable, especially on multidisciplinary programs.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Aerospace engineers work for aircraft and spacecraft manufacturers, defense contractors, airlines, government agencies, research organizations, and emerging space companies. Experienced engineers can pursue technical leadership, systems architecture, program management, or specialist roles. Browse Ladders to discover vetted aerospace engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more and find opportunities aligned with your expertise and career goals.

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$145K - $222K *

Lead and mentor a team in tackling complex electrical engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery and client satisfaction while coordinating multi-discipline efforts in the nuclear power sector...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Drive the future of structural engineering by leading complex capital projects, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring technical excellence across diverse markets, particularly in healthcare. Collaborat...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$132K - $238K *

Champion innovative structural engineering solutions that ensure the integrity of data center products and manufacturing facilities. Collaborate across disciplines to create scalable designs from conc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of energy through advanced power system modeling and compliance assessments. Collaborate with a dynamic team to conduct studies, ensure project quality, and drive...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $180K *

Drive innovative electrical design solutions for high-density compute environments. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior engineers. Make a signi...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $185K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team to lead complex civil engineering projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to design and implement innovative transportation solutions that en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$107K - $204K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in solving critical engineering challenges, driving technical direction, and fostering team growth. Collaborate across departments to enhance systems, ensuring reliability and innovati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $181K *

Unlock potential by leading transformative drainage design projects, delivering innovative solutions for road and highway enhancements. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to drive sustainable urban...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$113K - $178K *

Drive your career with a senior role focused on software development for control room simulators, collaborating with engineers to enhance plant models and ensure high-quality deliverables in a dynamic...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$94K - $193K *

Partner with us to enhance supplier quality through risk management, evaluation, and compliance. This remote role requires extensive travel, focusing on supplier performance and quality assurance acro...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving high-quality growth experiences for users. Collaborate across teams to enhance marketing and activation surfaces, while leveraging cutting-edge technology to optimize small...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of AI systems by building robust data pipelines and APIs. Collaborate with Product to refine specifications and enhance user experience, ensuring high-quality delivery and continu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engage in designing and implementing robust cybersecurity solutions while managing security technologies and cloud services. Collaborate across teams to ensure operational performance and support clie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $129K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team in structural engineering, tackling innovative projects in nuclear facilities. Collaborate, guide, and utilize advanced tools to design and analyze struct...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development of innovative modeling capabilities to enhance our advanced simulation framework, collaborating with engineers to integrate numerical methods and apply machine learning for mo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Support the planning and implementation of traffic management for major infrastructure projects, ensuring safety and compliance with standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop effective traff...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $115K *

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Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Empower financial decision-making by leading analysis, forecasting, and budgeting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver insights and enhance reporting efficiency using advanced tools and...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$157K - $298K *

Take ownership of global commercial agreements in a hybrid role driving customer engagements and providing P&L support while ensuring compliance and strategic communication across diverse stakeholders...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$153K - $166K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI governance in software development. As a Senior Engineer, you'll design policies and tools that ensure safe, effective use of AI coding agents, empowering d...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$111K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and integration of advanced electrical control systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance efficiency and mentor junior members while ensuring proj...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $166K *

Transform critical systems for the US Antarctic Program by designing, deploying, and maintaining Linux-based infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead operations in a unique, mi...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$238K - $280K *

Lead the charge in developing autonomous attack workflows for external surfaces, leveraging your expertise to enhance reconnaissance capabilities and mentor engineers while driving strategic technical...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an aerospace engineer do?question toggle

    An aerospace engineer designs, analyzes, develops, and tests aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and their systems. Work may involve structures, propulsion, aerodynamics, avionics, controls, simulation, or flight testing.

  • What qualifications are typically required for aerospace engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles require a bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or a related field, plus experience relevant to the position. Specialized roles may call for advanced education, knowledge of industry standards, or expertise in tools such as CAD, simulation, CFD, or finite element analysis.

  • What types of aerospace engineer jobs are available?question toggle

    Common opportunities include aerospace systems engineer, propulsion engineer, aerodynamics engineer, structural analyst, spacecraft engineer, avionics engineer, flight test engineer, and aircraft design engineer.

  • Which industries hire aerospace engineers?question toggle

    Aerospace engineers work in commercial aviation, aircraft and spacecraft manufacturing, defense, space technology, government, research, and related industries.

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

    Yes. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including aerospace engineering opportunities. Compensation and requirements vary by employer, role, and location.