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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$110K - $172K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$220K - $270K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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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.