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 - $130K *

Champion customer solutions by rapidly prototyping and deploying AI-driven applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product capabilities and drive adoption, ensuring impactful...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$103K - $110K *

Unlock potential by designing secure system solutions as an ASIC/FPGA Engineer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, verify, and document FPGA designs for mission-critical products, ens...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Take ownership of complex contract management, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment while advising on contractual matters and mitigating risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage complex government contracts, ensuring compliance and fostering strong relationships. Utilize your negotiation skills to support the P&C Mil Spares EPS aftermarket bu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $205K *

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $213K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of procurement by optimizing MRO and consumables management. Lead strategic sourcing and supplier relationships across multiple sites while driving cost savings, compliance, and opera...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading strategic procurement for facilities and utilities, overseeing lifecycle management, and ensuring optimum support for production while adhering to stringen...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $280K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI in biology by leading a team to design benchmarks and enhance model performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and ensure quali...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$122K - $160K *

Transform the future of endpoint management by developing innovative solutions that enhance security and performance across diverse platforms, collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver impactful so...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform the future of mobile broadcasting by leading technical operations, ensuring show readiness, and delivering exceptional live production experiences while mentoring teams and managing client r...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $140K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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$100K - $152K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $165K *

Lead the charge in advancing military technologies through innovative remote sensing analysis, collaborating with diverse teams to evaluate and synthesize critical information for strategic decision-m...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $129K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Transform cloud financial operations in a mission-critical role, managing AWS costs and optimizing resources for a large-scale federal modernization initiative. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhan...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering and securing infrastructure while ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop robust solutions that protect sensi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$170K - $210K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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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.