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Aircraft Design Engineers develop structures, systems, and interiors for new and derivative aircraft at OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.
Median Salary
$115k
$82.8k – $161k
Demand Score
90/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
3.4K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+12%
rolling 12 months
Market outlook
Demand for aircraft design engineers in the global aviation market is exceptionally strong. Aviation employers report a 12% year-on-year increase in Aircraft Design Engineer mandates, driven by new aircraft programs, sustainable aviation initiatives, and aerospace supply-chain growth.
Compensation
Aircraft Design Engineer compensation typically falls between $82.8k and $161k, with experienced design engineers in the global aviation market commanding $161k+ at flagship airlines, top-tier MROs, and leading aerospace employers. Total compensation often includes housing, schooling, transport, per-diems, profit-share, type-rating bonds, and relocation support.
Career trajectory
Aircraft Design Engineers typically progress to Aerospace Engineer, Systems Engineer roles, or into lead engineer, program manager, and chief engineer tracks across OEMs across the global hiring aviation market.
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Aircraft Design Engineer jobs by city
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Dubai
6.3K openings · United Arab Emirates
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Abu Dhabi
5.3K openings · United Arab Emirates
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Sharjah
3.7K openings · United Arab Emirates
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Doha
5.6K openings · Qatar
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Riyadh
4.9K openings · Saudi Arabia
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Jeddah
4.4K openings · Saudi Arabia
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Muscat
3.4K openings · Oman
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Manama
3.2K openings · Bahrain
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Kuwait City
3.6K openings · Kuwait
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Singapore
6.0K openings · Singapore
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Hong Kong
4.8K openings · Hong Kong SAR
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Bangkok
4.4K openings · Thailand
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Kuala Lumpur
4.3K openings · Malaysia
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Jakarta
4.1K openings · Indonesia
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Manila
4.4K openings · Philippines
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Ho Chi Minh City
3.9K openings · Vietnam
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Tokyo
4.9K openings · Japan
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Osaka
3.7K openings · Japan
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Seoul
4.4K openings · South Korea
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Shanghai
4.8K openings · China
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Beijing
4.4K openings · China
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Shenzhen
4.1K openings · China
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Taipei
3.7K openings · Taiwan
Aircraft Design Engineer jobs in Mumbai
5.3K openings · India
Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Aircraft Design Engineer in the global aviation market is around $115k, typically ranging from $82.8k to $161k based on experience, type ratings, and the type of aviation employer.