Aerospace Engineering
Aerospace Engineer — Global Hiring Overview
Aerospace Engineers design, test, and certify aircraft, spacecraft, and aerospace systems for OEMs, suppliers, and research organizations.
Median Salary
$115k
$82.8k – $161k
Demand Score
94/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
6.8K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+13%
rolling 12 months
Market Outlook
Demand for aerospace engineers in the global aviation market is exceptionally strong. Aviation employers report a 13% year-on-year increase in Aerospace Engineer mandates, driven by new aircraft programs, sustainable aviation initiatives, and aerospace supply-chain growth.
Salary Trend
Aerospace Engineer compensation typically falls between $82.8k and $161k, with experienced aerospace 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 Path
Aerospace Engineers typically progress to Aircraft Design Engineer, Systems Engineer roles, or into lead engineer, program manager, and chief engineer tracks across OEMs across the global hiring aviation market.
Key Responsibilities
- •Design aircraft and aerospace systems
- •Run analysis, simulation, and test
- •Support certification and continued airworthiness
- •Liaise with regulators and suppliers
Qualifications
- •B.Eng / M.Eng Aerospace Engineering
- •CATIA / NX / ANSYS proficiency
- •Aerospace OEM experience preferred
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Aerospace Engineer jobs by city
Aerospace Engineer jobs in Dubai
12.6K openings · $150k
Aerospace Engineer jobs in Abu Dhabi
10.5K openings · $147k
Aerospace Engineer jobs in Sharjah
7.5K openings · $127k
Aerospace Engineer jobs in Doha
11.2K openings · $150k
Aerospace Engineer jobs in Riyadh
9.9K openings · $136k
Aerospace Engineer jobs in Jeddah
8.8K openings · $127k
Aerospace Engineer jobs in Muscat
6.8K openings · $121k
Aerospace Engineer jobs in Manama
6.5K openings · $127k
Aerospace Engineer jobs in Kuwait City
7.1K openings · $138k
Aerospace Engineer salary insights
Aerospace Engineer salary in Dubai
$150k
Aerospace Engineer salary in Abu Dhabi
$147k
Aerospace Engineer salary in Sharjah
$127k
Aerospace Engineer salary in Doha
$150k
Aerospace Engineer salary in Riyadh
$136k
Aerospace Engineer salary in Jeddah
$127k
Aerospace Engineer salary in Muscat
$121k
Aerospace Engineer salary in Manama
$127k
Aerospace Engineer salary in Kuwait City
$138k
Hiring by aviation industry
Commercial Airlines hiring Aerospace Engineers
Full-service and low-cost passenger airlines hiring pilots, cabin crew, engineers, and ground staff at scale
Cargo Airlines hiring Aerospace Engineers
Dedicated cargo airlines and integrators hiring across freighter operations, cargo handling, and logistics
Charter Airlines hiring Aerospace Engineers
Charter operators and ACMI providers hiring across on-demand and seasonal flight operations
Private Aviation Operators hiring Aerospace Engineers
Private jet operators, VVIP fleets, and fractional companies hiring across business jet operations
Business Aviation Companies hiring Aerospace Engineers
Corporate flight departments and business jet operators hiring across crew, dispatch, and management
Airports hiring Aerospace Engineers
International, regional, and cargo airports hiring across operations, terminal, and commercial functions
Airport Service Companies hiring Aerospace Engineers
Airport concessionaires and service providers hiring across passenger services, retail, and F&B
Ground Handling Companies hiring Aerospace Engineers
Independent ground handlers and airline subsidiaries hiring ramp, passenger, and cargo handling staff
MRO Providers hiring Aerospace Engineers
MRO providers — airframe, engine, component — hiring engineers, technicians, and avionics specialists
Related specialties
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Aerospace 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.