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What are the average salary ranges for jobs in the Aerospace and Defense? There are 152 jobs in Aerospace and Defense category. Average salaries can vary and range from $43,064 to $193,675. Salary ranges can differ significantly depending on the job, industry, location, required experience, specific skills, education, and other factors... Salaries listed below are U.S. national averages data from June 28, 2021.

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Alternate Job Titles: Aerospace Engineer, Experienced | Aviation Engineer II

Designs and supervises the construction of aircraft and associated parts such as airframe, auxiliaries, communication equipment, controls, fuselage, and powerplant. Analyzes results of stress tests on various craft and missile parts and conducts research to determine flight characteristics. May concentrate in a single aerospace discipline such as flight mechanics, guidance, and control systems, pr... View job details

Alternate Job Titles: Aerospace Engineer II | Aviation Engineer II

Designs and supervises the construction of aircraft and associated parts such as airframe, auxiliaries, communication equipment, controls, fuselage, and powerplant. Analyzes results of stress tests on various craft and missile parts and conducts research to determine flight characteristics. May concentrate in a single aerospace discipline such as flight mechanics, guidance, and control systems, pr... View job details

Alternate Job Titles: Interior Aircraft Assembly Supervisor

Supervises interior fabrication of aircraft including mechanics, the fitting of sub-assemblies to the aircraft, and final aircraft interior production. Ensures compliance with all engineering, FAA, and customer regulations and specifications. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to Interior Aircraft Assembly Manager. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has... View job details

Alternate Job Titles: Aerospace Engineer II | Aerospace Engineer, Experienced

Designs and supervises the construction of aircraft and associated parts such as airframe, auxiliaries, communication equipment, controls, fuselage, and powerplant. Analyzes results of stress tests on various craft and missile parts and conducts research to determine flight characteristics. May concentrate in a single aerospace discipline such as flight mechanics, guidance, and control systems, pr... View job details

Alternate Job Titles: Test Pilot II | Maintenance Test Pilot II

Pilots model aircraft to ensure compliance with federal regulations and product specifications. Ensures operational functionality and pilot and passenger safety. Recommends changes to cockpit or aircraft to better meet the pilot's needs or to improve flight. Performs tests and maneuvers as developed by engineers. May pilot demonstrations for officials or customers. Requires a bachelor's degree. Ty... View job details

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About Aerospace and Defense Category

The Aerospace and Defense category has jobs that design, build, and test aircraft and aviation systems. People in some of these jobs may require a background in engineering and physical science, other jobs utilize skills and expertise developed by hands on experience in the aviation, space, and military systems industries. Jobs include Aerospace Engineers, Model Makers, Airframe Assembly and Mechanics, and Test Pilots.

About Aerospace & Defense Industry

The Aerospace & Defense sector includes companies that manufacture complete aircrafts or selected aircraft parts (i.e., engines, propulsion units) for both military and commercial use. This sector also includes companies that manufacture missiles and space vehicles, defense electronics, and other related aerospace/defense components and systems. Finally, this sector includes companies that provide aircraft repair, maintenance, and conversion services.

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