Career Profile
Aerospace Engineers
Aerospace engineers design primarily aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and missiles.
General Information
Perform engineering duties in designing, constructing, and testing aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft. May conduct basic and applied research to evaluate adaptability of materials and equipment to aircraft design and manufacture. May recommend improvements in testing equipment and techniques.
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Aerospace Engineers
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 10 openings per year are projected for Aerospace Engineers.
Employment Change
Employment for Aerospace Engineers is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 17.7% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $52.98/hour. Entry level workers are paid $39.76, while experienced workers are paid $57.98. The median wage is significantly above average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 102 Aerospace Engineers in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 120.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Aerospace Engineers are Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing, Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services, and Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Aerospace Engineers include Engineering and Technology, Mathematics, and Design.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Aerospace Engineers is Bachelor's. 100% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.