1

Aerospace Controller Jobs (NOW HIRING)

... the aerospace & defense industry. OEM delivers proactive supplier management solutions for the ... The Controller will manage all aspects of the accounting and financial reporting activities. This ...

We are a proud part of Marmon Aerospace and Defense Group, a Berkshire Hathaway Company. Position Overview: The Controller is directly responsible for the business unit's accounting operations. The ...

Controller

Rockaway, NJ · On-site

$115K - $145K/yr

Controller Country United States of America State / County New Jersey City Rockaway Division Wyman ... for the global aerospace and energy markets. Providing a specialized service, Wyman-Gordon ...

Controller

Huntington Beach, CA · On-site

$160K - $180K/yr

The Controller will ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain a strong system of internal ... Strong cost accounting experience within an aerospace, defense, or complex manufacturing ...

Factory Controller

Winsted, CT · On-site

$111K - $125K/yr

Factory Controller Location: Winsted, CT Salary Range: $111,000.00 to $125,000.00 About SKF: SKF ... The Aerospace Business Unit takes care of everything related to Aerospace applications. This ...

Factory Controller Location: Winsted, CT Salary Range: $111,000.00 to $125,000.00 About SKF: SKF ... The Aerospace Business Unit takes care of everything related to Aerospace applications. This ...

Controller Aereos, Inc | Finance & Accounting | Full-Time About the Role Aereos, Inc is seeking a ... in an aerospace or government contracting environment. Key Responsibilities Cost Accounting ...

... aerospace services. We were founded in 2015 and since our establishment, we have been attracting ... The Senior Controller & Vice President of Accounting is a key executive leadership role responsible ...

Hutchinson Aerospace & Industry is looking for a Controller who wants more than a reporting role-you'll be the financial leader driving performance, discipline, and strategic growth across our ...

The Aerospace Engineer will assist with repair development and approval. The Aerospace Engineer ... This position involves access to export-controlled technology which requires U.S. Person status or ...

Hutchinson Aerospace & Industry is looking for a Controller who wants more than a reporting role-you'll be the financial leader driving performance, discipline, and strategic growth across our ...

Aerospace Technician Position Title / Título del puesto: Aerospace Technician Reports To ... Person, or Lawful Permanent Resident authorized to access controlled information and technology.

Aerospace Engineer

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$64K - $95K/yr

The Aerospace Engineer will assist with repair development and approval. The Aerospace Engineer ... This position involves access to export-controlled technology which requires U.S. Person status or ...

The Controller is a key partner to executive leadership, Operations, and Program Management ... Support commercial aerospace customers with accurate billing, reporting, and financial controls ...

Showing results 21-40

Aerospace Controller information

See salary details

$55K

$119.5K

$175.5K

How much do aerospace controller jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for aerospace controller in the United States is $119,497.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,000.00 and $138,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an aerospace controller?

To thrive as an Aerospace Controller, you need strong analytical skills, situational awareness, and a relevant degree in aviation, engineering, or air traffic management. Familiarity with radar systems, air traffic control software, and communication tools is typically required, along with FAA or equivalent certifications. Exceptional decision-making, teamwork, and clear communication are crucial soft skills for coordinating complex airspace operations. These competencies are vital for ensuring the safe, efficient, and orderly movement of aircraft within controlled airspace.

What is an aerospace controller?

An Aerospace Controller is a professional responsible for monitoring and managing the movement of aircraft and spacecraft to ensure safe and efficient operations. They may work in air traffic control, satellite operations, or spacecraft navigation, depending on their area of specialization. Their duties include coordinating flights, communicating with pilots or astronauts, and using radar and computer systems to track vehicles in airspace or outer space. Aerospace Controllers play a crucial role in maintaining safety protocols and responding to emergencies during missions. They typically work for government agencies, space agencies, or private aerospace companies.

What is the difference between Aerospace Controller vs Aerospace Accountant?

AspectAerospace ControllerAerospace Accountant
Primary RoleOversees financial planning, budgeting, and financial reporting for aerospace companiesHandles day-to-day accounting tasks, reconciliations, and financial record-keeping
Required CredentialsTypically requires a CPA or financial management degreeUsually requires an accounting degree or CPA certification
Work EnvironmentCorporate finance departments within aerospace firmsAccounting departments in aerospace companies or accounting firms
Industry UsageCommonly used in aerospace manufacturing and defense firmsFrequent in aerospace service providers and manufacturing companies

The Aerospace Controller focuses on financial management, strategic planning, and oversight within aerospace organizations, requiring advanced financial credentials. In contrast, the Aerospace Accountant handles routine accounting tasks and record-keeping. Both roles are essential in aerospace finance but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What are some common challenges aerospace controllers face when coordinating between pilots and ground operations?

Aerospace controllers often encounter challenges in managing real-time communication between pilots, air traffic control, and ground operations, especially during high-traffic periods or adverse weather conditions. Ensuring accurate information flow and quick decision-making is crucial to maintaining safety and efficiency. Additionally, adapting to rapidly changing situations, such as rerouting aircraft or responding to emergencies, requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Continuous training and teamwork are essential to successfully overcome these challenges.
More about Aerospace Controller jobs

What job categories do people searching Aerospace Controller jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Aerospace Controller jobs are:

Infographic showing various Aerospace Controller job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $119,497 per year, or $57.5 per hour.

Aerospace Assembler I - 2nd Shift

SEKISUI Aerospace, Inc

Renton, WA • On-site

$24.88 - $28.88/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago


Sekisui Aerospace rating

5.2

Company rating: 5.2 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

72nd of 72 rated aerospace companies


Job description

SEKISUI Aerospace is searching for dependable, detail-oriented Assembly Technicians to join our growing team in Renton, WA. If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in precision, and want a career connected to the aerospace industry, this is your opportunity to be part of something extraordinary. If you’re ready to build with purpose, we’re ready to meet you!

2nd Shift Schedule: 3:00PM – 1:30AM, Monday - Thursday (FT Non-Exempt)

Pay Range: $24.88- $28.88 DOE *This includes a 10% shift differential*

Why You'll Love It Here


At SEKISUI Aerospace, you’ll work alongside skilled professionals supporting world-class aerospace programs. We offer competitive pay, benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a workplace where craftsmanship and teamwork are valued every day. You’ll join a team that supports major aerospace programs and values craftsmanship, reliability, and continuous improvement. We offer competitive pay, benefits, career growth opportunities, and the chance to contribute to products that literally take flight.

  • Paid, hands-on training to help you build your skills from day one.
  • Opportunities for advancement — many of our supervisors started in this role.
  • Competitive hourly pay, overtime opportunities, and shift differentials.

About Us

For over 30 years SEKISUI Aerospace has been designing, testing, and manufacturing composite products for the aerospace industry. With complete customer satisfaction as our focus and through the relentless efforts of our skilled employees, SEKISUI Aerospace has achieved and continues to maintain an unequaled level of performance.

Our consistent delivery of high-quality products demonstrates our intent, integrity, and dedication to our customers and to our reputation as a manufacturer. We will continue to insert intelligent automation into our manufacturing facilities, which will continue to drive the future of flight well into the next century.

SEKISUI Aerospace strives to provide an employee-friendly environment in which goal-oriented individuals thrive as they achieve even more demanding challenges. We are committed to excellence, managing our company with Integrity, Dignity & Respect, Trust, Engagement in all that we do, and Passion to get the job done to the best of our abilities.


Benefits

  • Medical (free employee-only coverage and low-cost options available)
  • Dental, Vision, Prescription
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Company Sponsored 401k with Employer Match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts
  • 8 Paid Holidays plus closed (with pay) for a week during the winter break!
  • 15 days per year accrued Vacation/Sick time. Accrued time is available for immediate use; prorated first year

Position

The Assembler works according to task time on a moving line or bench, performing finish assembly processes to mass-produce commercial aircraft composite products.

The individual is experienced, semi-skilled worker who operates machines, factory-related processing equipment, or vehicles. Has acquired skills from training and work experience, has limited autonomy, and works under moderate supervision. Achieves competency with skills assigned to this level.

Responsibilities

  • Follow job traveler instructions to assemble parts using small hand tools, bonding adhesives and assembly jigs.
  • Hand wraps insulation blankets, using utility knives, foam insulation, and insulation tape.
  • Performs light sanding and abrading of composite, plastic, and some metal components.
  • May perform some light riveting using rivet squeezes and pop rivet guns.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Required Qualifications

  • Fine hand motor skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skill both written and verbal.
  • Self- motivated and quick learner.
  • Basic math skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Understanding of process specifications.
  • Bonding experience.
  • Ability to utilize measuring equipment, including scales and calipers.
  • Small Tools

Education

  • High School Diploma/GED preferred.

Experience

  • Two years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Working Conditions

While performing the typical duties of this job, employees will experience the conditions noted below. PPE is provided to protect employees against physical harm or hazards in the workplace environment.

  • Usually work indoors. These sites may not be temperature-controlled
  • Exposure to loud sounds and distracting noise levels
  • Exposure to hazardous equipment
  • Exposure to contaminants
  • Shared workspaces with other employees
  • Requires handling objects of up to 30 lbs.
  • Lifting, pushing, pulling, and bending
  • Standing and/or walking for 8 to 12 or more hours per day (varies based on role, shift, and overtime)

Required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Required PPE provided by SEKISUI Aerospace based on the employee’s position and exposure. Below are typical PPE used on the production floor. Appropriate PPE must be worn by all employees when on the production floor.

  • Ear Plugs - Earmuffs
  • Full Face Shield
  • Gloves (Latex, Rubber, Chemical Resistant, General Duty)
  • Protective Apron
  • Respirator
  • Safety Glasses - Safety Goggles

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Pre-Employment Drug and Background Screenings:

SEKISUI Aerospace is a Drug-Free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen required.

Any applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a background screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

SEKISUI Aerospace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

People with Disabilities:

SEKISUI Aerospace is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the human resources department at the appropriate SEKISUI Aerospace manufacturing site.

Please call if you need an accommodation:

Renton Operations, Corporate Headquarters: 425-235-2750

E-Verify Statement:

SEKISUI Aerospace is a federal contractor and is required to participate in the federal government’s E-Verify program. E-Verify allows us to confirm the employment authorization of newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process must be completed in conjunction with a new hire’s completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, within three days of starting employment. For information regarding E-Verify, visit the E-Verify site.

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet (ITAR) export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Pay:

SEKISUI Aerospace is required by Washington law to include the pay for this role when hiring a Washington resident. Pay may be higher or lower for non-resident WA employees, based on the market data for their region, allowing us to pay employees competitively in different geographic markets.

Please note that the pay rate shown above is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Our Values:

The employees of SEKISUI Aerospace enjoy what we do and are dedicated to our seven corporate values. We promise to hold ourselves to these high standards and seek co-workers who are willing to join us in this task.

Learn more about us here: https://www.sekisuiaerospace.com/about

View all our job postings here: https://www.sekisuiaerospace.com/careers


What Sekisui Aerospace employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom