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Entry Level Aerospace Engineer Contract Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Aerospace Engineer

Beavercreek, OH · On-site

$69K - $158K/yr

You will support new and ongoing research and development contracts through developing and applying engineering-level models of advanced aerospace vehicle concepts, subsystems integration, and ...

You will support new and ongoing research and development contracts through developing and applying engineering-level models of advanced aerospace vehicle concepts, subsystems integration, and ...

Aerospace Engineer

Beavercreek, OH · On-site

$69 - $158/hr

You will support new and ongoing research and development contracts through developing and applying engineering-level models of advanced aerospace vehicle concepts, subsystems integration, and ...

Aerospace Engineer

Beavercreek, OH · On-site

$69K - $158K/yr

You will support new and ongoing research and development contracts through developing and applying engineering-level models of advanced aerospace vehicle concepts, subsystems integration, and ...

Aerospace Engineer

Beavercreek, OH · On-site

$69K - $158K/yr

You will support new and ongoing research and development contracts through developing and applying engineering-level models of advanced aerospace vehicle concepts, subsystems integration, and ...

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How much do entry level aerospace engineer contract jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level aerospace engineer contract in the United States is $69,362.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,500.00 and $78,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Aerospace Engineer Contract vs Entry Level Mechanical Engineer Contract?

AspectEntry Level Aerospace Engineer ContractEntry Level Mechanical Engineer Contract
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, possibly some internshipsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, internships preferred
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, aerospace manufacturing, research facilitiesManufacturing plants, design offices, research labs
Employer & Industry UsageAirlines, aerospace manufacturers, defense contractorsManufacturers, engineering firms, industrial companies

Entry Level Aerospace Engineer Contract roles focus on aircraft and spacecraft design, requiring aerospace-specific knowledge, while Entry Level Mechanical Engineer Contract roles cover broader mechanical systems. Both roles typically require similar educational backgrounds and are found in related industries, but they differ in specialization and project focus.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Aerospace Engineer Contract job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,362 per year, or $33.3 per hour.

2027 Entry Level - Aerospace Engineering (January)

Textron

Fort Worth, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago


Textron rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 72 rated aerospace companies


Job description

As a Textron employee, you'll take on meaningful work from day one-contributing to real projects and collaborating with experienced team members across the business. This entry-level opportunity is designed to help you build your skills, gain exposure across functions, and grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and development opportunities.
At Bell, a subsidiary of Textron, we dare to live on the edge of possibility. From supporting NASA's first lunar mission to pioneering advanced tiltrotor systems, we redefine flight to make a real-world impact. Whether flying individuals to safety or protecting our troops, every team member at Bell is a part of something greater. It's time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Go beyond the impossible and join the Flight Club.
Day in the Life of an Aerospace Engineer
We are looking for inquisitive and driven engineers with a passion to innovate. From tiltrotor technology to tail sitting vehicles, our engineers work across a wide portfolio of aircraft programs. As an Engineer at Bell, you can expect to:
  • Create airframe structural designs based on trade studies, research, and analysis.
  • Create model-based definition, which includes 3D annotations, for detail, assembly, and installation of airframe components and engineering bill of materials.
  • Coordinate with other engineering, manufacturing, or specialty personnel to resolve problems.
  • Specific tasks include responding to data/action requests from procurement, manufacturing, tooling, etc.
  • Execute Tasks to Cost and Schedule Requirements.
  • Support supplier/teammate design activity.
  • Support test activity, including test plan development, execution, and reports.

What You'll Need:
  • A bachelor's degree or higher with a major in Aerospace Engineering required
  • 0-2 years of relevant experience
  • Available to work full time, onsite starting in January 2027

What Will Make You Stand Out:
  • Expected Graduation Fall of 2026
  • Exposure to CATIA / advanced CAD systems, component design experience.
  • Exposure to advanced analysis tools, ANSYS, NASTRAN, component analysis experience.
  • Familiarity with Systems Engineering processes, from requirements through verification.
  • Control system design and modeling using Simulink, and implementation on hardware.
  • Rotorcraft specific analytical experience: dynamics, performance, aero / CFD.

Why Build Your Career at Textron
Textron offers a supportive workplace where employees are encouraged to grow, contribute, and innovate.
Our benefits include:
• Competitive compensation
• Day-one health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Alternative work schedules at select locations
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
About Textron
Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real-world solutions.
Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

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About Textron

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Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

Industry

Aerospace product and parts manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Providence, RI, US

Year founded

1923