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North Wind

Senior Designer

Newport News, VA · On-site

$92K - $99K/yr

Experience with design and analysis of ramjet and scramjet engines and related vehicle system design and analysis. * Demonstrated application of engineering design and analysis codes for engine ...

Specter Aerospace

Controls/PLC Engineer II

Peabody, MA · On-site

$92K - $119K/yr

Salary: 115-125k DOE Controls/PLC Engineer II Specter Aerospace is seeking a Controls/PLC Engineer II to manage and own a controls system for a state-of-the-art scramjet test facility. A successful ...

North Wind

Propulsion System Engineer

Newport News, VA · On-site

Experience with design and analysis of ramjet and scramjet engines and related vehicle system design and analysis. * Demonstrated application of engineering design and analysis codes for engine ...

L3HHCM20

Associate, Rocket Test Engineer 1

Culpeper, VA · On-site

Types of tests include static rocket motor firings, case proof and burst pressure testing, case structural loads testing, direct-connect ramjet/scramjet testing, aeroheat material testing, dynamic ...

Raytheon

Senior Propulsion Engineer

Tucson, AZ

$96K - $132K/yr

Eight (8) or more years of directly related experience in propulsive technology and its application to solid or liquid, Air Breathing systems (turboprop, turbine, scramjet/ramjet, RDE, VFDR, fuel ...

Raytheon

Senior Propulsion Engineer

Tucson, AZ

$89K - $123K/yr

Eight (8) or more years of directly related experience in propulsive technology and its application to solid or liquid, Air Breathing systems (turboprop, turbine, scramjet/ramjet, RDE, VFDR, fuel ...

Raytheon

Senior Engineer - Solid Propulsion

Provo, UT

$98K - $135K/yr

Eight (8) or more years of directly related experience in propulsive technology and its application to air breathing propulsion systems (turboprop, turbine, scramjet/ramjet, RDE, VFDR, fuel bladders ...

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How much do scramjet jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for scramjet in the United States is $93,015.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,500.00 and $110,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Scramjet vs Aerospace Engineer?

AspectScramjetAerospace Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, specialized training in propulsion systemsBachelor's or higher in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering fields
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, aerospace testing facilities, aerospace companiesDesign offices, testing facilities, manufacturing plants
Industry UsageResearch and development of hypersonic propulsion systemsDesign, develop, and test aircraft and spacecraft

While a Scramjet specializes in hypersonic propulsion research, an Aerospace Engineer has a broader role in designing and testing various aircraft and spacecraft. Both roles require engineering degrees, but Scramjet professionals focus more on propulsion systems at high speeds, whereas Aerospace Engineers work across multiple aerospace disciplines.

Senior Aerothermodynamics Engineer

Executive Recruiting Group

Broomfield, CO

$105K - $144K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

We are seeking an Senior Aerothermodynamics Engineer that will own the Aerodynamic and Aerothermal modeling for a supersonic ramjet system, including inlet, transition mechanism, and nozzle optimization for our new Broomfield, Colorado office,

Responsibilities:

  • Perform CFD simulations of inlets, shock trains, isolators, and combustor flow fields.
  • Model combustion chemistry and flame holding
  • Conduct conjugate heat transfer analysis for hot structures
  • Generate aerodynamic loads, drag polars, and ramjet performance maps
  • Provide design guidance for duct geometry and structural integration
  • Support wind tunnel testing and data correlation

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree required.
  • 5+ years experience with supersonic or ramjet CFD
  • Expertise in ANSYS Fluent, Start-CCM+ or OpenFOAM
  • Strong understanding of turbulence, high-temp chemistry, and multiphase flow
  • Experience with grid generation, meshing strategies, and automation

Preferred Qualifications:

  • M.S. or Ph.D in Aerospace Engineering or related field
  • Experience with reacting flow and particle combustion
  • Familiarity with scramjet/ramjet testing and data reduction
  • Knowledge of high-temperature materials interaction and ablation models

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