$153K - $218K/yr
The Senior Aerospace Test Engineer will lead advanced aerospace experimentation efforts. They will be responsible for the definition and oversight of ground and flight aerodynamics experimentation ...
$153K - $218K/yr
The Senior Aerospace Test Engineer will lead advanced aerospace experimentation efforts. They will be responsible for the definition and oversight of ground and flight aerodynamics experimentation ...
$153K - $218K/yr
The Senior Aerospace Test Engineer will lead advanced aerospace experimentation efforts. They will be responsible for the definition and oversight of ground and flight aerodynamics experimentation ...
Alexandria, VA · On-site
$120K - $150K/yr
MTSI is seeking a highly skilled Senior Aerospace Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Engineer with deep experience in hypersonics, aerothermodynamics, propulsion, and high-fidelity physics-based simulations
Alexandria, VA · On-site
$120K - $150K/yr
MTSI is seeking a highly skilled Senior Aerospace Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Engineer with deep experience in hypersonics, aerothermodynamics, propulsion, and high-fidelity physics-based simulations
Madison, AL · On-site
Company OverviewGriffon Aerospace is a trusted aerospace solutions provider based in Madison ... You will collaborate with senior engineers to ensure projects meet performance, safety, and ...
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Madison, AL · On-site
Company OverviewGriffon Aerospace is a trusted aerospace solutions provider based in Madison ... You will collaborate with senior engineers to ensure projects meet performance, safety, and ...
Madison, AL · On-site
Company Overview Griffon Aerospace is a trusted aerospace solutions provider based in Madison ... You will collaborate with senior engineers to ensure projects meet performance, safety, and ...
Madison, AL · On-site
Company Overview Griffon Aerospace is a trusted aerospace solutions provider based in Madison ... You will collaborate with senior engineers to ensure projects meet performance, safety, and ...
As a Senior Aerospace Engineer - Flight Mechanics, you will be performing computer simulations of the launch from generally Liftoff through payload separation. Full-time work on-site (Brook Park, OH ...
As a Senior Aerospace Engineer - Flight Mechanics, you will be performing computer simulations of the launch from generally Liftoff through payload separation. Full-time work on-site (Brook Park, OH ...
$110K - $180K/yr
Overview Aerospace Engineer - Midlevel Job Location: Dahlgren, Virginia Job Status: Full Time ... Salary and designation of mid- or senior-level is commensurate with experience. REQUIRED ...
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$110K - $180K/yr
Overview Aerospace Engineer - Midlevel Job Location: Dahlgren, Virginia Job Status: Full Time ... Salary and designation of mid- or senior-level is commensurate with experience. REQUIRED ...
Dahlgren, VA · On-site
$110K - $180K/yr
Overview Aerospace Engineer - Midlevel Job Location: Dahlgren, Virginia Job Status: Full Time ... Salary and designation of mid- or senior-level is commensurate with experience. REQUIRED ...
Dahlgren, VA · On-site
$110K - $180K/yr
Overview Aerospace Engineer - Midlevel Job Location: Dahlgren, Virginia Job Status: Full Time ... Salary and designation of mid- or senior-level is commensurate with experience. REQUIRED ...
Newport News, VA · On-site
$94K - $125K/yr
Up to 25% Employment: Full-time; contingent upon contract award Essnova is seeking two Senior Aerospace/Mechanical Engineers to provide aircraft analysis, integration, airworthiness, and testing ...
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Newport News, VA · On-site
$94K - $125K/yr
Up to 25% Employment: Full-time; contingent upon contract award Essnova is seeking two Senior Aerospace/Mechanical Engineers to provide aircraft analysis, integration, airworthiness, and testing ...
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Newport News, VA · On-site
$94K - $125K/yr
Up to 25% Employment: Full-time; contingent upon contract award Essnova is seeking two Senior Aerospace/Mechanical Engineers to provide aircraft analysis, integration, airworthiness, and testing ...
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Newport News, VA · On-site
$94K - $125K/yr
Up to 25% Employment: Full-time; contingent upon contract award Essnova is seeking two Senior Aerospace/Mechanical Engineers to provide aircraft analysis, integration, airworthiness, and testing ...
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Schaumburg, IL · On-site
$130 - $180/hr
Senior Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Manager | Aerospace & Autonomous Systems At *WingXpand* Locations: Chicago (Schaumburg), IL Type Full-time | Open 6/29/26 | Close 7/13/26 About WingXpand ...
Schaumburg, IL · On-site
$130 - $180/hr
Senior Aerospace Manufacturing Engineering Manager | Aerospace & Autonomous Systems At *WingXpand* Locations: Chicago (Schaumburg), IL Type Full-time | Open 6/29/26 | Close 7/13/26 About WingXpand ...
$94K - $125K/yr
Up to 25% Employment: Full-time; contingent upon contract award Essnova is seeking two Senior Aerospace/Mechanical Engineers to provide aircraft analysis, integration, airworthiness, and testing ...
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$94K - $125K/yr
Up to 25% Employment: Full-time; contingent upon contract award Essnova is seeking two Senior Aerospace/Mechanical Engineers to provide aircraft analysis, integration, airworthiness, and testing ...
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Laurel, MD · On-site
$104K - $142K/yr
Have a B.S.in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field with 5+ years of experience in aerodynamic analysis of missile systems. * Shown ability to leverage ...
Laurel, MD · On-site
$104K - $142K/yr
Have a B.S.in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field with 5+ years of experience in aerodynamic analysis of missile systems. * Shown ability to leverage ...
El Segundo, CA · On-site
$190K - $240K/yr
... Aerospace Engineer - Space Force Missile Warning Ground Mission to support the U.S. Space Force ... This position will provide senior engineering judgment to one of the most consequential mission ...
El Segundo, CA · On-site
$190K - $240K/yr
... Aerospace Engineer - Space Force Missile Warning Ground Mission to support the U.S. Space Force ... This position will provide senior engineering judgment to one of the most consequential mission ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
Senior Aerospace SSP, a division of Senior plc, is the world's largest aerospace high-pressure ... Write Engineering Orders and make changes to existing drawings. * Perform weight calculations (hand ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
Senior Aerospace SSP, a division of Senior plc, is the world's largest aerospace high-pressure ... Write Engineering Orders and make changes to existing drawings. * Perform weight calculations (hand ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
$140K - $180K/yr
Senior Aerospace Project Engineer Location: Irvine, CA Work Arrangement: On-site Position Summary: DZYNE has an immediate need for a talented Senior Project Engineer capable of the oversight and ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
$140K - $180K/yr
Senior Aerospace Project Engineer Location: Irvine, CA Work Arrangement: On-site Position Summary: DZYNE has an immediate need for a talented Senior Project Engineer capable of the oversight and ...
Melbourne, FL · On-site
$107K - $107K/yr
Senior Aerospace Program Manager Location: Melbourne, Florida - this is a 100% on-site position ... Partner with internal operations and engineering teams to ensure timely and effective customer ...
Melbourne, FL · On-site
$107K - $107K/yr
Senior Aerospace Program Manager Location: Melbourne, Florida - this is a 100% on-site position ... Partner with internal operations and engineering teams to ensure timely and effective customer ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
Senior Aerospace SSP, a division of Senior plc, is the world's largest aerospace high-pressure ... Write Engineering Orders and make changes to existing drawings. * Perform weight calculations (hand ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
Senior Aerospace SSP, a division of Senior plc, is the world's largest aerospace high-pressure ... Write Engineering Orders and make changes to existing drawings. * Perform weight calculations (hand ...
Hollywood, FL · On-site
$95K - $131K/yr
Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university required and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. EXPERIENCE: * At least 3-6 years ...
Hollywood, FL · On-site
$95K - $131K/yr
Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university required and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. EXPERIENCE: * At least 3-6 years ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
$105K - $137K/yr
Senior Aerospace SSP, a division of Senior plc, is the world's largest aerospace high-pressure ... Summary: The Project Engineer III is responsible for leading the execution of New Product ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
$105K - $137K/yr
Senior Aerospace SSP, a division of Senior plc, is the world's largest aerospace high-pressure ... Summary: The Project Engineer III is responsible for leading the execution of New Product ...
$140K - $180K/yr
Senior Aerospace Project Engineer Location: Irvine, CA Work Arrangement: On-site Position Summary: DZYNE has an immediate need for a talented Senior Project Engineer capable of the oversight and ...
$140K - $180K/yr
Senior Aerospace Project Engineer Location: Irvine, CA Work Arrangement: On-site Position Summary: DZYNE has an immediate need for a talented Senior Project Engineer capable of the oversight and ...
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| Aspect | Senior Aerospace Engineer | Aerospace Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's or Master's in Aerospace Engineering; often 5+ years experience | Bachelor's or Master's in Aerospace Engineering; entry to mid-level experience |
| Work Environment | Design, development, testing in aerospace firms, government agencies | Design, analysis, testing in aerospace firms, government agencies |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used in aerospace manufacturing, defense, space exploration | Used in similar industries, entry to mid-level roles |
The main difference between a Senior Aerospace Engineer and an Aerospace Engineer lies in experience and responsibility. Senior Aerospace Engineers typically have more years of experience, take on leadership roles, and oversee complex projects, whereas Aerospace Engineers are often in the early to mid-career stage focusing on design and analysis tasks. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and work in comparable environments within the aerospace industry.
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$153K - $218K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 23 days ago
Technology Service Corporation (TSC) is seeking a Senior Aerospace Test Engineer to support work at the Naval Research Laboratory. This position offers the opportunity to directly impact high-priority Navy missions.
The Senior Aerospace Test Engineer will lead advanced aerospace experimentation efforts. They will be responsible for the definition and oversight of ground and flight aerodynamics experimentation including subscale wind tunnel testing, high-enthalpy tunnel testing, full-scale vehicle wind tunnel testing, and captive-carry sounding rocket experimentation. Further, the engineer will aid in defining objectives, mission requirements, vehicle configurations, instrumentation, and data acquisition requirements for ground and flight testing. The successful candidate will aid in defining objectives, mission requirements, vehicle configurations, instrumentation, and data acquisition requirements for full-scale flight demonstrations. Direct experience in supersonic and hypersonic flight and ground experimentation is required.
Required Qualifications:
In compliance with applicable pay transparency laws, the expected salary range for this position is $153,000 - $218,000 per year, depending on experience and location. This role is also eligible for an annual performance bonus and may include equity or incentive compensation as part of the total rewards package.
TSC Benefits:
TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefit package; including ESOP participation, 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Co-Sponsored Health Plan, Paid Leave and much more.
Applying to TSC:
Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.