21390 - Aerospace Engineers
Broad Occupation Category
2 - Natural and applied sciences and related occupations.
TEER
1 - Occupations usually require a university degree.
Major Group
21 - Professional occupations in natural and applied sciences.
Sub-major Group
213 - Professional occupations in engineering.
Minor Group
2139 - Other engineers.
Main Duties
Aerospace Engineers perform some or all of the following duties:
- Design aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and aerospace systems
- Conduct advanced simulations, modelling, and performance analysis
- Specify aerospace materials and manufacturing processes
- Supervise assembly, modification, and maintenance operations
- Coordinate ground testing and flight-test programs
- Prepare maintenance manuals and operational procedures
- Develop technical support and logistics systems
- Investigate structural failures or incidents and recommend solutions
Employment Requirements
These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:
- A bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or a related engineering discipline is required.
- A master's or doctoral degree may be required for advanced research roles.
- Eligibility for licensing as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) is required.
- Completion of supervised engineering work experience is required.
- Passing provincial professional-practice examinations is required.
- Many employers offer health benefits, pension plans, paid leave, and career development opportunities.
Aerospace Engineers Salary Prospects
Community/Area
Low ($/hour)
Median ($/hour)
High ($/hour)
Community/AreaCanada
Low ($/hour)26.92
Median ($/hour)43.27
High ($/hour)75.91
Community/AreaOntario
Low ($/hour)27.55
Median ($/hour)46.63
High ($/hour)72.12
Community/AreaQuebec
Low ($/hour)27.00
Median ($/hour)43.27
High ($/hour)76.92
Community/AreaNova Scotia
Low ($/hour)28.10
Median ($/hour)40.24
High ($/hour)56.11
Community/AreaManitoba
Low ($/hour)20.00
Median ($/hour)43.27
High ($/hour)47.98
