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Aeronautical Engineer

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An Aeronautical Engineer designs, develops, and tests aircraft and spacecraft while ensuring they meet safety, efficiency, and regulatory standards.

  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
      • NSW
      • ACT
      • VIC
      • QLD
      • TAS
      • WA
      • SA
  • 10,000 people employed in Australia
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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An Aeronautical Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and testing of aircraft and spacecraft, ensuring that they meet safety, efficiency, and performance standards. This role typically involves conducting research and analysis to create innovative solutions for air travel challenges, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance flight technologies, and performing simulations to predict aircraft behaviour under various conditions.

Aeronautical Engineers also work on compliance with aviation regulations, conduct inspections, and engage in project management to oversee the engineering processes involved in aircraft production and maintenance.