career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Aerospace Engineers and Chief Executives. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Aerospace Engineers | Chief Executives |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2011 | 11-1011 |
| title | Aerospace Engineers | Chief Executives |
| onet code | 17-2011.00 | 11-1011.00 |
| description | Perform engineering duties in designing, constructing, and testing aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft. May conduct basic and applied research to evaluate adaptability of materials and equipment to aircraft design and manufacture. May recommend improvements in testing equipment and techniques. | Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 17 | 11 |
| tot emp | 68,440 | 211,850 |
| a mean | 141,180 | 262,930 |
| a median | 134,830 | 206,420 |
| a pct10 | 85,350 | 73,710 |
| a pct25 | 104,740 | 126,080 |
| a pct75 | 174,480 | N/A |
| a pct90 | 205,850 | N/A |
| h mean | 67 | 126 |
| h median | 64 | 99 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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