St. Louis Region's Aerospace Manufacturing & Aviation Careers Roadmaps Initiative

Currently in high school but seeking to embark on a career with high pay?

Already in the workforce but interested in a career change to accelerate your earnings?

If you answered YES to either question, consider the tremendous opportunities available in the aerospace and aviation sectors which continue to thrive in the St. Louis region!

Your path to a potential six-figure future starts today!

Navigate your way to an amazing future in aerospace or aviation with the help of our focused roadmaps. These roadmaps highlight sample careers, earning potential for these positions in the St. Louis region – where the median salaries tend to be higher than the national average – and insight on what you need to do now to set yourself up to soar!

This region is home to industry giants such as The Boeing Company, Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., and West Star Aviation, as well as smaller firms like AVMATS and Seyer Industries – and all are hiring! They are part of a vibrant ecosystem with almost 50 aerospace manufacturing firms and thousands of other businesses that support them. Beyond competitive salaries, jobs with these companies offer great benefits packages that empower families to thrive, not just survive.

A map of the St. Louis region with dots representing the number of employees in each business location.
A table representing the number of employees in each business location.

From high school to high pay… from frustration on the job to fulfillment in a new, high-impact career!

Secure a position paying close to $50,000 right out of high school, tap into a career with potential to earn close to $100,000 with just a couple of years of training, or open the door to a six-figure salary with a targeted college degree. Wherever you are on your career journey, it’s all within reach when you choose a path to become an aerospace or aviation professional.

Skills required: Technical proficiency, attention to detail, physical stamina, problem-solving skills and teamwork

Key Responsibilities: Machine Operation, Quality Control, Assembly, Material Handling, Maintenance, Safety Compliance, Administrative and Communications