Propulsion systems engineer demographics and statistics in the US
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Propulsion systems engineer gender statistics
10.0% of propulsion systems engineers are women and 90.0% of propulsion systems engineers are men.
- Male, 90.0%
- Female, 10.0%
Propulsion systems engineer gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 90.0% |
| Female | 10.0% |
Propulsion systems engineer gender pay gap
Women earn $1.00 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$95,179
Female income
$95,202
Propulsion systems engineer gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in propulsion systems engineer positions over time. Currently, 10.0% of propulsion systems engineers are female.
Propulsion systems engineer gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 91.14% | 8.86% |
| 2011 | 92.22% | 7.78% |
| 2012 | 92.06% | 7.94% |
| 2013 | 92.75% | 7.25% |
| 2014 | 92.03% | 7.97% |
| 2015 | 92.28% | 7.72% |
| 2016 | 92.16% | 7.84% |
| 2017 | 90.42% | 9.58% |
| 2018 | 89.74% | 10.26% |
| 2019 | 92.16% | 7.84% |
| 2020 | 90.71% | 9.29% |
| 2021 | 90.00% | 10.00% |
Propulsion systems engineer related jobs gender ratio
We compared propulsion systems engineers with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, senior electronics design engineer and refrigeration engineer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Engineer | 11% | 89% |
| Propulsion Systems Engineer | 90% | 10% |
| Machine Tool Designer | 99% | 1% |
| Refrigeration Engineer | 99% | 1% |
| Senior Electronics Design Engineer | 99% | 1% |
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Propulsion systems engineer demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among propulsion systems engineers is White, which makes up 69.0% of all propulsion systems engineers. Comparatively, 11.1% of propulsion systems engineers are Hispanic or Latino and 11.0% of propulsion systems engineers are Asian.
- White, 69.0%
- Hispanic or Latino, 11.1%
- Asian, 11.0%
- Unknown, 4.4%
- Black or African American, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.3%
Propulsion systems engineer race
| Propulsion systems engineer race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 69.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11.1% |
| Asian | 11.0% |
| Unknown | 4.4% |
| Black or African American | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.3% |
Propulsion systems engineer race and ethnicity over time
See how propulsion systems engineer racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Propulsion systems engineer race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 73.20% | 4.16% | 11.16% | 8.56% |
| 2011 | 74.98% | 3.91% | 9.57% | 9.58% |
| 2012 | 74.64% | 3.99% | 11.43% | 8.15% |
| 2013 | 73.53% | 4.31% | 11.19% | 8.79% |
| 2014 | 72.74% | 3.04% | 12.89% | 9.25% |
| 2015 | 71.99% | 3.21% | 10.91% | 11.12% |
| 2016 | 73.38% | 3.28% | 8.91% | 11.96% |
| 2017 | 72.59% | 3.30% | 10.66% | 10.14% |
| 2018 | 71.14% | 3.30% | 12.35% | 10.14% |
| 2019 | 73.08% | 3.68% | 10.29% | 10.18% |
| 2020 | 68.42% | 3.33% | 12.60% | 11.40% |
| 2021 | 69.02% | 4.19% | 10.95% | 11.09% |
Propulsion systems engineer wage gap by race
According to our data, asian propulsion systems engineers have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Hispanic or latino propulsion systems engineers have the lowest average salary at $92,718.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $96,574 |
| White | $96,391 |
| Black or African American | $93,394 |
| Asian | $96,902 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $92,718 |
Average propulsion systems engineer age
See how the average age of propulsion systems engineers varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Propulsion systems engineer age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 41.5 | |
| White | 44 | 36 |
| Black or African American | 38.5 | 35 |
| Asian | 48 | 45 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 40 | 34 |
Propulsion systems engineer age breakdown
The average age of propulsion systems engineers is 40+ years years old, representing 57% of the propulsion systems engineer population.
Propulsion systems engineer age breakdown
| Propulsion Systems Engineer Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 57% |
| 30-40 years | 26% |
| 20-30 years | 16% |
Propulsion systems engineer educational attainment
The most common degree for propulsion systems engineers is bachelor's degree, with 75% of propulsion systems engineers earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 15% and master's degree degree at 10%.
- Bachelor's, 75%
- Master's, 15%
- Associate, 10%
Propulsion systems engineers by degree level
| Propulsion systems engineer degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 75% |
| Master's | 15% |
| Associate | 10% |
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Propulsion systems engineer wage gap by degree level
According to the data, propulsion systems engineers with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $112,399 annually. With a Master's degree, propulsion systems engineers earn a median annual income of $107,676 compared to $99,835 for propulsion systems engineers with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $107,676 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $99,835 |
| Doctorate Degree | $112,399 |
Propulsion systems engineer employment statistics
Most propulsion systems engineers work for a public in the technology industry.
Company size where propulsion systems engineers work
Below, you can see the size of companies where propulsion systems engineers work.
Propulsion systems engineer jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 2% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 5% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 2% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 7% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 30% |
| > 10,000 employees | 53% |
Propulsion systems engineer jobs by company type
Employees with the propulsion systems engineer job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most propulsion systems engineers prefer to work at public companies over private companies.
Propulsion systems engineer jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 5% |
| Public | 49% |
| Private | 47% |
Propulsion systems engineer jobs by industry
The most common industries for propulsion systems engineers are technology, automotive and transportation.
Propulsion systems engineer industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Technology | 28% |
| Fortune 500 | 20% |
| Automotive | 10% |
| Transportation | 8% |
| Start-up | 8% |
| Finance | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 5% |
| Education | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Insurance | 2% |
| Health Care | 2% |
| Professional | 2% |
| Retail | 2% |
Propulsion systems engineer turnover and employment statistics
Propulsion systems engineer unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for propulsion systems engineers between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Propulsion systems engineer unemployment rate by year
| Year | Propulsion systems engineer unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3.43% |
| 2011 | 3.46% |
| 2012 | 2.81% |
| 2013 | 1.87% |
| 2014 | 2.31% |
| 2015 | 1.79% |
| 2016 | 1.68% |
| 2017 | 2.34% |
| 2018 | 1.42% |
| 2019 | 0.78% |
| 2020 | 1.76% |
| 2021 | 2.59% |
Average propulsion systems engineer tenure
The average propulsion systems engineer stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 81 propulsion systems engineers resumes in Zippia's database.
Propulsion systems engineer tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 10% |
| 1-2 years | 28% |
| 3-4 years | 17% |
| 5-7 years | 22% |
| 8-10 years | 8% |
| 11+ years | 15% |
Propulsion systems engineer LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of propulsion systems engineers that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Product Safety Tester | 3.67% | 77,374 |
| Mining Consultant | 5.25% | 19,702 |
| Associate Member-Technical Staff | 6.39% | 138,012 |
| Propulsion Systems Engineer | 7.54% | - |
| Monomer Recovery Supervisor | 8.92% | 26,999 |
| Materials Branch Chief | 10.43% | 25,705 |
| Soil Engineer | 12.89% | 6,703 |
Similar propulsion systems engineer jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Product Safety Tester | 3.67% | 77,374 |
| Mining Consultant | 5.25% | 19,702 |
| Associate Member-Technical Staff | 6.39% | 138,012 |
| Monomer Recovery Supervisor | 8.92% | 26,999 |
| Materials Branch Chief | 10.43% | 25,705 |
| Soil Engineer | 12.89% | 6,703 |
Foreign languages spoken by propulsion systems engineers
The most common foreign language among propulsion systems engineers is Spanish at 42.9%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is Carrier at 28.6% and German is the third-most popular at 14.3%.
- Spanish, 42.9%
- Carrier, 28.6%
- German, 14.3%
- Russian, 14.3%
Propulsion systems engineer languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 42.9% |
| Carrier | 28.6% |
| German | 14.3% |
| Russian | 14.3% |
