There are currently an estimated 8,500 naval engineers in the United States. The naval engineer job market is expected to grow by 5.8% between 2024 and 2034.
How employable are naval engineers?
CareerExplorer rates naval engineers with a F employability rating, meaning this career should provide poor employment opportunities for the foreseeable future. Over the next 10 years, it is expected the US will need 500 naval engineers.
What’s the supply of naval engineers?
Naval Engineer job market by state
| State Name | Employed Naval Engineers |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 490 |
| Louisiana | 430 |
| Washington | 370 |
| Florida | 370 |
| Texas | 330 |
| Maryland | 300 |
| Maine | 260 |
| California | 250 |
| New York | 250 |
| Hawaii | 120 |
| Wisconsin | 80 |
| Mississippi | 70 |
| South Carolina | 40 |
| Georgia | 40 |