Is being an aerospace engineer a good fit for you?
Designs, builds and tests aircraft, rockets and spacecraft. May research which materials and equipment work best.
What the work involves
- Creates early designs for aircraft and space products that meet customer and environmental needs.
- Checks product data and designs against engineering principles, customer needs and quality standards.
- Directs or coordinates staff designing, building, changing and testing aircraft or space products.
- Plans and runs tests on models and prototypes of aircraft or space systems.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be curious and hands-on. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.
- Achievement. Progress, recognition, ambitious goals.
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if an aerospace engineer is one of yours.
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