Aerospace Engineers create the technological tools that have launched humankind, space shuttles, satellites, and exploration rovers into space.

Aerospace Engineers typically enter the occupation with a bachelor’s degree in an engineering specialty, but some basic research positions may require a graduate degree. Engineers offering their services directly to the public must be licensed. Continuing education to keep current with rapidly changing technology is important for engineers.  Typical academic requirements are: Physics, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, materials science, statistics and engineering courses provide the base for any aspiring rocket scientist. Some colleges offer a degree in aerospace engineering; others offer a more generalized engineering degree with some coursework in aerospace engineering.

About 37 percent of engineering jobs are found in manufacturing industries and another 28 percent are in the professional, scientific, and technical services sector, primarily in architectural, engineering, and related services. Many engineers also worked in the construction, telecommunications, and wholesale trade industries.

Common work activities include:

Produces aerospace engineering designs and modifications by identifying project objectives and issues.

Researching and developing aerospace engineering techniques and approaches.

Verifying and validating plans.

Supporting project implementation.

Advise clients regarding engineering problem

Analyze engineering design problems and test data

Analyze project proposal to determine feasibility, cost, or time

Calculate engineering specifications

Compile numerical or statistical data

Conduct performance testing

The average salary range for an Aerospace Engineer is $40,000 to $110,000.

**Annual earnings are determined by a variety of factors including field, title, place of employment, level of education, experience and geography.**

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