job description
What do you think you are, a rocket scientist? Join this field, and the answer is yes. As an Aerospace Engineer, you’ll help find ways to launch more people safely into space, design more efficient passenger planes, and generally help create the world’s most sophisticated aircraft. A mind for advanced math and science, along with creative problem solving skills will be your keys to success as you build and test the next wave of futuristic flying machines. The U.S. Department of Defense and NASA are just two organizations that depend on Aerospace Engineers. You might find a home teaching at a top university as well.
education requirements
Bachelor’s in Engineering, Masters and Ph.D. in Engineering preferred
recommended courses
Physics, Chemistry, Statistics, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Computer Science
average salary
$66K-$76K entry level, with potential to earn over $100K later in career


