Aerospace Engineering
What are some examples of Aerospace Engineering inventions?
2013:The SpaceX Grasshopper is the first reusable rocket invented.
2012: Pilotless Helicopter which can aid our military against IED's and other attacks by moving cargo remotely using a GPS and other systems.
Where are some places where Aerospace Engineers work?
NASA
Aerojet Rocketdyne
Lockheed Martin
Northrop Grumman
What are the duties of an Aerospace Engineer?
Direct research and development programs.
Formulate conceptual design of aeronautical or aerospace products or systems to meet customer requirements.
Develop design criteria for aeronautical or aerospace products or systems, including testing methods, production costs, quality standards, and completion dates.
Plan and conduct experimental, environmental, operational and stress tests on models and prototypes of aircraft and aerospace systems and equipment.
Direct and coordinate activities of engineering or technical personnel designing, fabricating, modifying, or testing of aircraft or aerospace products.
Evaluate product data and design from inspections and reports for conformance to engineering principles, customer requirements, and quality standards.
What are the requirements to become an Aerospace Engineer?
A bachelor's degree in engineering is required for almost all entry-level aerospace engineering jobs
Subjects to study in High School:
Chemistry, physics, computer science, algebra, geometry, calculus, English; if available, applied technology, statistics
Graduate training is essential for engineering faculty positions and many research and development programs, but is not required for the majority of entry-level engineering jobs
Aerospace engineers should be creative, inquisitive, analytical, and detail oriented.