An aerospace engineer develops new technologies for spacecraft, aircraft, and missiles by designing, testing, and manufacturing these systems. They conduct research on materials and equipment, work with machines that fly in and out of the atmosphere, and hold higher positions involving teaching, research, and development. A bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, electronics, computer science, or math is required, with average salaries ranging from $58,130 for beginning positions to $93,890 on average and $134,570 potential maximum. The career outlook is for slight overall increase and somewhat stable demand driven by needs for newer, better aircraft.

1. The Career of an Aerospace Engineer By Matthew Campbell

2. “Don’t bunt. Aim out of the ballpark.” (David Ogilvy)

3. Job Overview Developing new technologies for many different uses Designing, testing, supervising and manufacturing spacecraft, aircraft, and missiles. Perform a variety of engineer work Conduct research on materials and equipment Some specialize in a method or specific aerospace product

4. More Job Overview Work with machines that fly in and out of the atmosphere Systems oriented type of engineering Higher positions include teaching, research and development positions

5. Education A bachelor's degree is required A bachelor’s degree is most common Engineering, physics, electronics, computer and math classes

6. Payment $58,130, beginning salary $93,890, average salary $134,570, potential salary $45.18, U.S. average wage

7. Career Outlook slight increase Somewhat stable Demand of newer, better aircraft

8. Growth Potential 10.38% in the U.S. 11% in Maryland New graduates needed More slowly than average

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