1. Aerospace engineeringBy
Bryce Smith

2. Job description
An aerospace, or aeronautical engineer applies scientific and technological principles to research, design, develop, maintain and test the performance of:
civil and military aircraft;
missiles;
weapons systems;
satellites;
space vehicles.

3. Required training – high school and post-secondary
Entry-level aerospace engineers usually need a bachelor's degree. High school students interested in studying aerospace engineering should take courses in chemistry, physics, and math, including algebra, trigonometry, and calculus.
Bachelor’s degree programs include classroom, laboratory, and field studies in subjects such as general engineering principles, propulsion, stability and control, structures, mechanics, and aerodynamics, which is the study of how air interacts with moving objects.

4. Skills and Characteristics of a person successful in this career
Critical Thinking 
Reading Comprehension
Operations Analysis 
Complex Problem Solving 
Speaking
Active Listening
Science
Mathematics

5. Typical Wages Annual salary 10%:$66,110 25%:$82,500 50%:$105,380
75%:$130,260
90%:$155,240

6. Job Outlook
The opportunities available in aerospace engineering are expected to increase because of advances in technology and changes in the designs of many types of aircraft and spacecraft. There are also opportunities available due to engineers retiring or changing occupations. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the need for aerospace engineers will grow by seven percent from ( This growth rate is slower than the average rate for all occupations during that time period.

7. Professional Associations
Aerospace Industries Association
AHS International - The Vertical Flight Society
American Astronautical Society
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)
Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International
Experimental Aircraft Association
Society of Flight Test Engineers

8. Job listing Mechanical/Aerospace Engineer -13558 Camber Corporation
Corpus Christi, TX 
This position requires a BS in Aerospace or Mechanical engineering. The ideal candidate will have 10 years of experience related to the manufacturing and/or repair of aircraft.  Experience with root cause analysis, testing, materials analysis, product quality deficiency reports, failure analyses, manufacturing oversight, manufacturing plans, stress analyses, corrosion control, and data analysis supporting system safety and airworthiness for all Army aircraft is desirable.  Experience with Aviation Maintenance and/or Army aircraft systems, or prior military service is desirable.
Experience and working knowledge of Depot Maintenance Work Requirements, other military aviation technical data, Complex Assembly Manufacturing Solution (CAMS) and LEAN Six Sigma principles are a plus.
Ability to obtain/retain DoD Secret security clearance is required.
The engineer will support various Army rotary wing product lines including but not limited to engines, gear boxes, rotor heads, and rotary wing aircraft. Verifies all in-process testing, manufacturing, inspection, assembly, repair processes produce a conforming product. The engineer will support product planning in areas of program supportability analysis, acquisition of new equipment, modernization, Lean Six Sigma, and technical data changes. Reviews technical data and conducts process surveys/surveillance to ensure compliance with technical data and process procedures. Evaluates engineering change proposals and waivers/deviations for impact on product integrity and ensures shop floor Depot Maintenance Work Requirement compliance. The engineer will identify specific production problems in current operations and implement preventive measures to reduce/eliminate quality escapes and/or non-conforming products. The engineer will also evaluate the applicability of new technology for repair/overhaul processes.

9. Citations
"Aerospace Engineer: Job Description." | Prospects.ac.uk. 1 Apr Web. 18 Sept < (Job description)
"Summary." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 8 Jan Web. 21 Sept < engineering/aerospace-engineers.htm>.(Required training)
"Aerospace Engineer Career." Aerospace EngineerSkills and Knowledge. Mymajors. Web. 21 Sept < engineers/skills/>.(Skills and Characteristics )
" Aerospace Engineers." U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 25 Mar Web. 21 Sept < Wages)

10. Citations
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"Professional Organizations for Aerospace Engineering." Home. 22 July Web. 21 Sept <
"Mechanical/Aerospace Engineer "  Camber Corporation, 10 Sept Web. 23 Sept < b_did=J3F15H5VY0J4DYLXMYN&showNewJDP=yes&IPath=ILKV0A>.