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Aerospace Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

 

Aerospace Engineering involves researching, developing, designing, testing and launching planes, space machine, satellites and weapon systems for commercial and military purposes. Aerospace Engineering also revolves around improving the safety and fuel efficiency and developing new materials or systems to meet the demands of the customers and reduce the impact of air commute on the environment.

Role Desciption

 

Aerospace Engineers design, construct and test aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft. They carry out basic and applied research to assess the adaptableness of materials and apparatus to aircraft design and manufacture. Suggesting improvements required in testing the equipment and techniques is also one of their significant job duties. They are also involved in designing satellites and missiles, and test materials for fortitude and compliance. Aerospace Engineers consider all the details and maintain rigorous documentation for the success of any project, as a lot of lives are dependent on an Engineer’s efficiency. They act as a problem solver with strong investigative and superior mathematics skills to create and clearly develop designs that meet regulations. Also it is their responsibility to ensure that customer's needs are fulfilled and resolve problems while ensuring safety at an affordable cost. They design electromechanical equipment or systems, prepare procedural documents, investigate system, equipment, or product failures, evaluate designs or specifications to ensure quality. Also these Engineers are responsible to analyze the design or requirements for mechanical equipment or systems, research engineering applications of emerging technologies and evaluate plans or specifications to determine technological or environmental implications.
 

Eligibility

 

Route to Aerospace Engineering Profession

Route 110 + 2 with Science Stream with Math
 B. Tech in Aerospace Engineering for 4 years,,
 M. Tech for 2 years
Route 210 + 2 with Science Stream with Math
 B. Tech plus M. Tech    
(Dual Degree) in Aerospace Engineering for 5 years      
 

 

Significant Statistics

 

  • Aeronautical and Astronautical are two parts of Aerospace Engineering
  • Minimum 50% in 10+2 for admission to main colleges and 60% for few selected colleges
  • English must be a subject studied in 10+2
  • Age Limit is fixed for admission to some colleges
     

Pros/Cons

 

Pros

  • Technology driven and knowledge based profession
  • Career opportunities are not limited to space and aircraft only
  • Remuneration is very high

 

Cons

  • Need to work at different locations
  • Stressful work environment
  • A lot of study is required which sometimes seems difficult 
Leading Professions
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Aircraft/Missiles Maintenance

Testing and maintaining new aerodynamic and aviation systems is done by Engineers here.

8.0LPA

Aircraft Designer

These professionals are responsible to design, construct, and test air/space crafts and missiles. Conducting basic and applied research is also sometimes a part of their work for the evaluation of adaptability of materials and equipment.

12.0LPA

Aviation Engineer

Aviation Engineers deal with development of airspace, design of airports, aircraft navigation technologies, and aerodrome.

12.0LPA

Satellite and Space Research

The professionals who deal with communication networks, navigation systems, and radars fall under this category.

10.0LPA

Spacecraft Engineer

Spacecraft engineers design and develop vehicles intended for space travel, such as satellites, space probes, and crewed spacecraft. They address unique challenges like vacuum conditions, extreme temperatures, and radiation

4.0LPA

Propulsion Engineer

Propulsion engineers work on engines and propulsion systems used in aircraft and spacecraft. They design, test, and optimize engines to achieve efficient thrust and propulsion under various conditions

7.0LPA

Systems Engineer

Systems engineers oversee the integration of various subsystems within an aerospace vehicle, ensuring they work together harmoniously. They consider the interactions between components like propulsion, avionics, and controls

7.0LPA

Aerospace Software Engineer

Aerospace software engineers develop software used in flight control systems, navigation, communication, and other critical functions. They ensure software reliability, safety, and compliance with industry standards

7.0LPA

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Career Path

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3 Steps

Route 2

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Skills

Expertise in mathematics
design and physics
English language abilities
computers skills
electronics and mechanical abilities
critical thinking
complex problem solving
operations analysis
systems evaluation
decision making
monitoring

Recruitment Area

Aeronautical Development Establishments ,

Aeronautical Labs ,

Airlines ,

Defense Services ,

Dept. of Civil Aviation ,

Flying Clubs .

Recruiters

ISRO ,

Defense Ministry ,

Civil Aviation ,

National Aeronautical Laboratory ,

DRDO ,

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited .

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