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Aeronautical Engineering

15 March 2023

Aeronautical engineering deals with the development of new technology in the field of Aviation, Space Exploration and Defense Systems. One can specialize in the designing, construction, development, testing, operation and maintenance of both commercial and military aircraft, spacecrafts and their components as well as satellites and missiles. It is one of the most challenging fields of Engineering with a wide scope for growth.

Job Prospects

The most common employment avenues are airplane manufacturing companies, Defense sectors like Air Force and research sectors. Private and government sector companies provide employment for Aeronautical Engineers; the most prominent ones include Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), Indian Air Force, Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL), Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO), Indian Airlines and Air India. If you plan to start a career in any foreign country, USA, Canada and several European nations are the most lucrative options. NASA is the dream destination for any Aeronautical Engineer and provides huge employment chances.

Attributes

Some essential pre-requisites to join this profession include having an eye for detail, good mathematical precision, computer, problem-solving, designing, planning and communication skills. Aeronautical Engineers must possess the knack for working under pressure. One also needs to be physically fit and be able to work fast especially during aircrafts turnarounds. A student who does not have sharp eye sight and is color blind may not qualify to become an Aeronautical Engineer even though he may be academically brilliant.

Eligibility

The basic degree required is a B.E. (Bachelor of Engineering) or a B.Tech (Bachelor of Technology). One needs to qualify the 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics with a good aggregate percentage.

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