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What is Aerospace Engineering?
Aerospace engineering is the branch of engineering behind the design, construction and science of aircraft and spacecraft. Aerospace engineering has broken into two major branches: aeronautical engineering and astronautical engineering. The former deals with craft that stay within Earth's atmosphere, and the latter deals with craft that operate outside of Earth's atmosphere. While "aeronautical" was the original term, the broader "aerospace" has superseded it in usage, as flight technology advanced to include craft operating in outer space.
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Typical roles: Engineers, All Other, Aerospace Engineers, Industrial Production Managers, Engineering Managers, Computer Programmers, Sales Managers, Managers, All Other, Electronics Engineering Technicians, Computer and Information Systems Managers, Treasurers and Controllers
Typical tasks:
- Maintain records of performance reports for future reference.
- Coordinate and direct projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
- Present and explain proposals, reports, and findings to clients.
- Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates.
- Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes.
- Build prototypes from rough sketches or plans.
- Manage backup, security and user help systems.
- Consult with users, management, vendors, and technicians to assess computing needs and system requirements.
- Maintain current knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards.
- Lead staff training and development in budgeting and financial management areas.
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- 25+ Years
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