Aerospace Engineering

Career in Aerospace Engineering

Aerospace Engineering is the study and development of aircraft and space crafts. It is a combination of machines that fly in Air (Aeronautical Engineering) and machinery that can move outside the earth's atmosphere which is called Astronautical Engineering.

 

Nature of the Work:

  • Design, develop and test aircrafts and aerospace machines
  • Research to find new ways to reduce noise, improve efficiency and decreas fuel consumption of aircrafts
  • Ensure the safety of the machines and passengers
  • Develop acceptance criteria for design methods, quality standards, sustainment after delivery, and completion dates

Scope of Aerospace Engineering in Pakistan

Scope of Aerospace engineering is high in Pakistan. As only fewer universities offer this course, the man power is limited so the demand is high. With the advent of space technology in Pakistan, and PAF looking for better domestic fighter jets, the scope of Aerospace is increasing and its demand is getting higher.

Employment opportunities of aerospace engineers are projected to grow 6 percent over the last ten years worldwide. The demand of Research and Development in this field is also high. With the increasing interest of the state and related stakeholders in Aerospace i.e. PAF, SUPARCO and NESCOM to launch new satellites, design new aircrafts and space shuttles, the opportunities are increasing.

Aerospace Engineering Education

4 Years Engineering degree is offered in Aerospace Engineering in Pakistan.

Eligibility Criteria of Aerospace Engineering

  • Minimum 60% marks in Matric
  • Minimum 60% Marks in FSc Pre-engineering or Equivalent
  • Entry Test

Aerospace Engineering Universities

2 universities in Pakistan are offering BSc Aerospace Engineering. For list of universities please visit Program Section or click here 

Aerospace Engineering Job Market

Aeronautical Engineers are hired by all those companies, industries involved in aviation. Following is the list of major employers:

Job Market:

  • Pakistan Air Force
  • Commercial Airlines
  • Aircrafts Manufacturing Companies
  • Universities and Colleges
  • SUPARCO
  • Army Aviation Wing
  • Missile Development Factories
  • Nuclear Energy Commission
  • Research Organizations
  • Space Research Associations
  • Missile and Helicopters Manufacturing Companies

How to become Aerospace Engineer

There are five options to become to become an Aeronautical Engineer

  1. Join PAF Aeronautical Engineering course after Inter
  2. BSc Engg /BE Degree in Aerospace Engineering
  3. BSc Engg / BE in Mechanical Engineering or Related Fields
  4. B.Tech or Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering or Aviation Technology

Related Fields of Aerospace Engineering

BSc Aeronautical Engineering is not the only choice to become Aeronautical Engineer. But you can also take the following options

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Mechatronics Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Some universities also accept Chemical Engineering and Electrical Engineering degree holders for MS in Aeronautical Engineering

 

 


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