Aerospace Engineers

An Aerospace Engineer designs aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft using knowledge of engineering and physics, and tests prototypes to see if they work according to design. May specialize in aeronautical design and work with airplanes and helicopters, or specialize in astronautical design and work with vehicles used in outer space. May specialize in a particular area of design, such as aerodynamic flow or navigation.

About this Career

Average Salary

£53,653

New workers start at around £34,219. Normal pay is £53,653 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £81,108

Annual Openings

37

Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons in London, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs

Daily Tasks

  • Inspects completed aircraft maintenance work to certify that it meets standards and the aircraft is ready for operation.
  • Ensures that equipment, operation and maintenance comply with design specifications and safety standards.
  • Analyses test data; undertakes research and advises on all aspects of aircraft, spacecraft and their systems.
  • Organises and plans projects, arranges work schedules, carries out inspection work and plans maintenance control.
  • Conceives and develops engineering designs from product ideas in aerospace engineering.

Skills Employers are looking for

Skills Importance
Reading Comprehension 85%
Mathematics 85%
Science 84%
Monitoring 81%
Active Learning 79%
Critical Thinking 78%
Active Listening 77%
Writing 75%
Speaking 74%
Learning Strategies 50%