Aerospace Aeronautical and Astronautical Space Engineering Major

Description: A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of aircraft, missiles, space vehicles, and their systems; applied research on flight and orbital characteristics; and the development of systems and procedures for the launching, guidance, and control of air and space vehicles. Is Aerospace Aeronautical and Astronautical Space Engineering the right major for you?
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Aerospace Aeronautical and Astronautical Space Engineering Major

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Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$125,900

Median Hourly Wage

$60.53*

Total Employed Nationally

174,720


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.