Aerospace Engineering BSc(Hons): After you graduate

Aerospace is one of the most vibrant and successful sectors of UK industry. Impressive technology skills in engineering, electronics, software and many other areas have established the UK aerospace industry as the largest after the USA. Our graduates have found employment with companies such as Boeing Space Systems, British Aerospace, British Airways,Defence Evaluation and Research Agency, EADS,GEC Marconi, Matra Marconi Space/Astrium and Rolls-Royce and Surrey Satellite Technology.

Many graduates go on to study at masters and doctoral level. Aerospace graduates are also sought after by other industries because of their high-quality skills.

Our graduates include the design engineer for the Hawk and Harrier aircraft and the chief air accident investigator for the UK.

Types of Jobs

• production engineer
• repair engineer
• applications engineer
• contract loader
• civil servant
• telemetry and loads analysis engineer
• bid manager

Employers

• Tesla Engineering
• Ministry of Defence
• General Electric Aircraft Engine Services
• Virgin Atlantic
• Logica
• AgustaWestland
• Transport for London