Aerospace Job Growth
The aerospace industry is ever-evolving, and as technology advances, so does its capacity for skilled aerospace engineers.
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics suggests that ‘aerospace engineer employment is predicted to grow by 6% from 2021 to 2031’, positioning it slightly higher than the average compared to occupations, standing aerospace engineers in good stead for a fruitful and fulfilling career.
But what is driving the growth within the industry and the demand for more skilled workers? And how will this impact your aerospace engineering career?
What is Driving Aerospace Job Growth?
According to research, it is expected that within the aerospace industry, ‘7580 new jobs will be filled by 2029’, representing an ‘annual increase of 1.39 per cent over the next few years.’ For the US, areas seeing a particular increase in demand are Texas, Florida and California. Not only are these states associated with large entities like Boeing, but they’re also seeing an increase in the establishment of smaller companies looking to add skilled engineers to their workforce.
What seems to be driving the demand in part is ‘the desire to continue increasing accessibility to space travel and exploration. This has created more opportunities for scientists, researchers and engineers to work on space-related projects.’
Couple this with the increased demand for commercial travel, environmentally friendly air travel, UAVs and an engineering backlog still in existence after COVID, it’s clear why the industry and its workforce are set to expand in the coming years.
Personal Job Growth for Aerospace Engineers
Industry growth brings about the need for more entry-level skilled workers, but it also opens up opportunities for those already enjoying careers within the aerospace industry.
You may find yourself moving to more supervisory roles, such as project management, or you may even discover a new area of interest as technology continues to advance. To help you further your career in a growing industry, here are some roles that may be of interest to you:
Spacecraft Designer
If you’ve previously enjoyed roles in aircraft design, spacecraft design may be the next logical step. Particularly as commercial space travel begins to take form as a reality rather than an idea, you may be presented with opportunities to work on spacecraft that will change the future of space travel.
Drafter
Your skills in aerospace engineering and expanded knowledge of air and spacecraft may mean that you’re able to turn your hand to the role of a drafter. As the requirements for modern air and spacecraft change to incorporate environmental challenges, drafters will be responsible for helping to design and direct the creation of this equipment.
Project Management
As aforementioned, project management is a logical step to take if you’re looking to move up the ranks. As the entry-level workforce expands, the industry will be looking to utilise existing skills in supervisory positions, allowing you to progress your career.
Aerospace Engineering Roles with Mackinnon & Partners
There’s no doubt that the aerospace industry is growing. Aerospace job growth is set to continue positively in the coming years, providing plenty of opportunities for new and experienced aerospace engineers alike.
If you’re looking to kickstart or further your aerospace engineering career, please get in touch with Mackinnon & Partners.
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