Tips for Entry
Participate in the National Society of Professional Engineers’ mentoring program (https://www.nspe.org/resources/career-center).
Read publications such as Aerospace America (https://aerospaceamerica.aiaa.org/), Aerospace & Defense Technology (https://www.sae.org/publications/magazines/aerospace-engineering-aerospace-defense-technology), and PE Magazine (https://www.nspe.org/resources/pe-magazine) to learn more about trends in the industry and potential employers.
Visit the following Web sites for job listings:
- https://www.aia-aerospace.org/careers
- https://careercenter.aiaa.org
- https://www.aiaa.org
Join professional associations such as the National Society of Professional Engineers to access training and networking resources, industry publications, and employment opportunities.
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