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Launch into an Aerospace career today!
With the Dallas/Fort Worth region being home to several of the largest Aerospace companies in the United States, It seems only fitting to explore exciting career opportunities within this industry.
Aerospace includes the research, design, manufacturing and maintenance of aircrafts moving through air and space. Whether it's a jet, helicopter, airplane, or unmanned vehicle this industry produces equipment that can be used for military or civil transport.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to design the F-22 Raptor or assemble the V-22 Osprey?
These high tech aircrafts and many others are just a few examples of Aerospace products created by companies in the Dallas/Fort Worth region. This industry operates across the globe and is the key to our economies success, keeping our borders secure and inspiring innovative thoughts and ideas.
Many of the employees within Aerospace are approaching retirement causing the industry to face a shortage of skilled labor. With record numbers of "baby boomer" engineer and manufacturing employees approaching retirement the industry suggests there will be plenty of jobs available for our future workforce.
When these employees retire, the industry will face a shortage of skilled labor. With global competition at an all time high, students that excel in math and science should consider the exciting career opportunities within the Aerospace industry.
According to the United States Department of Labor, "The Federal Government traditionally has been the aerospace industry's biggest customer. The vast majority of Government contracts to purchase aerospace equipment are awarded by the Department of Defense."
The Aerospace industry develops products to aid the continuing war on terror. Military aircraft are commonly used to transport troops, equipment and weapons across the world.
More than 184,000 Texans hold jobs in the Aerospace industry while Texas has maintained its leading role as home to almost 2,000 Aerospace companies according to Texas Governor Rick Perry.
Candidates interested in working for Defense related Aerospace companies must meet the following requirements:
· Must be at least 18 years of age
· Have a High School diploma or a GED,
· Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Occupations within the Industry include both manufacturing and professional positions. If you're interested in a manufacturing job in Aerospace, some examples would be:
CNC Machinist, Sheet Metal worker, aircraft structural assembler, machinist, assembler
If you're interested in an engineering position with the Aerospace industry, some examples would be:
Aerospace Engineer: Develop design criteria for defense, aviation and space exploration including testing methods, production costs, quality standards, and completion dates. Aerospace engineers ensure all aerospace products meet the customer's specifications.
Manufacturing Engineer: Apply knowledge of materials and engineering theory and methods to design, integrate, and improve manufacturing systems or related processes. May work with commercial or industrial designers to refine product designs to increase producibility and decrease costs.
Are you looking for challenge, excitement, a good salary and great benefits, and then the Aerospace engineering field is the perfect fit for you. Companies across the country are looking for bright creative people to design jets and helicopters. How else can you get this up close and personal with a high tech piece of flying machine?
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