Aeronautical Engineers

Aeronautical Engineers perform and supervise engineering work concerned with the design, development, manufacture, maintenance and modification of aircraft for flight.

  • The Job
  • The Facts
  • Related Courses

What the job involves

  • Designs aircraft, componentry and support equipment
  • Consults with aero-engine specialists to co-ordinate design of aircraft
  • Carries out surveys of airframes and equipment and checks for structural faults using laboratory or flight conditions
  • Ensures that aircraft are capable of meeting operational conditions by examining characteristics and evaluating flight tests

Key values of workers in Aeronautical Engineers

  • Recognition

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

  • Independence

    Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

  • Achievement

    Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

  • Support

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

  • Relationships

    Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

Top skills required for workers in Aeronautical Engineers

  • Reading Comprehension

    Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

  • Science

    Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

  • Active Listening

    Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

  • Writing

    Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

  • Speaking

    Talking to others to convey information effectively.