r/aerospace

Hello! I applied and received offers from both SpaceX and Stoke Space for this Fall. SpaceX would be in Starbase, TX working on Starship tooling, and Stoke Space is in Kent, WA on avionics mechanical.
Is there any benefit to picking one over the other?

Currently leaning towards Stoke because of better culture, closer to home, and startup vibes but let me know if there’s other factors to consider.

Thanks!

For the context : I'm currently doing 1st yr physics undergrad and an opportunity came around for me to also apply for aerospace course which is for the first 2 years conducted in online with physical lab sessions and if I qualify their exams with necessary credit points I'd be called for an interview to continue the full bs aerospace course.

I'd be lying if I said I'm not into aerospace but I'm more into its research area such as nuclear propulsion systems or turbulence.

I'm afraid I don't know how exactly to get to that position or if at all it's sustainable.

Suppose say, I go along with this course and complete the program, how would I have to proceed to those kinds of research?

Hi everyone,

I’m from Nepal and I recently finished my +2. My dream is to become an aeronautical/aerospace engineer, but I honestly feel confused about where to start. Nepal doesn’t seem to have many opportunities in this field, so I’m trying to understand the best path forward.

I’d really appreciate advice from people already studying or working in aerospace/aeronautical engineering. Which country or university would you recommend for someone from Nepal? Is it better to study mechanical engineering first and then specialize later? What skills should I start learning now?

I’m especially interested in scholarships, affordable universities, internships, and realistic career opportunities.

Any guidance, personal experiences, or mistakes to avoid would mean a lot. Thank you!

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We'll be here next Thursday 21st May, 3–5pm BST to answer your questions, with a focus on industrial and embedded use of Raspberry Pi.

Between the three of us we cover the full stack, so bring whatever you've got; board-level hardware questions, software and OS questions, the Compute Modules, RP2040/RP2350, real-time performance, interfacing with industrial protocols, or broader questions.

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See you on the 21st.

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I was wondering if it would be feasible to dedicate one Airbus A380 to short sightseeing flights around major North American cities.

Idea:

• 1 to 2 hour flights that depart and return to the same airport
• No checked baggage and short flights, which would reduce weight and thus fuel
• Marketed as a bucket-list “fly on an A380” experience rather than transport

Many people want to fly on an A380 but never do because they do not travel on routes where it is used.

Is this at all viable economically and operationally, or would the costs still make it impractical even for an experience-focused operation?

Might not be the right sub but thought here has the biggest pool. OOS for all colleges. ERAU gives biggest ride. Targeting Aerospace. Which one should I go with.

Edit : focusing on career take off ; whom helps best with internships, connections and landing a job in relevant industry?

Would the labs and clubs be too crowded in CU and VT comparing Riddle?

Has anyone been hired recently at Boeing or Spirit Aerosystems recently? For entry level. I interviewed for them and i have some questions 🙏🏻

Hi everyone, I’m 16 studying at a diploma level and I need advice because I may make a very important decision for my life soon.

I originally applied for chemical and biomolecular engineering as the economic development board of my country Singapore, stated that they will focus on the semiconductor and renewable energy sectors in the future. However I never really liked chemistry, for my O levels, I got a B for it and C for Bio. I scored my only A grades in E math, A math and physics.

Math has been my favourite subject in the recent years. I’m currently one month into chemical and biomolecular engineering and I have the option to transfer to aerospace engineering. The future looks bright if I stay but I believe I’m much more passionate about math and physics.

I’m in a dilemma, should I work towards a growing job market or do something I enjoy more but is slightly more stagnant? I hope to find valuable insight from people familiar with the aerospace industry as I’m pretty stuck.

I’m an Aerospace Engineering student at Auburn University with a 3.7 GPA, undergraduate research experience, and multiple engineering projects, but I still haven’t been able to land an internship despite applying to countless positions, especially around Huntsville. I’ve revised my resume through workshops, networked, and cold-emailed professors for research opportunities, but I’ve only gotten 3 interviews throughout college. At this point I’m feeling pretty defeated and would appreciate advice on what I should do this summer to stay competitive or find any last-minute opportunities.

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for some honest advice and guidance regarding my job search in the aerospace industry in France.

I completed my Bachelor’s degree outside the EU and later came to France for my Master’s in Aerospace Engineering(structures and materials). I’ve now finished my Master’s, and I also have an intermediate level in French.

For the past ~7 months, I’ve been actively applying for jobs in aerospace companies in France. I’ve tried different CV formats, tailored applications, and applied consistently through job portals and company websites.

I’m facing the following situation:

• I sometimes get the first HR call or initial screening
• But after that, I rarely get any follow-up
• Even when I do get feedback, it’s usually something like: “We found a candidate with a better fit/experience for this role”
• Most of the time, I don’t even reach technical interviews

Honestly, I’m starting to feel confused about what I’m missing in the process.

I would really appreciate advice on:

1. Interview preparation (HR + technical): What do companies in French aerospace really expect in early HR rounds?
2. Job search strategy: Am I missing something in how I apply (CV, networking, internships, referrals, etc.)?
3. Entry into aerospace in France: Is it realistic to get in directly after Master’s, or is an internship/contract role more common first?
4. Language & integration: How important is French fluency beyond intermediate level for entry roles?

For context, I am mainly targeting aerospace structures/materials-related roles.

If anyone here has experience hiring or working in aerospace companies in France, your advice would really help me understand what I should change.

Thanks a lot in advance.

Hi All! I am going to be majoring in aerospace engineering student next year at umd. I need to get a new laptop and wondering what people recommend. Generally Mac or windows? Anything specific I need to know? Thanks!

I have 1 year of experience using AutoCAD in civil infrastructure, and I hold a B.Tech degree in Mechanical Engineering. Before pursuing a master’s degree, I want to build a strong foundation in design, aerodynamics, and marine engineering so I can decide which field to specialize in. I would also like to understand the basic concepts, required skills, and software commonly used in these industries before enrolling in a master’s program.

Any insight to this matter

How long prior to the internship do drug tests generally take place. I haven’t smoked in months, so I’m fine, but would like to know for future reference. I’m familiar with ITAR, but wanted to ask for experiences here.

Hey guys! I am having a really hard time deciding which offer to take for a summer internship. Both are local and similar pay. El Segundo location for both

Structural design and analysis intern at a small startup working on a payload deployment system that releases smaller satellites from a host spacecraft without using thrusters vs build reliability engineer intern at another startup building a NASA lunar rover.

Long term goal is rocket propulsion test or design. Which role sets me up better? I have previous internship experience in mechanical design, hardware test, and also have developed my own bipropellant liquid engine.

Thank you guys!

Hi everyone,

I’m trying to pick between two grad school options and would really value industry perspectives.

I’m finishing a B.S. in Physics (concentration in Applied Physics & Engineering) from UCR. I want to work in aerospace, ideally around propulsion/energy (renewable energy for propulsion applications — sustainable fuels, thermal/fluids, power/energy systems, controls).

My options:

Cal State LA — M.S. Mechanical Engineering (MSME)
- Looks like I can start the MS directly with no big deficiency list
- Likely finish in about 2 years
- ME electives include stuff like propulsion, aerodynamics, heat transfer, CFD, energy systems (from the catalog)

San Diego State — M.S. Aerospace Engineering (MSAE)
- Admitted conditionally and required to complete 9 undergrad aerospace courses (statics, dynamics, methods, fluids, low/high-speed aero + lab, propulsion, stability/control) by Spring 2027 while maintaining a 3.0
- Realistically feels like 3 years, maybe more depending on prereqs
- Yes the aerospace label is appealing, but the deficiency load worries me

Finances: I’ll likely need significant loans either way. I’m trying to avoid a decision that adds an extra year of debt if the industry outcome is similar.

Question: If the goal is getting into aerospace industry, is it smarter to:
- take the quicker/cleaner MSME route (and tailor electives/projects to aerospace), or
- take the MSAE route even if it realistically becomes 3 years?

If you’re in aerospace hiring / early career engineering: does “MSAE vs MSME” matter much compared to projects + internships? Any advice on making the ME degree clearly aerospace-aligned would help a lot.

Thank you!!