Air Traffic Control Officer

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Air Traffic Control Officer

Air Traffic Controllers monitor and direct the movement of air traffic in and around airports and enroute on specified paths directing the planes to stay safe distances from each other.

Std XII Stream: Science 

Mandatory Subjects: Mathematics, Physics 

Academic Difficulty : High

Job Profile

Are responsible for coordinating the safe arrival, departure and transit of all aircrafts flying in the airspace of an airport

They use radar and hi-tech communication equipment to direct the pilots for safety during landing , takeoff and taxiing.

Issue weather, wind, visibility and speed information to pilots required for take off, landing and en-route weather conditions

Monitor and conduct the air traffic on the ground at airports

Issue landing and takeoff instructions to pilots following ground traffic management procedure

ATCs are trained to monitor the aircraft on radar, to maintain pilot communication and to guide the aircraft out of the airport  airspace.

Air traffic is guided and monitored by en-route control centers manned by ATCs.

ATCs alert rescue and response teams during any kind of aircraft emergency.

Skills required

Technical acumen

Team member

Problem solving

Decision making

Multitasking

Communication & clear voice and language

Patience

Concentration while working at odd hours and shifts

Employment Opportunities

AirportsIndian Air ForceIndian NavyAircraft manufacturers

Top Recruiting Companies

Airports Authority of IndiaHindustan Aeronautics Ltd.Indian Air ForceIndian Navy

How to get there?

Path 1:

Std XII

Stream : Science PCM

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Graduation

B.Tech Telecom/ Electronics/Radio Engg

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Selection Test

AAI*/ IAF**/ Indian Navy***

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Training

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Goal

Manager Air Traffic Contol

Path 2:

Std XII

Stream : Science PCM

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Professional Exam

Instt of Engg :Section A & B exam

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Selection Test

AAI * / IAF**/Indian Navy***

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Training

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Goal

Manager Air Traffic Control

Path 3:

Std XII

Stream: Science PCM

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Selection Test

AAI*/ IAF**/ Indian Navy***

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Training

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Goal

Manager Air Traffic Control

Path 4:

Std XII

Stream : Science PCM

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Diploma

Electronic Engg

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Selection Test

AAI*/ IAF**/ Indian Navy***

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Goal

Superintendent ATC

*Airports Authority of India conducts the selection of Managers ATC and Superintendants ATC through a written test, interview, voice test , medical exam. Maximum age is 28 years.

** Indian Air Force (Administrative Branch) selects ATC officers through Service Selection Board

***Indian Navy selects ATC officers though Service Selection Board (SSB)

**** Aeronautical Society of India

 Training: After selection air traffic controllers have to undergo training at Civil Aviation Training Centres. On completion of the training they appear before a rating board and qualify to work with control tower/radar/aircraft control/flight information centers.

Where to study?

IITNITsState Engineering collegesAICTE recognized engineering collegesInstitution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering (IETE) www.lete.org.
Aeronautical Society of India www.asiindia.org

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Best career option: Air Hostess

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Air Hostess

An airhostess (woman) and steward (man) are hosts on an airplane who hospitably look after the passengers in flight and tend to their comfort and requirements.

Salary: 2.24 Lakhs to 12.82 Lakhs per annum

Std XII Stream: Science, Commerce, Humanities/Arts

Academic Difficulty : Low

Job Profile

Air cabin crew look after the welfare, comfort and safety of passengers travelling in the aircraft.

• Preflight briefing - They are briefed by the captain on expected weather conditions, special passenger problems etc.
• They check emergency equipment in the aircraft.
• The aircraft and toilets are tidied and seat pocket information put in place.
• Meals and beverage for the number of passengers on board is checked.
• First-aid kits and other emergency equipment are checked.
• They greet passengers coming aboard, check their tickets, and assist them in storing carry-on luggage.
• When passengers are seated, they check that doors are closed and seat belts fastened.
• Before take-off they demonstrate the use of emergency equipment and point out exit doors and notify the pilot when they are ready for take-off.

Inflight:

• They serve meals and drinks. Meals are usually pre-packed and stored in hot cases.
• Sell duty-free goods such as alcohol, perfume and tobacco.
• Make announcements on behalf of the pilot, and before landing they check that safety belts are fastened.
• Deal with emergencies such as the ill health of passengers
• In case of flight emergencies they are trained to immediately apply the safety drills and help passengers vacate the aircraft before leaving themselves.

On landing:

• They check stocks of duty-free goods.
• Complete account sheets showing balance of cash and stock.
• Prepare reports on medications given to passengers, lost and found articles, and cabin equipment conditions.
• Senior flight attendants are working supervisors aboard planes- directing the work of junior attendants while performing some of the same duties.

Employment Opportunities

With airlines as cabin crew and at airports as ground staff.

How do I get there?

Std XII (any)

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Graduation (any)

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Selection and training

Airlines/air hostess

Training academies

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     Goal

Air hostess.

National and some international airlines recruit cabin crew by calling for applications through leading newspapers -
Graduates in the age group of 19-25 years for training. International Airlines recruit airhostesses in the age group of 18-35 years.

Good language, ability and proficiency in English, Hindi, a regional language and at least one foreign language are essential requirements for inflight crew members working for National or International carriers. Physical requirements - Height for Air Hostesses - minimum of 157.5 cm and Flight Pursers 163 cm with proportionate weight.

Normal eyesight without glasses or a minimum uncorrected distant vision of 6/40 is acceptable.
Selection
National Carriers - Scrutinise applications and conduct written test comprising of general knowledge, mental ability and verbal ability for shortlisted candidates. This is followed by an interview and group discussion.

International airlines conduct a preliminary interview during which the measurement of height and weight of the applicants is checked and candidates then take a written test which consists of general knowledge, mental ability, language ability (including vocabulary, listening, reading, speaking test for Hindi and English). This is followed by a main interview, during which the candidate's language fluency, diction, voice, communication skill, personality and reaction to adverse situations is assessed. Candidates are expected to have good knowledge of the aviation industry.
Training - Selected candidates are trained by airlines. At various stages of training, practical and written tests are taken. After completion of the initial course, entrants have to go through a probationary period of on-the-job training with the airline under the supervision of experienced cabin crew for between six months to a year.

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Where to study?

• Air Hostess Academy, Bangalore
• Air Hostess Academy, Chandigarh
• Air Hostess Academy, Pune
• Air Hostess Academy, Mumbai
• Frankfinn Institute of Air Hostess Training, Mumbai
• Frankfinn Institute of Air Hostess Training, Delhi

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Best career option: Air Force Officer

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Air Force Officer

Indian Air Force is one of the major air arms in the world and can boast of the best trained men and material force, which is engaged in defence services, guarding the country's skies against external aggression from air. Aircraft is the major constituent of Air Force, both for defence and offence. Hence, the entire service is engaged in the flying of aircraft and the pilot is the key person in the organisation. For operational readiness of the flying machines, an infrastructural strength of highly trained and qualified man power is required.

Std XII Stream: Science, Commerce, Humanities/Arts 
Mandatory Subjects: Mathematics, Physics

Academic Difficulty : High 

Job Profile

Other than the officers in flying branch, the Ground Duty Branch is constituted by the following:

• Technical Branch
• Logistics Branch
• Administrative Branch    
• Accounts Branch
• Administrative Officer    
• Education Branch
• Air Traffic Controller/ Officer    
• Meteorology Branch
• Fighter Controller  
• Medical Branch

Flying branch

• Flying Branch has following four categories of aircraft flyers: Fighters & fighter bombers, Bombers, Transport, and Helicopters. Pilots usually specialise in one type of aircraft.
• Pilots are employed exclusively in flying duties, however, they may also be assigned other duties.
• Fighter Pilots are trained in air fights to shoot down enemy aircraft and attack ground targets in enemy territory. They fly at 2 to 2.5 times the speed of sound. Fighter bombers can match this speed today. Bombers drop bombs, missiles and other explosives on enemy targets. They are equipped with electronic devices, radars and cameras for pinpoint bombing and target acquisition.
• Navigators in these aircrafts direct Pilots to the site by navigational equipments, radars and other optical devices and release the bombs. They assist the Pilots in navigation.
• Transport Pilots carry men, material and explosives to required places. They also carry army personnel, their weapons, guns and light vehicles from one theatre of war to another.
• Navigators in transport aircrafts chart the route, supervise loading of men and equipment, work out fuel requirements and check the flight path with maps during the flight.
• Helicopters are used for carrying personnel and material including hardware and ration to those places and heights and terrains where it is not possible to make an airfield or road but a helipad can be made. Helicopters are used to support both Airforce and Army and if needed even Navy as it can land on the ship's deck.

Technical branch

The engineers work in either of the two areas:

• Aeronautical Engineers in Mechanical Branch - AE (M) are responsible for aircraft and its weapon system. They are concerned with the operational readyness of aircrafts so that these machines can deliver the maximum punch to the enemy when needed.
• Aeronautical Engineers in Electronic Branch - AE(L) maintain most sophisticated electronic networks of communications from ground to air and vice versa.
• Install, maintain, operate defence radar systems; operate other electronic gadgets, sophisticated computers ; maintain and operate other ground defence electronics equipments

Administrative branch

• Administrative officer is responsible for personnel management and administration of the Air Force bases
• Motivates the work-force to deliver the desired result through a high order of operational preparedness, necessary for the Air Force.

Air traffic control officer

• Provides control and advisory services in order to enable the pilots of military and civil aircrafts to conduct their flights with total safety in all weather conditions.

Fighter controller

• Counters enemy threats from the air by using modern electronic counter-offensive equipment.

Logistics branch

• Logistics officer is responsible for the logistic support in IAF.
• Responsible for provisioning of aircraft spares, mechanical transport, fuel, armament and explosives, flying and other clothing items, rations and other items essential for day to day running of the organisation and sustaining its manpower.
• Accomplishes supply management efficiently and in a cost effective manner.

Accounts branch

• Accounts officer analyses the cost and fund requirements
• Monitors the expenditure and unit funds
• Plans and forecasts the budgetary requirement of the Air Force.  
• Functions as a financial controller with diversified activities.

Education branch

• Education branch officers design training programmes which incorporate the latest technological developments.
• In training institutions they teach a variety of subjects like Science, Computer Technology, Military Science, etc.
• Responsible for guiding the personnel in furthering their academic qualifications.
• Organise and run the Air Force Schools for children of Air Force personnel.

Meteorology branch

• A Meteorology Branch officer undertakes day-to-day scientific work in the Air Force, using the latest state-of-art technology.
• Accurate weather forecasting is one of the important tools of success in any operation and for the IAF. Success of an Air Operation largely depends on meticulous planning which incorporates the prevailing weather conditions in the area of operation.

Medical and Dental branch

• Officers from Army Medical Corps are seconded to Air Force. Air Force runs some hospitals and clinics where even Army and Navy personnel are entitled for treatment and vice versa.

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Physical requirements

• For flying branch, minimum height requirement is 162.5 cm, leg length 99-120 cm. Candidate should not be colour/night blind or wear glasses.
• Vision - Visual acuity (min) Distant Vision (corrected) Better eye 6/6, worse eye 6/18, Myopia of not more than minus 5.5 D including astigmatism.
• To be passed as fit, a candidate must be in good physical and mental health and free from any disability likely to interfere with the efficient performance of duty.

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Employment Opportunities

• After successful completion of training, the candidates are inducted in the rank of Flying Officer and become entitled to the pay and allowance of the rank.
• Air Force offers good career prospects though it varies from branch to branch.
• Each higher rank carries with it extra emoluments
• Grant of higher rank from Wing Commander and above is by selection.
• Officers have good chances for promotion.

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How do I get there?

There are several entry options. Entry into the National Defence Academy (NDA) is after Class XII. Graduates can enter through Combined Defence Services Exam (CDSE).

 

Where to study?

• Indian Military Academy, Dehradun
• National Defence Academy, Pune
• Officers Training Institute

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Best career option : Agricultural scientist

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Agricultural Scientist

Agricultural scientists are concerned with all aspects of plant and animal life. They are engaged in both laboratory-based and field-based research. Scientists work for improving crop produce, for environment protection, and they work in the testing and quality control of foodstuffs, drugs and farm products. Agricultural scientists may specialise in one of the following areas: Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Breeding, and Animal Science Research.

Std XII Stream: Science 
Mandatory Subjects: Agriculture, Biology

Academic Difficulty : Medium

Job Profile

• Agricultural Scientists carry out field-based or laboratory-based research for improving crop produce, environment protection, testing and quality control of foodstuffs, drugs and farm products.
• Agronomists work on improved crops and cultivation methods and on developing crops that are resistant to pests, drought and plant diseases.
• Agronomists study the texture and composition of soil as related to crop rotation, fertilizers, and tillage practices.
• They study the environment extensively.
• Horticulture work is carried out in the area of fruit, flowers, indoor plants and vegetables as well as nuts cultivation for improvement in quality and increased production.
• Plant breeders use biotechnological and genetic studies for the improvement of plants and seeds resistant to difficult weather conditions, disease and insects.
• Plant pathologists study and deal with plant disease and their control in various climates, geographical regions and varied soil.
• Agricultural scientists work with farm animals as animal scientists, dairy scientists and poultry scientists.
• They may also specialise as apiculturists to work with bee farms.
• They are engaged in developing improved methods of breeding, feeding and controlling disease. They work for improvement of farm produce also.
• Research covers biotech, agricultural production, marketing, economics, agricultural engineering, equipment and utilities, processing, new uses and methods, new products, conservation, reclamation and rural sociology.

Employment Opportunities

Zoological and botanical parks, agribusinesses, scientific consultancy to the government offer job opportunities.
In laboratories, they work as technical workers and scientific assistants. Such jobs are mostly concerned with assisting research specialists in their particular area of work like doing routine testing and recording of results on reports, charts and drafts in the course of research.

Researchers work in agricultural research at Central and State level with Indian Council of Agricultural Research, Agricultural Universities etc. The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) is the world's second largest organisation in agricultural research. Agricultural Research Council offers scientific and technical services.
Research can be done in biotechnology and genetics.

How do I get there?

Graduate entry - Indian Council of Agricultural Research, Krishi Anusandhan Bhavan, Pusa, New Delhi 110012 conducts an All India Entrance Examination for filling up 15% of the total number of seats in graduate courses in eleven Agricultural Universities and Central Agricultural University, Imphal in different subjects viz. Agriculture, Horticulture, Fisheries Science, Forestry, Home Science, Sericulture, Agricultural Engineering, Dairy Technology, Food Science & Technology and Agriculture Marketing, Banking & Cooperation and 100% seats in National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal.

Scheme of examination - The examination has one paper consisting of Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Mathematics/Agriculture carrying 180 questions. Candidate have to attempt (1) Physics (2) Chemistry and (3) Biology or Mathematics or Agriculture papers as per their eligibility and choice of the subject. Each subject has 60 questions. The paper is set in both Hindi & English.

Eligibility : 10+2 with 50% in combination shown against each subject of study (40% for SC/ST). The course requirements for various subjects are as follows : Agriculture - PCBM/AGRI; Horticulture - PCB; Fisheries science - PCB; Forestry - PCB; Home science - PCB; Sericulture - PCB. Veterinary science - PCB; Agricultural Engineering - PCM; Dairy Technology, Food science & Technology - PCM; Agricultural marketing, Banking & Co-operation - PCM. Candidates should be Indian nationals only and minimum 19 years of age on 31 December of the year of admission in the course.

Some states also conduct a state level entrance test along with other professional courses such as medicine/engineering/agriculture etc to select student for graduate courses in Agriculture states colleges. For admission to the post graduate courses in agriculture & allied fields ICAR conducts an entrance test. This is for 25% seats in state Agriculture colleges 100% seats in Central Institute of Fishery Education and other central institutes.

Where to study?

There are 40 State Agricultural Universities, 6 deemed to be universities (4 of which are Indian Council of Agricultural Research Institute), and 3 Central Agricultural Universities. In addition there are nearly 45 agricultural colleges within general universities. They offer undergraduate programmes in 11 fields with an admission capacity of about 10,000 students. The State universities are producing trained manpower required in the professional section of agriculture. However, unlike other professional fields, agriculture education does not yet have a middle level system of education. The second line of jobs, generally handled by diploma holders in other professions, is still being handled by untrained personnel. Vocational courses in agriculture at the +2 level are useful introduction for the vocationalization of agriculture education.
Specialisation: After B.Sc Agriculture, M.Sc Agriculture can be done with specialisation in following branches. PhD can be followed in specific branches. M.Sc Agriculture specialisations - Agri Botany; Agri Bio-technology; Agri-
Chemistry; Agri Economics, Agri Extension, Agronomy, Agri Engineering; Agri meterology, Agri statistics & Agrizoology, Agri Entomology, Extension education; forestry, Social forestry; Farming system management, Horticulture mycology; Microbiology; Nematology, Plant physiology, Ecology, Plant pathology, Plant protection, Sugar cane technology, Seed technology, Soil science and Soil conservation, Sericulture, Tea husbandry, Water conservation.

I hope this post may helpful for you . Agricultural are best career option. And in there lots of opportunities to make some different.
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Best career option:Agricultural Engineer

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Agricultural Engineer

Agricultural engineers learn and apply the principles of engineering to work in the agricultural equipment industries, agricultural product processing industries and food industries.

Salary: 1.4 Lakh to 14.85 Lakhs per annum

Std XII Stream: Science

Mandatory Subject : Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics

Academic Difficulty : High



Job Profile

Develop new designs for equipments and machines used by the agriculture and food industry
Coordinate work with electronic/electrical engineers for perfecting the technology of the equipments they design and manufacture.
Supervise production of agricultural equipments, machinery and machine parts.
Design equipments to make farming easier, energy efficient, and for soil and water conservation.
Work on irrigation projects,
Plan agriculture based industries, projects, drainage systems, land reclamation projects
Work on flood control and soil erosion projects.
Design food processing systems required by food processing and packaging industries.
Work in research and development as well in sales and marketing.


Skills required:

Knowledge of physical science and engineering principles
Interest in farming, knowledge about crops, machinery and all agriculture related products
Love for mechanical work
Holistic approach and a deep sense of commitment

Mathematical background
Robust physique
Liking for outdoors

Employment Opportunities

Departments of agricultural engineeringWater managementArea development projectsMinor irrigation projects,Agricultural machinery manufacturing organizationsTea gardensFood Corporation of IndiaNational Seeds CorporationsDairy, food, agro industries,National Dairy Development BoardNABARD and other banksAgricultural finance corporationsIndian Council of Agricultural ResearchCouncil of Scientific and Industrial ResearchAgricultural universitiesNon government voluntary organizationsConsultanciesManufacturing agricultural implementsProcessing agricultural products.

Recruiting Companies

Council of Scientific and Industrial ResearchFood Corporation of IndiaIndian Council of Agricultural ResearchNational Seeds CorporationsNestle, Amul, Mother DairyNational Dairy Development BoardNABARD

How to get there?

Path 1:

Class XII
Stream: Science (PCM)
     ⬇
Graduation
B.Tech (After ICAR or JEE)
     ⬇
Masters
M.Tech (afterGATE)
     ⬇
Goal
Agricultural Engineer

*Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) New Delhi conducts an All India Examination for admission to Agricultural colleges (B.Tech. courses) all over the country. Some seats on all India basis in Agricultural Engineering colleges in all the states are filled on merit obtained in this examination.

IIT Kharagpur offers Agricultural Engineering.

**B.Tech. course covers subjects such as Agricultural System Management, Aquaculture Engineering, Dairy & Food Engineering., Irrigation & Drainage Engineering, Non Conventional Energy sources and Water Resource Development and Management including Farm Machinery and Power, Soil and Water Conservation Engineering, Farm Structure and Rural Electrification.

*** Graduate engineers with a GATE score can seek admission to postgraduate programs.
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****At the post graduate level non traditional subjects like Computer science, Biotechnology, Environment Engineering, Ergonomics, Operations Research, Remote Sensing, Rural Development and Waste land development etc. can be pursued. Agricultural Engineers who are appointed for large irrigation projects or land reclamation work require a post graduate qualification in the area of specialization or substantial work experience.

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Best career option: Aerospace engineering

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Aerospace Engineer

Manufacturing of aircrafts for commercial or military use is a highly technical field. Tremendous amount of Research and Development function precedes production of an aircraft. Space research and study has offered challenges and have continued to intrigue students to pursue relevant branches of engineering and other related subjects. Aerospace engineering is the study of the complexities of materials and structures put to use under atmospheric stress. The Research & Development department of an aircraft manufacturer includes a variety of highly trained engineers, scientists and technicians specializing in areas such as aerospace, aeronautics, electronics, computer science, robotics, bio medicine, acoustics, chemistry, physics and meteorology. Manufacturers of parachutes, skydiving equipments are others who fall in the manufacturing segment.

Salary: 1.4 Lakh to 14.85 Lakhs per annum

Std XII Stream : Science

Mandatory Subject: Physics

Academic Difficulty:  High

Job Profile

Aerospace engineering encompasses the fields of aeronautical and astronautical (spacecraft) engineering.
Aerospace engineers work as a team in designing, assembling and testing air crafts and space crafts. Aerospace engineers may be required to work on the designing of complete air crafts or may specialise in special areas of the industry such as missile guidance systems, propulsion, and guidance control systems.
Aeronautical engineers work specifically with aircraft systems while astronautical engineers specialise in space craft systems.
Aerospace engineers learn and apply the knowledge of aerodynamics, propulsion, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, flight mechanics, and structural analysis.
They are also involved in cost analysis, operations research and may be required to update their work through research, conduct reliability studies, and assess maintenance functions.
Aerospace engineers who work on the designing of space crafts work with numerical and technical details using theoretical engineering principles with engineers who are experts in aerodynamics, astrodynamics and structural engineering.
They study the impact of atmospheric stress and how loads and weights behave under different atmospheric conditions.
Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineers (CFD) use sophisticated high speed computers to develop models used in the study of fluid dynamics. They use simulations to study the behavior of elements around objects.
Manufacturing involves the development of individual components for aircraft and spacecraft manufacture and this involves coordination with the design team.
Aerospace engineers (materials) assess the materials used for manufacture of aircrafts /spacecrafts.
Quality control assessments are carried out by engineers.
Marketing and sales function is also carried out by aerospace engineers. There job entails liaison work with the technical team and clients for ensuring production specifications as well as ensuring that the product performs as planned.


Skills required

Above average intelligence
Excellent academic background
Responsible attitude
Ability to put in long work hours and days at crucial assignments
Good analytical ability
Scientific acumen
Physical stamina
Ability to undertake challenging assignments


Employment Opportunities

Aircraft manufacturers, defence services, government research organisations, manufacturers of equipment used by space scientists, skydiving equipment and parachute manufacturers etc.



Recruiting Companies

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd

National Aerospace Laboratories



How to get there?

Path 1:

Class XII
Stream: Science (PCM)
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B.E
Aeronautical Engineering
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PG Degree
Aerospace Science
  ⬇
Goal
Aerospace Engineer

Aerospace science draws people with backgrounds in physics, mathematics, earth sciences, aerodynamics and biological sciences. Aerospace engineers, however, have a background in mechanical/electrical/mechanical engineering.

Aerospace engineering requires, at the Class XII level, a good performance in Mathematics, Physics, English and proficiency in Mechanical Drawing and Computers. This must be followed by a degree in Aeronautical engineering /Aerospace engineering. In India, people entering manufacturing sector (Hindustan Aeronautical Ltd and National Aeronautical Ltd) are postgraduates in the areas relevant to the manufacturing industry.

NASA recommends a degree in a variety of disciplines, including biomedical engineering, ceramic engineering, chemistry, industrial engineering, materials engineering, metallurgy, optical engineering, and oceanography. Aerospace engineers generally specialise at the master's level in these areas and also do a PhD before being taken in by NASA.



Where to study?

Institutes offering Aerospace Engineering courses

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras)
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT Kanpur)
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT KGP)
Institute of Aeronautical Engineering
Hindustan College of Engineering
Madras Institute of Technology
Mohammed Sathak Engineering College
Punjab Engineering College
University of Madras

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Best career option: Aeronautical Engineer

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Aeronautical Engineer

Engineers work as part of a team that maintains the aircrafts and ensures high level of technical precision. Main thrust of the engineering profession lies in design, development, maintenance & teaching of aeronautics.
Salary: 1.22 Lakh to 14.6 Lakhs per annum
Std XII Stream: Science 
Mandatory Subjects : Maths, Physics 

Academic Dificulty:High

Job Profile

• Aircraft engineers in civil aviation normally specialise in aeronautical mechanical or electronic engineering.
• Mechanical engineers service and overhaul engines and airframes.
• Aeronautical electronic engineers specialise in the maintenance of instruments, electrical and electronic equipment, navigation, radar and radio communication
• Flight engineers make pre-flight inspections and are responsible for the efficient performance of the aircraft during the flight. They diagnose and deal with any system failures, manage repairs, report any defects to maintenance and later check that they have been dealt with. They may also be responsible for refuelling.
• Engineers carry out routine maintenance on the ground during aircraft overhauling at airports
• They respond to reports from air crew of any difficulties experienced during flights, repairing and making corrections.
• They also do maintenance and overhaul of aircraft in hangers and workshops when an aircraft is due for its regular inspection and checks.
• They complete worksheets for checks done and these are certified by themselves if they are licensed to do so, or by a qualified supervisor.

Employment Opportunities

Employment is available with Air India, Pawan Hans, Helicopter Corporation of India and flying clubs, private airlines and government owned air service. Besides airlines, aeronautical engineers get employment in organisations such as Hindustan Aeronautical Ltd, Defence Research and Development Laboratories, National Aeronautical Lab, Aeronautical Development Establishment, Civil Aviation Department and other places.
An increase in research and development facilities within the country offers challenging prospects to aeronautical professionals in fields such as missile development, civil and military aircraft manufacture etc.

Recruiting Companies

• Aeronautical Development Establishment
• Air India
• Civil Aviation Department
• Defence Research and Development Laboratories
• Helicopter Corporation of India
• Hindustan Aeronautical Ltd (HAL)
• National Aeronautical Lab (NAL)
• Pawan Hans

How to get there?

After Class XII (PCM):
Aeronautical Engineering can be pursued offering the mechanical and electronics branches as specialised areas of study. Minimum requirement for sitting in the entrance test of the colleges is science subjects (physics, mathematics) at the 10+2 stage. Admission to IIT is by the Joint Entrance Test (JEE- Main). Further specialisation can be pursued at the post-graduate level. Diploma holders in aircraft maintenance engineering  can acquire degrees on clearing the exams of the Aeronautical Society of India.

Associate Membership of the Aeronautical Society of India:
Sections A and B of this examination has been recognised by the Ministry of Education, on par with a bachelor’s degree in aeronautical engineering from an Indian university. The Engineering Council of London grants direct entry in part two of their examination for those who have passed sections A & B..Aeronautical engineering can be studied with this society through correspondence.

Educational qualification for membership examination:
The minimum educational qualification for appearing in this exam is a pass in Class X. Students who have passed the studentship or who have cleared the 10+2 stage with Physics and Maths are eligible for part A. Candidates who have passed a Diploma in Engineering are also eligible for the test.  Airmen of the Indian Airforce and Air technical personnel can appear in the section A of the exam directly.
Section B examination can be taken by the candidates who have completed Section A of the Society or hold a degree in engineering. There are 8 specialist streams in section ‘B’- Aerodynamics/Structural mechanics/Propulsion/Avionics/Production/Maintenance/Navigation and Operation/Communication.
Class XII students with Physics and Maths may enroll for a 3-year course in an Aeronautical Engineering equivalent course for the AMAeSI (Associate Membership of Aeronautical Society of India). Institutes (listed below) conducting the course make arrangements for practical training.

Where to study?

Offering Undergraduate Courses

• Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras)
• PEC University of Technology

Offering Postgraduate Courses

• Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras)

Offering Other Courses

• Delhi Institute of Aeronautical Studies
• Indian Institute of Aeronautical Engineering
• Institute of Aviation Technology
• School of Aeronautics

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