Aeronautical Engineering Technology
Aeronautical
engineering technologists operate and maintain equipment used to
test aircraft and spacecraft. New aircraft designs are subjected to
years of testing before they are put into service, since failure of key
components during flight can be fatal. Technicians may calibrate test
equipment, such as wind tunnels, and determine causes of equipment
malfunctions. They may also program and run computer simulations that
test new designs virtually. Using computer and communications systems,
aerospace engineering and operations technicians often record and
interpret test data.
 Preparation
Those
interested in a career in aeronautical engineering technology should
consider reviewing engineering technology programs that are accredited
by ABET, Inc. However, there are many ET programs not yet accredited by
ABET, so check with your local community college or university for more
information. If you choose to attend a program that is not ABET
accredited, you should be sure that the university is regionally accredited. Aeronautical engineering technology students take courses such as
material science and composites, computational methods in engineering,
and engineering graphics.
Professional Organizations
 American Institute of
Aeronautics and Astronautics
Aerospace and Electronics
Systems Society of the IEEE
Aerospace
Industries Association
American Astronautical Society
Society of Flight Test Engineers
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