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Design + build aircraft, spacecraft, satellites. ISRO + private space-tech + civil aviation.

What they actually do

Aerospace engineers design aircraft + spacecraft structures, propulsion systems, avionics, control systems. Work at ISRO, HAL, DRDO, Boeing/Airbus India, or private space-tech.

A typical day

• CAD + simulation (CATIA, ANSYS, MATLAB)
• Wind tunnel + structural testing
• Flight test campaigns
• Mission planning (space)
• Cross-functional design reviews

How to become a Aerospace Engineer

2 viable paths.

• JEE → IIT Aerospace BTech → Job

  IIT-B, IIT-K, IIT-Madras are top.

• BTech Mech → MS/MTech Aero

  Specialisation via PG.

Salary bands by experience

Wide bands — real salary depends on city, employer, performance. Pick the midpoint for planning.

• Fresh₹4 - ₹10 LPA
• 5-10 yr₹10 - ₹25 LPA
• Senior + tech leadership₹25 - ₹60 LPA

Career growth + employers

Engineer → Sr Engineer → Project Lead → Mission Director

Top employers (informational, not endorsement)

• ISRO, DRDO, HAL, NAL (PSU)
• Boeing India, Airbus India (MNC)
• Skyroot, Agnikul, Pixxel (private space)
• Bombardier, GE Aviation (foreign)

Honest pros + cons

Demand outlook

Strong + growing. PLI for drones + space + aviation creating fresh demand.

Related careers

• Mechanical Engineer

  Design and build physical systems — vehicles, factories, HVAC, aerospace, manufacturing.

• Scientist (ISRO/DRDO/CSIR Labs)

  R&D at India's national labs — space, defence, materials, biotech. Entry via ISRO/DRDO recruitment exams.

Relevant exams

• JEE MAIN
• JEE ADVANCED