Career in Aerospace/ Aerodynamics

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around transitioning into a career in aerospace design, with a focus on aerodynamics and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Participants explore the future scope of these fields and the necessity of relevant courses for moving into the aerospace domain.

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  • Exploratory
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  • Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a desire to move from automotive design to aerospace design, specifically in aerodynamics and CFD, and seeks guidance on future career prospects and necessary courses.
  • Another participant shares a link to a resource detailing how to become an aerospace engineer, which may provide useful information for those interested in the field.
  • There are inquiries about the relevance of CFD in the context of aerodynamics, with participants seeking existing threads or discussions on this topic.
  • A participant mentions the Society of Automotive Engineers and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics as potential resources for further exploration in aerospace engineering.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the interest in transitioning to aerospace design and the importance of aerodynamics and CFD, but there is no consensus on specific courses or pathways, and multiple views on the relevance of CFD remain unaddressed.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects varying levels of familiarity with aerospace engineering resources and the potential pathways for career transition, but lacks detailed exploration of specific educational requirements or industry expectations.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in pursuing a career in aerospace engineering, particularly those with a background in design engineering or automotive sectors, may find this discussion relevant.

Lokesh Mali
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Hello Everybody,
I am planning to move into Aerospace designing as aerodynamics is one of my desires to work in.
Currently I am working as Design Engineer(more of CAD Designer with CAD tool- CATIA, Solid Works) for last 2 years. My current working domain is Automotive. Please guide me on Future scope in Aerodynamica and CFD as a Career tools. Also suggest on necessity of any course related to aerodynamics/CFD to move into Aerospace domain.

Thanks in advance.
 
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Lokesh Mali said:
Hello Everybody,
I am planning to move into Aerospace designing as aerodynamics is one of my desires to work in.
Currently I am working as Design Engineer(more of CAD Designer with CAD tool- CATIA, Solid Works) for last 2 years. My current working domain is Automotive. Please guide me on Future scope in Aerodynamica and CFD as a Career tools. Also suggest on necessity of any course related to aerodynamics/CFD to move into Aerospace domain.

Thanks in advance.
Has one explored the Society of Automotive Engineers (www.sae.org) or the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (www.aiaa.org)?
 
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Thanks Greg. Nice link. Found lots of information regarding Aerospace Engineering
 
Guys, what about CFD?
Do u have any thread related to Aerodynamics-CFD
 
Lokesh Mali said:
Guys, what about CFD?
Do u have any thread related to Aerodynamics-CFD

We have an Aerospace Engineering forum.
https://www.physicsforums.com/forumdisplay.php?f=187

CFD is one of many topics.
 
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