What physics fields having to do with space are growing?

[jhus96]

I'm in my first semester at a JC and I'm trying to figure out what kind of physics I might want to pursue as a career. I know I love space, and I want to be able to apply my math towards it. What initially sparked my interest in physics was theoretical physics, however, I soon realized the job demand was low. I've also looked into astrophysics because that sounds like something I would love but I haven't gotten any specific information on the job market. I also don't know what I'd do with an astrophysics major (I'd rather not be a professor as I dislike teaching and am bad at it). Also, don't be shy to name other fields of physics besides astrophysics that focus on space because I'm still trying to figure out what field to pursue.

 

[Evo]

You might want to look at these sites.

http://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/physicists-and-astronomers.htm

http://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/physicists-and-astronomers.htm#tab-8

Job Prospects
Competition for permanent research appointments, such as those at colleges and universities, is expected to be strong. Increasingly, those with a Ph.D. need to work through multiple postdoctoral appointments before finding a permanent position. In addition, the number of research proposals submitted for funding has been growing faster than the amount of funds available, causing more competition for research grants.

Despite competition for traditional research jobs, prospects should be good for physicists in applied research, development, and related technical fields. Graduates with any academic degree in physics or astronomy, from bachelor’s degree to doctorate, will find their knowledge of science and mathematics useful for entry into many other occupations.

A large part of physics and astronomy research depends on federal funds, so federal budgets have a large impact on job prospects from year to year. This is especially true for astronomers, who are more likely than physicists to depend on federal funding for their work.

 

[jhus96]

You might want to look at these sites.

http://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/physicists-and-astronomers.htm

http://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/physicists-and-astronomers.htm#tab-8

Thank you so much this helped a lot!