Aerospacing Engineering
Get ready to soar! Whether you dream about building solar-powered planes, designing nanosatellites or putting the first person on Mars, this program is the perfect launchpad. As an aerospace engineering major, you’ll quickly discover that the sky isn’t the limit as you explore new ways to solve complex problems. If you’re the type of person who likes pushing boundaries and doing things that other people say can’t be done, then keep scrolling.
What will I learn?
As an aerospace engineering major, you'll start by building a solid foundation with classes and labs in science and math, including chemistry, physics and calculus. As you move on to specific aerospace engineering courses, you’ll learn more about materials, fluid mechanics, design theory and related topics. Yes, it’s rocket science, but you’ll still have time for a few electives outside of your major as you prepare for a successful career in aeronautics and astronautics.
What can I do with an aerospace engineering degree?
At UB, our aerospace engineering alumni have helped improve efficiency for the Federal Aviation Administration, tested aerodynamics of the F-18 and Stealth Bomber, developed power-saving components for NASA, and overseen hundreds of engineers around the world.
Our graduates have been employed by some of the top organizations around the globe, including:
- Air Force Research Laboratories.
- Boeing.
- Calspan.
- CUBRC.
- Honeywell Satellite Systems.
- Lockheed-Martin.
- Moog.
- NASA.
- National Transportation Safety Board.
- Orbital Sciences.
- SpaceX.
- United Airlines.
As an aerospace engineer, you may choose to specialize in aircraft, satellites, rockets, space vehicles, space stations or other applications. Many engineers help develop new materials and systems, while others focus on specific devices, instruments and other components.
By the Numbers
Check out salary ranges and career outlooks straight from the U.S. Department of Labor to see the return on investment for your degree.
| Occupation Title | Mean Annual Wage | Mean Hourly Wage | Future Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $113,360.00 | N/A | Rapid Growth |
| Aerospace Engineers | $134,990.00 | $64.90 | Rapid Growth |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $65,040.00 | $31.27 | Rapid Growth |
Data provided by the and DOL data from 2024.