A career in Aeronautics Engineering?

Question

Hello, let me first describe my ambitions. I have wanted to be an Engineer since I was 10 years old. When I was 14 years old I narrowed my field of choice down to Computer Engineering, yet after a few years thinking it over, I became less interested in Computers. Then I realized a field that I was entirely interested in: Aeronautics Engineering.

I live in Texas and I do not know of any large Aeronautic Engineering jobs. I would prefer to be involved with the military, but I don't know if I would have to go to the frontlines to start a career in the army.

Basicly I am asking Is Aeronautics a rewarding career/ are there good options in the field, and if i'm interested in being an Aeronautics Engineer in the military, would I ever have to serve as a soldier or could they just hire me?

Answer 1

Any career is totally the result of what you make it. If you work hard, it will be very rewarding, as it was for me. Military service is not a prerequisite. For me, it was helpful because of the nature of my assignment. The important and critical thing is that you continue to complete your education. You need at least a bachelor's degree, and probably nowadays a master's degree, in engineering - preferably aerospace or mechanical. Then you can decide what you really want to do and have the options to do it.