Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering

About

The Saint Louis University Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering offers an undergraduate program in aerospace engineering that equips students to shape the future by incorporating the latest industry trends and immersive experiential coursework. A robust foundation in aerospace engineering concepts coupled with cross-disciplinary teamwork sets SLU students apart as problem solvers and as ethical innovators and leaders who are aware of the impact of engineering decisions in the context of the environment and society. Our program provides students with a comprehensive education in aerospace engineering with a focus on systems design. We take pride in our innovative aerospace engineering curriculum, carefully crafted to offer students a holistic education that seamlessly integrates theoretical knowledge with experiential learning. Our program stands out for its exceptional faculty, dedicated staff, and access to cutting-edge equipment and facilities, creating an immersive environment where students can immediately apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios. The benefits of SLU's aerospace engineering program include summer internships and cooperative education programs with industry, and federal labs in the St. Louis area and nationwide. These sites include NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, the Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin Corporation and Northrop Grumman. Further, students can count the internship experience toward a technical elective by documenting their learning. Graduates of the aerospace engineering program at Saint Louis University will have an ability to: Identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science and mathematics.  

Career Path 

Graduate career path includes Aerospace Engineer, Aeronautical Engineer, Astronautical Engineer, Flight Test Engineer, Propulsion Engineer, Avionics Engineer, Structural Engineer (Aerospace), Systems Engineer (Aerospace), Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer (Aerospace), Spacecraft Design Engineer, Materials Engineer (Aerospace Applications), Quality Assurance Engineer (Aerospace), Research & Development Engineer, Satellite Systems Engineer, Rocket Design Engineer, Aircraft Design Engineer, UAV/Drone Engineer, Computational Fluid Dynamics Analyst, Defense & Military Aerospace Engineer, Thermal Systems Engineer, Mission Planning Engineer, Aerospace Project Manager Aerospace Safety Engineer, Airline Technical Operations Specialist, Airport Systems Engineer.