Linda Karas Added Sunday, January 29, 2023 at 7:20 PM Will I still be able to find employment after graduating in my mid-50s? Hello, I'm 48, I've been a SAHM mom for 16 years, and I never completed college. I am currently enrolled in community college for an associates in mechanical engineering with plans to earn my BS at the university level. I will be in my mid 50s (my brain withstanding), and I am wondering if doing all of this will, given my age, keep me in the running for employment (space industry is my goal)? I haven't been able to find the support for my unique non-traditional student status, so I'm hoping ... Answers 1
Ani Clemons Added Thursday, July 5, 2018 at 3:03 PM How to prepare for engineering Everyone around me tells me I shouldn't pursue engineering, or doesn't believe I can really do it. What can I do as a Junior in high school to prepare myself for the engineering path? I am not a mathematical wizard, but I love using my creativity and solving problems. My biggest fear is getting to college and not feeling prepared for my engineering-based classes. I feel like maybe I'm not smart enough and I'm wondering what I can do to pursue my dream. I live in Ave Maria, Florida, and I ... Answers 1 Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Answered Friday, July 13, 2018 at 8:26 AM Hi Ani, I think that the best thing that you can do to prepare is continue to take math, science, and physics classes in high school to get yourself ready for the college courses. If you feel like you may not be prepared, I would recommend looking into ...
Arianna Van Meurs asked Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Added Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at 12:04 AM I am working as a mentor with an aspiring engineer, Vivian, who is interested in pursuing aerospace engineering. She has been accepted to two universities and is trying to decide which school to attend. Can you please provide any thoughts as to how Vivian can best evaluate the engineering schools at these universities and what they can provide her? She has been offered a (close to) full scholarship at both schools, so finances are fortunately not a consideration. She already knows that one school would offer smaller classes than the other, particularly during the first couple of years. Any thoughts on the support she might get in finding interesting summer jobs, access to professors working in ... Answers 1 Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Answered Monday, April 16, 2018 at 10:28 AM Here are things that I would look into from each school and other resources to help find out some of this information. Does the school have a career services center? If so, I would try to reach out to them to find out more about what they do and how ...
Maria Marichal asked Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Added Sunday, November 12, 2017 at 1:20 PM Hi Nicolette! I am a 33 years old woman and mother of 3. I worked for the last 15 years on food management industry as an Area Supervisor. I have now make the decision of pursuing a bachelors degree on Engineer.. My options to travel for college are limited and I am having a hard time finding local colleges that offer mechanical or airspace engineer degrees online or local. I have found one option in an University in Arizona to study a Bachelors degree in Engineer Management. I would like at the end to seek ... Answers 0
Erin Clarke asked Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Added Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at 4:46 PM Can I still study aerospace engineering if I don't have much knowledge about physics? I recently took interest in aerospace engineering. Unfortunately it was after graduating highschool in Jamaica. While going to highschool, I studied subjects that would be classified as "The Arts" which consists of Caribbean History, English Literature, etc. I did, however, do an Integrated Science class wich is a mixture of chemistry, physics, environmental science, agricultural science, biology and hsb. I have never taken an actual physics class so I don't really know much about it. I want to ... Answers 1 Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Answered Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 7:20 AM Hi Erin, just because you did not take physics in high school does not mean that you cannot take it in college and pursue a career in engineering! It's never too late to take those classes and get into the field. Having taken it in high school would ...
Srijani, Durgapur,West Bengal,India asked Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Added Friday, May 22, 2015 at 2:36 AM Is it better to study aerospace engineering or aeronautical engineering? I am a class 12th student from India. I want to study aerospace engineering but I am confused really with my job scopes from here. Moreover I want to become an engineer or a scientist at NASA but I don't know how to pave the way for it. Due to very few colleges in India having this branch of engineering I am thinking whether it would be wise to study aerospace engineering or would it be better to study aeronautical engineering? I would like to have a reply at the earliest. Thank You. Answers 2 Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Answered Friday, May 22, 2015 at 2:36 AM Hi Srijani, I think that aerospace would give you a more broad look at things, but it does depend on if you're more interested in space versus aeronautics. NASA does work in both areas. Additionally, NASA hires engineers across all engineering majors, ...
Sneha, Houston asked Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Added Friday, August 29, 2014 at 5:25 PM How do I work in aerospace without a security clearance? Hi I recently graduated from the University of Houston with a master's degree in mechanical engineering. I have been interested in the aerospace industry since my bachelors, and I applied to many companies including Boeing here in U.S. But, most of them need clearance which I am not eligible for because I am an international. I don't want to give up pursuing my career in the aerospace industry as that's my passion. Can you suggest me something on companies which are willing to hire ... Answers 1 Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Answered Friday, August 29, 2014 at 5:25 PM Hi Sneha, this is very dependent on the company, the division, but mostly the specific program and position. There are a lot of defense and space programs that do require clearance, but some do not and most commercial aircraft positions do not require ...
Cynthia, Phoenix, Az Added Tuesday, May 27, 2014 at 1:22 AM Classes and Clubs I Should Take in High School I am a high school student (a soon to be sophomore) and i wanted to know what classes i should takeand clubs i could benefit from. Also, I would like to know if taking pre-calculus and robotics now will help me or hurt me since i still need to take three more years of math. I have been getting so many different answers from teachers and i don't know what to do. What should i do to get the most benefit for my future in aerospace engineering? Answers 1 Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Answered Tuesday, May 27, 2014 at 1:22 AM Hi Cynthia, I think that taking any pre-calculus and robotics classes that are available to you would be great preparation for college! Any math, physics, science/engineering courses at your school would be a great way to get some experience and ...
Mike, IQA/Richardson asked Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Added Friday, December 27, 2013 at 10:43 PM Future for Aerospace Engineering I have always wanted to be a pilot as a kid, but now, as a senior in high school, I want to be an aerospace engineer. What I wanted to know is: Is aerospace engineering a successful major? Should I stop at a B.S in aerospace if I want to build and design aircraft for a good company and earn a nice salary for a living? Do you think the aerospace engineering field is growing and requiring more jobs or is it deflating and getting smaller based on jobs? Thanks! Answers 1 Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Answered Friday, December 27, 2013 at 10:43 PM Hi Mike, thank you for your question! Aerospace is a very cyclical industry where things can change based on the economy and defense market very easily. So while there are downturns, they have historically bounced back. Advancing technology and ...
Mya, Washington, DC asked Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Added Friday, June 28, 2013 at 2:02 AM Finding the right job in aerospace There are many different types of jobs or positions in the field of aerospace engineering. How did you know what part you wanted to get into? What advice can you give me about finding a career after getting a degree? Answers 1 Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Answered Friday, June 28, 2013 at 2:02 AM Hi Mya! I personally think that the best way to find the right part is to try different things out. I picked an area that interested me the most in school and worked to get an internship in that field. It turns out that I was lucky and I really did ...
Yarra, Batam asked Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Added Monday, February 25, 2013 at 12:26 AM Can I be an aerospace engineer if I'm not good at math and physics? Hey Nicolette, I am currently an 11th grader wanting to major in Aeronautical Engineering later on in my masters, with a Mechanical Engineering degree for the Bachelors. But apparently, I don't excel in my math and physics classes, but I've always had a tremendous interest in how planes work, etc. I like to figure out ways to solve a problem practically, but maths and physics have never been my forte. Do you think I should give up on my engineering dream? Best regards, Yarra Answers 1 Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Answered Monday, February 25, 2013 at 12:26 AM Hi Yarra, thanks for the question! I'm excited to hear about your interest in how planes work and engineering and I do not think that you should give up your dream because you are currently struggling in math and physics. Math and physics are a base to ...
Shammy, Daytona Beach, FL asked Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Added Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at 10:31 AM Finding an internship Hey Nicolette, I just graduated from Embry Riddle with a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering in December. I started my M.S. in Engineering Management at Mercer University this past January. It seems like you might have my dream job actually. My main obstacle right now is obtaining an internship. I unfortunately didn't have one throughout my undergrad career. I really want some hands on experience in the aerospace industry as soon as possible. I've applied online to many many companies, but I ... Answers 1 Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Answered Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at 10:31 AM Hi Shammy, I'm happy to give you my thoughts on getting an internship and I'm so glad to hear that you're interested in doing one. I agree with you that hands on experience is a strong point when looking for a full time job. There are two key ...
Andi, North Dakota asked Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Added Friday, March 30, 2012 at 4:32 AM Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering? I want to go into the aerospace industry and work with space shuttles and such. Would i be better off majoring in mechanical or aerospace engineering? What are the + and - of both? Or would a major in mechanical with an emphasis or minor in aerospace work? Answers 1 Nicolette Yovanof Little, The Boeing Company Answered Friday, March 30, 2012 at 4:32 AM Hi Andi, I studied in Aerospace Engineering and now work in industry. I do mostly research and development work, but on a variety of aircraft and spacecraft. I had the same kind of question when I first decided what to study so I'm happy to give you ...