PEOPLE WHO LIKE THINGS THAT FLY

Some of our choices in this section may surprise you. These positions aren't necessarily engineering positions, yet the people in them may know a lot about aerodynamics and flying! The first group of careers generally require a college degree, and the second group may not.

Education and Learning Technologies: This job calls for one to assist schools, teachers, and youth groups to increase knowledge of aviation. Usually this person has a degree in a technical field.

Mark Joseph León

Aviation Historian:

Aviation Museum Curator:

Aviation Writer: This writer reports on new developments in aviation and space exploration for newspapers, magazines, and books. This person usually has a journalism degree, with perhaps some technical training as well.

Bird Expert (Ornithologist):

Flying Mammals Expert:

Insect Expert:

Paleoaerodynamicist:

State Aeronautics Director: He or she promotes aviation within his/her state, administers state regulations, and aids communities in building airports. Will often have a technical degree and/or a pilot's license.

These positions may not require a college degree:

Aircraft Salesperson: He or she demonstrates light planes to customers and sells aircraft parts and accessories.

Beekeeper:

Civil Air Patrol:

ROTC Instructor/Recruiter:

Sky Diver:

Stunt Pilot: Stunt pilots perform aerobatic maneuvers usually for the entertainment of observers on the ground.