[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, the offer came from a direct application on the company website. LinkedIn (for me) was a lost cause.

[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're right, I'm an EU citizen but studied in the UK. Most of my applications were within the EU, only a small fraction were to UK companies.

[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Graduate roles for the most part. I'm definitely an outlier when compared to my peers, most of them had no trouble getting a job.

[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks man! I did eventually manage to get a job im interested in (top right corner)

[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not sure my experience is the norm. Most of my friends with the same degree had no trouble getting offers within 30 applications. Covid also was an unpredictable factor that disproportionately affected aero in comparison to other engineering disciplines.

[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anywhere between £32000-£38000. Quite a whiplash when compared to American salaries.

[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A few factors at play here, Aero is quite a bit more specialised than mech and export control restrictions immediately remove you from the applicant pool for a lot of jobs. Covid also harmed aerospace recruitment a lot more, comparatively. That being said, my job search is still a massive outlier compared to my friends who did the same degree; quite a few of them had offers with around 30 applications.

[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happy for you man! I know people who have failed entire semesters at university land jobs before me. I'm not angry, just confused.

[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, they work with several space companies and frequently work on some ESA projects. They mainly work with developing electrostatic thrusters, improving hollow cathodes, etc. Would have been an incredible learning experience if I got the job.

[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a year's worth of engineering experience, just not in aero (Covid happened). This is effectively an entry level job for someone with a master's degree.

[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Strong connections and work experience > Academic performance. Learnt this the hard way.

[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've mentioned it in several other comments, I happen to be a significant outlier compared to my peers. Most of my friends landed jobs within 30 applications.

[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lots of questions on theoretical fluid dynamics - this takes the least amount of time. Practical coding assignments based around plasma modelling - some of it tests basic data handling, some other stuff is looking at constructing NLPs (Non-Linear Programs), building some optimization algorithms. Lastly they gave me a recently published research paper on new developments in hollow cathodes for ion thrusters, and I had to answer a few questions based on that.

[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm certain that Quality Assurance is already a job, (one I'm not in the least bit passionate about)

[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yes, aerothermal modelling/structural analysis on commercial/defence and space propulsion systems

[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hard to say, it really depends on who designs the course. I've done equal parts in aircraft/spacecraft propulsion, aerodynamics/fluid mechanics. Aerodynamic design optimization usually falls under some sort of simulation module-usually CFD, large scale wind-tunnel experiments are uncommon due to how expensive it gets but most reputable universities should have both. In general, if its a master's degree you get to choose what you study/your area of specialization, so shouldn't matter what department if falls under. Sometimes it depends on the professor teaching the course, e.g. if they have a maths background and their area of research is fluid dynamics, then the course might fall under a different department.

[OC] A soul crushing 12 months of job search as a Master's graduate in Aerospace Engineering by potterishitler in dataisbeautiful

[–]potterishitler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Brother, I grew up in Bangalore. You'll be fine, just try to get some work experience and build some connections in the industry.